Branch of Susquehanna named river of the year

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has named the North Branch of the Susquehanna River Pennsylvania's 2023 River of the Year.The ...

January 27, 2023
10:34 PM

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has named the North Branch of the Susquehanna River Pennsylvania's 2023 River of the Year.The branch is located in the northeastern part of the state and was selected by public vote.'Through planned River of the Year celebrations, public awareness of the value of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River will be increased and major initiatives along this section of the river will be underscored,' said Cindy Adams Dunn, secretary of the DCNR. 'Economic revitalization of river-town communities will enhance access to the river; increase tourism; and provide additional land and water-based recreational opportunities for local residents and visitors alike.

Sue Gleiter