The Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy (NPC) is a land trust devoted to conserving and enhancing the lands and waters of Northcentral Pennsylvania to support the environmental well-being and recreational needs of local communities.
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Field Journal Friday – Laning Creek Conservation Easement
Nestled in Bradford County, NPC’s 120-acre Laning Creek conservation easement is a testament to family heritage and land stewardship. This property has been in the owner’s family for generations, with a rich history of farming and cherished summer memories. Today, it continues to support hay production and provides wildlife habitat and a peaceful retreat. Named after the creek that flows through it, the conservation easement … Continue reading Field Journal Friday – Laning Creek Conservation Easement
Field Journal Friday: Green Hills Farm Conservation Easement
Green Hills Farm is a fitting name for the rolling landscape of farm fields and woodlands that make up this 118-acre conservation easement in Lycoming County. The land’s changing topography and variety of habitats support an abundance of wildlife and native species, which were on full display during Sara’s recent site visit. Observation #1: Yarrow Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a hardy, perennial herb commonly found … Continue reading Field Journal Friday: Green Hills Farm Conservation Easement
Field Journal Friday: Dickey Farm Conservation Easement
Established in 1999, the Dickey Farm conservation easement stands as a testament to thoughtful stewardship and long-term planning. The decision to conserve their 195-acre property came after the landowners attended an ‘Estate Planning for Family Lands’ workshop hosted by NPC. Already equipped with a farm plan and woodlot management strategy, they were dedicated to enhancing wildlife habitat on their property. Recognizing the importance of conserving … Continue reading Field Journal Friday: Dickey Farm Conservation Easement
NPC’s 2024 Annual Membership Meeting Recap
Who could have predicted the NPC office would lose power two hours before the annual membership meeting? We certainly didn’t! But in typical NPC fashion, our membership rallied. They demonstrated their sense of humor and flexibility, smiling through their slightly melted ice cream sundaes (a special thanks to Painterland Sisters for providing their yogurt for the event!). Then we all cheered when the power returned … Continue reading NPC’s 2024 Annual Membership Meeting Recap
Field Journal Friday: VanHorn & VanHorn Homestead Conservation Easements
Together, the VanHorn and VanHorn Homestead Conservation Easements conserve 148 acres in Lycoming County. Donated to NPC by the same owners in the late 1990s, these easements feature mature woodlands and wetlands adjacent to Big Run, a high-quality native trout stream and tributary of Muncy Creek. On the VanHorn Homestead, a swamp supports a variety of animals, plants, and aquatic life. One unique aspect is … Continue reading Field Journal Friday: VanHorn & VanHorn Homestead Conservation Easements