79 Search Results for "Bear Run Nature Reserve"
WPC Protects Forested Land in Fayette County
for Bear Run Nature Reserve
Stewart Township, Pa. – April 1, 2019 – The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy announced today the purchase of four acres in Stewart Township, Fayette County that are now part of the Conservancy’s 5,119-acre Bear Run Nature Reserve. The four-acre area is located across from the main entrance to Fallingwater, includes more... Read More
Camping at Bear Run Nature Reserve
Camping Camping at Bear Run Nature Reserve Welcome to Bear Run Nature Reserve. During your stay, you'll have opportunities to enjoy nature, recreation and architecture in a truly exceptional setting. The reserve protects a diversity of animals and their habitats, including black bear, fisher, bobcat and more than 50 bird... Read More
Seven Winter Activities to Enjoy on WPC Preserves
Winter’s first fluffy snow beckoned you to enjoy the downy flakes as you cleared the driveway. (It was good exercise, right?) By the sixth or seventh round of shoveling and scraping, snow’s magic has likely faded...but you can’t stand the thought of firing up the treadmill and slogging even one.... Read More
Trillium Thrills at WPC Preserves
Although not the very first flower to bloom in spring, the uniquely beautiful trillium is a harbinger of the season. In fact, some trilliums are called wakerobin — because the flowers appear in early spring before robins begin to appear. In Western Pennsylvania, trillium flowers put on an impressive display... Read More
Looking for Fun Family Adventures? Visit These Five WPC Preserves
Pittsburgh, Pa. – June 15, 2022 – Do you have a young nature enthusiast who loves to learn and explore? These five Western Pennsylvania Conservancy preserves, which feature trails that are short to moderate in length, are suited for small legs and curious minds. Andy Zadnik, director of land stewardship,... Read More
PMSC AmeriCorps Member – WPC Land Stewardship/Bear Run
The PMSC AmeriCorps member will serve with Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Land Stewardship program to support projects that enhance ecological health, restore natural communities, and provide recreational opportunities at the 5,100-acre Bear Run Nature Reserve and other Conservancy preserves.
8 WPC Preserves Where You Can See Brilliant Fall Foliage
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 to... Read More
WPC Preserves
Land Conservation WPC Preserves The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy owns and manages nearly 14,000 acres of land that are open to the public, free of charge, for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Our nature preserves have special conservation significance and are rich with features such as rare plants and... Read More
Kaufmann Conservation on Bear Run
Fallingwater Kaufmann Conservation on Bear Run In October 1963, Edgar Kaufmann jr entrusted Fallingwater to the care of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. The donation was received under a deed of trust that requires the Conservancy to preserve and maintain Fallingwater and its surroundings. Included with the generous donation of Fallingwater... Read More
2026 Members’ Day and Annual Meeting
Bear Run Nature ReserveSaturday, May 2, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We’re so grateful to our members for supporting our work throughout the year. You help WPC plant trees, gardens and other green spaces that beautify and improve our communities. You help protect our landscapes, waterways, and plants and wildlife,... Read More