December 22, 2016 8:33 am
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Crawford County, Pa. – Dec. 22 – A forested property located in Hayfield and Vernon townships, Crawford County was permanently protected and became available for recreational use, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy announced today. This 171-acre property, which protects ecologically important land in the French Creek watershed, contains more than 5,600... Read More
November 23, 2016 7:52 am
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Indiana, Pa. – Nov. 23 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) and Dominion are accepting proposals for the 2016-2017 Watershed Mini Grant Program, which provides financial assistance to watershed groups across the region. The Watershed Mini Grants cover expenses in three areas: water quality monitoring, watershed restoration and organizational promotion... Read More
November 15, 2016 8:01 am
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Mill Run, Pa. – Nov. 15 – Fallingwater, Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterwork located in the scenic Laurel Highlands, will offer free admission to Fayette County residents during its biannual Fayette County Appreciation Days on Friday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 20. Last November, more than 650 Fayette County residents visited... Read More
October 17, 2016 9:01 am
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Indiana, Pa. – Oct. 17 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) is now seeking 2017 grant applications for the Canoe Access Development Fund (CADF), which supports projects that will improve canoe and kayak access to the region’s waterways. WPC’s Canoe Access Development Fund helps to make the region’s rivers and... Read More
September 27, 2016 2:04 pm
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The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) is currently applying for renewal of its accreditation through the Land Trust Accreditation Commission (Commission), an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance. The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for permanently protecting important natural places and working... Read More
September 13, 2016 4:01 pm
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WHAT: The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) will host an open house at its new field office, called the Northwest Regional Office, located in downtown Franklin, Pa. and WPC members and the public are invited to attend. The public will have opportunities to meet WPC staff and board members, while learning... Read More
September 6, 2016 10:00 am
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The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is saddened by the loss of Donald W. Hamer, who passed away on July 12, 2016. Don was a philanthropic leader in the region and a longtime friend of the Conservancy who cared deeply for the preservation of Pennsylvania’s natural resources. Don was the founder of... Read More
August 16, 2016 4:10 pm
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Middlecreek Township, Pa. – August 16 – Land in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands that provides wildlife habitat and scenic views of Laurel Hill State Park in Somerset County is now permanently protected, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) announced today. The approximately 184-acre property in Middlecreek Township is adjacent to Laurel Hill... Read More
July 17, 2016 1:38 pm
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The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) voted on July 17, 2016, to refer the United States’ submission to the World Heritage List for future consideration. This nomination of a collection of 10 buildings, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, includes Fallingwater. Director of... Read More
June 23, 2016 4:02 pm
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This event includes a walk along the property and special guests and family members to reflect on his commitment to conservation. WHAT: The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) will hold a dedication ceremony to officially open its new 24-acre natural area, called the Dr. Colson E. Blakeslee Memorial Recreation Area. This... Read More
