150th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissi

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SCO1416 By Scavello. Recognizes the 150th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.

* March 1, 2016 01:50 PM
* Sen. Mario Scavello
* Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission 150th Anniversary Resolution
* In the future, we intend to introduce a resolution in honor of the
* 150th Anniversary of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
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* On March 30, 2016, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission will
* proudly celebrate the 150th anniversary of its founding in 1866.
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* With more than 86,000 miles of streams and nearly 4,000 lakes, ponds,
* and reservoirs in the state, the Commonwealth's aquatic resources are
* extensive, rich, and diverse.
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* For the last 150 years, the Commission has been responsible for
* managing and safeguarding both aquatic habitat and species resources,
* as well as to protect and showcase our rich recreational fishing and
* boating heritage.
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* Please join us in recognition of the many accomplishments and
* contributions of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission the last 150
* years and in honoring the rich heritage that includes boating, fishing,
* and all outdoor recreational activities on our waterways across the
* Commonwealth.