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

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

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

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

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

Pittsburgh, Pa. – August 13, 2020 – One of the unsung heroes of a region’s vitality is the community tree canopy. Trees not only act as the world’s lungs, absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, but they provide shade to cool our cities, increase property values and even deter crime in public areas. Trees also… Read More

Pittsburgh, Pa. – August 5, 2020 – The signing of the Great American Outdoors Act into law on August 4 will provide full and permanent funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund, a funding source relied upon over the past 55 years by WPC and other conservation organizations across the country to protect special… Read More

Pittsburgh, Pa. – originally posted on June 11, 2020 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy supports the pivotal movement calling for racial and social justice. We stand with the many people in our region and across the country, particularly in the black community, opposing racism, bias and oppression of all kinds. Our work benefits everyone and… Read More