“The acquisition of the Spangler Preserve is a perfect example of community-based conservation where private citizens, nonprofits, and state agencies come together to protect Pennsylvania’s natural heritage,’’ said Jason Andrew Beale, the Central PA Conservancy’s executive director. The land was owned by Jim and Tim Spangler since the 1880s and was called “Spangler’s Preserve” until they agreed to make this purchase possible. (WHTM) – The Central Pennsylvania Conservancy acquired 58 acres of land that will link Lower Paxton Township’s Hocker Park with a nature trail that runs atop Blue Mountain.Īround 42 of the newly acquired acres are in Lower Paxton and the rest in Middle Paxton Township, which will create a trail that goes from Hocker Park to the Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area.Ĭentral Pennsylvania Conservancy was given a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Alexander Boyd and Jane Starke Boyd Charitable Foundation, and The Nature Conservancy to acquire the land. Avoid candy that has loose wrappings, is completely unwrapped, has puncture holes, or is homemade and not factory-wrapped.LOWER PAXTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. Wherever possible, cross the road at a crosswalk. Always use the sidewalk, and do not cut across yards or use alleys. Don’t stray from the well-marked routes to get to the candy. Be sure to enter and exit driveways carefully. If you plan to be driving during trick-or-treat hours, watch for children walking on roadways, medians, and curbs. Costumes shouldn’t drag too far on the ground to avoid tripping, and masks, hats, and shoes should be well-fitting. Make sure costumes and candy bags or pails are reflective. Use the Nextdoor Treat Map to plan your route ahead of time and find the safest, most efficient route to the candy.

Trick-or-treat with trusted neighbors.Take a minute to read these 5 tips to make sure you and your family stay safe while trick-or-treating.

Halloween is CREEPING up on us (Monday, October 31)! Lower Paxton Township wishes everyone a safe and happy Halloween experience.

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