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<\/a><\/a>\nFirst designated a Bird Town in 2019 by the Pennsylvania Division of the National Audubon Society, Wellsboro has consistently demonstrated a commitment to preserving natural habitats while fostering connections between residents, schools, businesses, and visitors. The Gold-level certification honors Wellsboro\u2019s efforts \u2013 from habitat enhancement to education and outreach \u2013 to create a healthier environment for birds, wildlife, and people.<\/p>
\n\u201cWellsboro\u2019s Gold Bird Town designation highlights the region\u2019s commitment to conservation and immersive nature experiences,\u201d said Colleen Hanson, executive director of Visit Potter-Tioga. \u201cVisitors can enjoy birdwatching, explore wetlands and forests, and support a community that values its wildlife and natural landscapes.\u201d<\/p>
\nWellsboro is home to a diversity of birds, including bald eagles, Cooper\u2019s hawks, sharp-shinned hawks, great blue herons, yellow warblers, and more. Birding enthusiasts can explore local trails, wetlands, observation blinds, and guided programs that showcase the region\u2019s ecosystems.<\/p>
\nBeyond birding, the Potter-Tioga region offers abundant outdoor recreation \u2013 from hiking along the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon and Pine Creek Rail Trail, voted 2026 Trail of the Year, to stargazing at Cherry Springs State Park, a designated International Dark Sky Park \u2013 making it a premier destination for nature enthusiasts.<\/p>
\nFor more information on Potter and Tioga Counties visit https:\/\/www.visitpottertioga.com\/<\/a>.<\/p> \nAbout Visit Potter-Tioga<\/b><\/p> \nLaunched in July 2017, Visit Potter-Tioga was formed by a merger of the former Tioga County Visitors Bureau and the former Potter County Visitors Association. As the designated tourist promotion agency, Visit Potter-Tioga\u2019s mission is to market the area as a destination for visitors. The organization is a results-driven, membership-based organization that promotes its members\u2019 businesses and area attractions across all advertising medias. For information on how your business can benefit from these marketing efforts, visit www.VisitPotterTioga.com<\/a>, email info@visitpottertioga.com<\/a>, or call 570-724-0635.<\/p> \nNote to editors: For more information, news and perspectives from Visit Potter-Tioga, journalists and analysts may call 570-724-0635. Web links, telephone numbers and titles were correct at time of publication but may have changed.<\/i><\/p>