Celebrating Conservation
Since 1991
Our Vision
To preserve natural, rural, and historic landscapes for Nature’s benefit and the enrichment of future generations.
Our Mission
The mission of Westmoreland Conservancy is to acquire and preserve rural and rustic lands for the public good
Contact Us:
Westmoreland Conservancy
1 Priority Lane, Unit 446
Murrysville, PA 15668
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724.325.5523
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Interested in attending an event?
Please let us know by filling out the registration at
www.westmorelandconservancy.org/event-registration
We always look forward to seeing new faces and familiar friends!
NOTICE: Due to the severity of the 4/29 storm , we ask that you observe every caution. There may be dangerous conditions which should be avoided. We ask for your patience as we manage our reserves. Please choose to stay safe.
Upcoming Activities:
PawPaws & Zebra Swallowtails
06/08
Summer Solstice Walk 06/20
Enchanted Evening Firefly Walk
07/12
Walk Through the Seasons
07/13
Watch for our events
See our calendar!
PLUS
Birdwatching
Year-round Geocaching
2025 Monthly Meetings:
Delmont Public Library 7PM
May 28
June 25​
July 23
August 27​​
The mission of Westmoreland Conservancy is to acquire and preserve rural and rustic lands for the public good
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80% of the Conservancy's 600+ acres has been donated by folks wishing their land and legacy be protected in a natural, undeveloped state.
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Should you have property that you would like to preserve for nature and future generations, we would like to talk with you. We have the resources to assist you.
Call us at 724-325-5523 or email contact@westmorelandconservancy.org
Walk Through the Seasons
Hike Series-SUMMER- at the
King Reserve
with Lindsey Praksti
Sunday, 7/13 at 10AM
Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn. Make a date to experience the seasonal changes in the forest along the red trail at the King Reserve with Lindsey.
June 13. Head out at 10AM from the King parking lot on Crowfoot Road. You don't want to miss any part of this hike series! Autumn Date: September 28th
Event Registration: www.westmorelandconservancy.org/event-registration FREE
Summer Solstice Walk at the Morosini Reserve
Friday, 6/20 at 8:30PM
The Summer Solstice is the longest day and shortest night of the year. What better way to observe this than to enjoy a magical evening outside? Join us at 8:30PM at the Universal Pedestrian Trailhead for an evening walk to the pond and around to the field trails. Summer OFFICIALLY begins at 10:42PM, (Please remember that the house is private property and not part of the reserve)
The moon will be waning crescent, so have a flashlight in case we stay out late!
Register FREE: www.westmorelandconservancy.org/event-registration
Geocaching
with
Westmoreland Conservancy
Westmoreland Conservancy has always been happy to host geocaches and events at our reserves. we have cache trails designed to help explore unique features and areas of the properties. Some are even educational!
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We invite you to get out and enjoy our reserves, and if you have a suggestion for or would like to help create a new cache trail on one of the properties not already boasting one, please reach out!
Westmoreland Conservancy reserves are privately owned lands that are available to the public for permitted use
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Dogs are to be on-leash, and waste is to be removed
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NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES aside from PEDESTRIAN mobility aids
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PLEASE observe Leave No Trace sensibilities and take out out anything you bring in
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DO NOT leave trash at the reserves
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Birdwatching
at the
Morosini Reserve
There is always an incredible variety of birds to observe at the Morosini Reserve.
Why?
Because the 183-acre reserve boasts diverse habitat areas. You'll experience a shaded pond, dense woodlands, open fields, and edge habitat all within a 30-minute walk. if you take your time and observe closely, you'll see and hear all SORTS of birds, both migratory and local residents!
One never tires of seeing a beautiful cardinal or bluebird, but an indigo bunting, yellowthroat or cedar waxwing is an exciting rush!
As always, you are invited to enjoy the reserve even without a guided event. Just please, leave no trace.
Westmoreland Conservancy is an all-volunteer, private 501(c) 3 non-profit organization committed to conservation. We are not affiliated with the Municipality of Murrysville, nor with Westmoreland County Government.
We do not receive taxpayer monies. Our organization is funded by our donors.
Enchanted Evening Firefly Walk at the
Morosini Reserve
7/12 at 8:30PM
Another summer evening walk... A Family-Friendly Firefly walk. Who can resist a smile when seeing these magically glowing little bugs? We don’t catch them, but marvel at their light show. And who knows.... There may be some pretty magical sights along the trail as well!
Join us at 8:30PM at the Universal Pedestrian Trailhead Kiosk for an evening walk along the trail to the pond and around to the fields. The longer you stay, the more fireflies you’ll see mingling with the fairies. The waning gibbous moon
should be reasonably bright, being the first phase after a full moon.
Please register: www.westmorelandconservancy.org/event-registration
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Westmoreland Conservancy protects land and wildlife habitat. We make nature available so that people of all ages and abilities may benefit from the experience.
The Universal Pedestrian Trail (UPT) at the Morosini Reserve was in need of repair. This is necessary to continue to allow those with wheelchairs, walkers and strollers to enjoy these amenities. We also extended the surface by another 400’. We hope that the improvements make the trail that much more enjoyable for those that require the amenities.
Your support is always appreciated. We are your local land trust, part of your community, working to make our world a bit better for everyone.
PawPaws &
Zebra Swallowtails
Sunday, June 8 at Noon!
Have you ever had pawpaw fruit? King/Potter has a small patch but they haven’t fruited, similar to the large colony over at the Walter Reserve. We collected scions from the King Reserve stand in March that will later be grafted into the colony at the Walter Reserve (along with some other genetically diverse additions). Join us as we learn how this is done.
A very lovely butterfly, the zebra swallowtail, might exist in one or both of these nature preserves that is dependent upon the pawpaw tree for its existence. Learn more about this lovely pollinator and how we can improve their habitat!
Event Registration: www.westmorelandconservancy.org/event-registration FREE
Spring Migration Walk at the Morosini Reserve 5/10
Photos courtesy of
Alex Busato
May is Spring Migration time and the Morosini Reserve has lots of habitat areas to entice the tiny travelers to stop and rest awhile!
Alex Busato shared some his wonderful photos from the walk.
About
Westmoreland Conservancy preserves, enhances and connects land, habitat and green space through acquisition, stewardship, and cooperation with local communities and other organizations.
Our vision is to preserve natural, rural, and historic landscapes for Nature's benefit and the enrichment of future generations. Since 1991 Westmoreland Conservancy has protected more than 600 acres of land.
Westmoreland Conservancy is devoted to conservation of land in Westmoreland County. We are an accredited 501c-3 non-profit organization.
westmorelandconservancy.org generously hosted by donation
Get Involved
Becoming a volunteer provides a unique opportunity to contribute directly to protecting our region’s clean waters, natural areas, and sustainable local economies now and for future generations. You play an important role in conserving the waters, meadows, and woodlands of your community. You will meet wonderful people, too! Volunteering at the Conservancy is productive work, and it’s fun!
Tell us what you would like to do: stewardship; special events; hikes; fundraising; website; newsletters/email news... contact us at the email address or phone number above!
