WPC’s Freshwater Conservation Program is dedicated to watershed conservation issues and to providing a full range of services to the community. WPC participates in a wide range of water conservation efforts including watershed conservation plans, watershed restoration projects, bathymetry initiatives, water trail mapping, algae studies and many others.

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WPC's Canoe Access Development Fund will contribute $4,000 per site for the construction and enhancement of waterway access sites in western Pennsylvania. The funding may be used for the following expenses:
 

• Parking area(s) for a few vehicles
• Creating stabilized access areas and paths to the waterway
• Purchase of conservation land easement and/or riverside access (where appropriate)
• Paying for a portion of a larger land tract for access (where appropriate)
• Upgrading an existing access location 

Applications must be postmarked by September 5. If your site is selected, you will be contacted by WPC to begin the design and constructing planning of the project. Apply 

Agricultural Services

We provide assistance to farmers and other large landowners wishing to implement Best Management Practices designed to protect water quality. This includes assistance navigating often-confusing government programs. This section includes information on the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP).

Technical Assistance

Much of our work involves providing direct technical assistance to grassroots watershed organizations. This section describes those services in greater detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn answers to the most common inquiries about WPC’s Freshwater Conservation Program.

Projects

Learn more about a wide range of Freshwater Conservation Program projects.

Virtual Resource Center

This section is designed to assist watershed groups with the development of compelling publications and convincing fundraising tactics by offering samples of some of the best grant proposals, press releases, letters, brochures and newsletters produced by watershed groups and other conservation organizations. We also provide helpful tips on educating and presenting to key audiences such as students and legislators.