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    Cooperative Habitat Management Programs

    Fish habitat improvement projects contribute to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's mission of providing fishing and boating opportunities through the protection and management of aquatic resources.

    Making habitat porcupine cribs at Pymatuning

    Two Commission programs exist solely for the purpose of working with individuals, organizations and other state and federal agencies to manage habitat improvement projects in commonwealth lakes and impoundments. The Cooperative Habitat Improvement Program (CHIP) and the Technical Assistance Program (TAP) are cooperative programs that are managed by staff within the Division of Habitat Management’s Lake Section.

    Apply for the Cooperative Habitat Improvement Program (CHIP)

    Apply for the Technical Assistance Program (TAP)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Habitat Improvement

    The public can contact the Division of Habitat Management by emailing RA-FBHABITATMGMT@pa.gov.