79 Search Results for "Bear Run Nature Reserve"

Virtual Backgrounds

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy Virtual and Desktop Backgrounds Many of us are spending a lot of time lately on our computers or in virtual meetings on Zoom, Microsoft Teams or other meeting platforms. Why not personalize your virtual space with beautiful photos of WPC properties, Fallingwater and nature? Download these seasonal... Read More

Donate

Give back to nature near you Join or Renew Donate Now SUPPORT OUR WORK Since 1932, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting the region’s most exceptional places. We safeguard wildlife habitats and natural areas, restore rivers and streams, enhance cities and towns with trees, gardens and other... Read More

Leadership Circle

Dedicated leadership donors have helped us establish state parks, restore rivers and streams, create community green spaces and open Fallingwater to a worldwide audience. Since 1932, the work of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has enhanced the quality of life in the region. Our Leadership Circle program recognizes the commitment of... Read More

Mountain Laurel and Rhododendron: What are the Differences?

Mountain laurel, (Kalmia latifolia) Pennsylvania’s state flower, and rhododendron (Rhododendron linnaeus) look very similar and are often mistaken for each other. Although both belong to the heath family (Ericaceae), they are different plants that bloom during different months. Here are some ways to tell them apart, and some WPC preserves... Read More

Corporate Giving

Thank you to our Business Partners! Be the Voice of Nature   Together, we can protect the natural beauty of our region. Show your customers, clients and employees that your business is committed to enhancing the natural beauty of Western Pennsylvania by partnering with the Conservancy through sponsorships, donations or project... Read More

Fallingwater, Now Open For its 62nd Tour Season

Mill Run, Pa. — April 14, 2025 —Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater is now open for its 62nd tour season, featuring Guided Architectural Tours and In-Depth Guided Tours that started April 7. Tours are underway as the scaffolding that covered Fallingwater in recent months for ongoing preservation work is being disassembled.... Read More

2026 Members’ Day and Annual Meeting 

We’re thrilled to thank our members with WPC’s Annual Members’ Day and Annual Meeting, an exciting day of activities at Bear Run Nature Reserve!    Bring family and friends and join us at The Barn at Fallingwater for a day of naturalist-led hikes, information sessions, children’s activities and free tours of Fallingwater. You can start the... Read More

Visitor Guidelines

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) preserves are open to the public free-of-charge for lowimpact outdoor recreation and enjoyment. In general, common sense is the best guide to the use of WPC preserves. Consideration for resident plants, animals, and human visitors should always be practiced. Recreational activities, such as hiking, hunting, fishing,... Read More

Species Assessments

Longhorn beetles, flower flies, bees, wasps, a variety of spiders, moths -- in all, about 1,000 terrestrial invertebrates -- are waiting in the wings for help from scientists and conservationists. Traditionally underrepresented in conservation assessments, pollinator groups and other invertebrates are undergoing assessment by Pennsylvania’s scientists for possible inclusion in... Read More