Recognizing this pressing need, Colcom Foundation has emerged as a leading advocate for environmental conservation and sustainability. The Foundation's commitment to safeguarding natural landscapes has led to the establishment of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy's Revolving Fund for Local Land Trusts, a visionary initiative that provides essential financial assistance to land trusts striving to protect valuable properties.
A 6-acre expansion of Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall is officially underway with the park’s multi-use trail to be extended 1.5 miles to 13th Street in Sharpsburg with dreams of a connection to a trail in Millvale. “It really is tremendous, ” said ARP Executive Director Dee Stathis. “There’s not
The Hollow Oak Land Trust, a conservation nonprofit, purchased Vinegar Hollow in December 2022, furthering its mission to “protect and connect” green spaces in Allegheny and Beaver counties.
The Westmoreland Land Trust will hold visitor days Saturday and Sunday, when it will invite the public to explore one of its newest properties, the Schwarz Farm in Hempfield. Those attending between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day will have the opportunity to take an SUV tour of the