On May 22, Penn State Extension will host an in-person Tap Talk: Deep Dive Into Vernal Pools Workshop at the Collusion Tap Works, 105 S. Howard Street in oak from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy an evening out with Betsy Leppo, Invertebrate Zoologist with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy who will speak about unique seasonal wetlands called vernal pools and the fascinating life found in them.

Participants can enjoy locally brewed beverages and can participate in an environmental trivia game.

Tap Talks is a fun, informative series of presentations on water quality topics. These events are scheduled at various locations around Pennsylvania and highlight presentations by local Water Resource Professionals and Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Volunteers.

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension webpage for information on many other educational opportunities.

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[Posted: May 6, 2024]

5/13/2024