The Natural Regions of Pennsylvania

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Word Picture Write three lines describing what the area around Bloomsburg is like. Think about what you see when drive around outside of town.

Ridge and Valley Region This region is an area of many ridges and valleys.

Please Do Now! List three things that you remember about coal or coal mining. Share your list with your partner.

Ridge and Valley Region Coal is a fossil fuel that is found in the Ridge and Valley region that supplies power to many of the nation’s factories.

Ridge and Valley Region Coal mining is the major industry in the Lackawanna Valley.

Ridge and Valley Region Many crops are grown in the valleys of this region. Apples, grapes, cherries, berries, peaches, corn, hay, oats, and potatoes are just some!

Ridge and Valley Region Large roads such as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Interstates 80 & 81 help farmers transport their products.

Ridge and Valley Region Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania.

Ridge and Valley Region Many caverns are found around Harrisburg. Caverns are underground caves. They are formed when water from rain mixes with soil and makes an acid which seeps through the ground and eats away at limestone creating a space underground.

Ridge and Valley Region There are many activities people enjoy in the Ridge and Valley region. They include: hiking, fishing, picnicking, skiing, white-water rafting, boating, hunting, and camping.

Exit Activity Explain why the Ridge and Valley Region is important to Pennsylvania.