News and Media Room
Funding Available for Canoe and Kayak Access Projects in Western Pennsylvania
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – October 12, 2020 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking grant applicants for its Canoe Access Development Fund, which supports projects that will improve canoe and kayak access to the region’s waterways. Founded in 2008 by WPC donors and outdoor enthusiasts Roy Weil and Mary Shaw, WPC’s Canoe Access Development Fund provides… Read More
35-Acre Wetland Protected in the French Creek Watershed
for Habitat Protection and Outdoor Recreation
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – October 8, 2020 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy announced today the permanent protection of a 35-acre wetland and forested area within the French Creek watershed in Waterford Township, Erie County. This newly protected property contains wetlands and forested buffers along two streams that flow into Lake LeBoeuf, one of eight natural glacial… Read More
8 WPC Preserves Where You Can See Brilliant Fall Foliage
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – October 6, 2022 – Our partners at the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry provide a Fall Foliage Report each year that provides information on the peak times across the state to see fall color. Here in Western Pennsylvania, some counties are currently at peak while most counties are nearing vibrant color. According… Read More
WPC’s ADA-accessible Trails Allow Everyone to Enjoy Nature
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – October 4, 2020 – Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy nature, and so accessibility is an important part of trail development at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. Our land stewardship staff and volunteers work to ensure that several trails are available for those with mobility and other physical challenges to watch wildlife… Read More
WPC Webinar:
Conservation in a Changing Climate
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – September 28, 2020 – The impacts of our changing climate become more apparent with every season. How is climate change affecting our region’s species and how are conservationists reacting in order to increase survival chances for the most vulnerable species and habitats? Join the Conservancy for a free webinar via Zoom with… Read More
Sign Up for WPC’s Webinars Offered
as Part of RADical Days!
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – September 1, 2020 – Allegheny Regional Asset District’s RADical Days is an annual celebration that offers several days of free admission, free performances or other free events/activities as a thank you to Allegheny County taxpayers who make RAD funding possible. The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Community Greening staff will present three free webinars… Read More
WPC Protects More Forestland in the Bennett Branch
Watershed for Moshannon State Forest
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – September 1, 2020 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy announced today the permanent protection of 561 acres of forestland in Benezette Township, Elk County – a popular destination in our region to see elk roam in their habitat. The property was immediately conveyed to the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)… Read More
Partnerships, Donor Generosity Lead to Ohiopyle Stream Restoration
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Pittsburgh, Pa. – August 31, 2020 – Important headwaters of a wild brook trout stream in Ohiopyle State Park have been restored, thanks to a collaborative effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – Bureau of State Parks (BSP), Wetland Restoration LLC, Beran Environmental and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. A portion of… Read More
Media Inquiries
Carmen Bray
Senior Director of Communications
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
800 Waterfront Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-586-2358
cbray@paconserve.org