Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy

About Us
The Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy (NPC) is a regional land trust dedicated to conserving and enhancing the lands and waters of Northcentral PA to support the environmental well-being and recreational needs of local communities. 

The NPC Story
Formed in 1989, NPC was created to conserve the lands and waters that make the Northcentral region such a special place to live, work, and visit. Today, NPC remains a locally supported and locally run land trust that reflects the interests and needs of the communities throughout the region. Your gift helps sustain this local conservation effort. 

You're gift to NPC will help: 

1. Conserve the Region’s Forests and Farm
   From generational family farms to working forests, NPC’s conserved lands help clean the air, recharge groundwater, create wildlife corridors, and provide numerous other environmental and health benefits. Thanks to donors like you, NPC has conserved over 12,000 acres across a 12-county region.
2. Enhance Recreational Access:
   Your support helps expand and improve access to trails, waterways, and forests, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, exploration, and more! NPC has played a key role in ensuring that people can reach and enjoy some of the region’s most treasured outdoor destinations - including the Loyalsock Trail, Pine Creek Rail Trail, Pine Creek, Penns Creek, and the West Branch Susquehanna River.
3. Improve Water Quality:
   As part of the Northcentral Stream Partnership, NPC works with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and county conservation districts to reduce the amount of sediment entering local streams. This keeps the water cleaner and enhances water quality across the region. The success of this partnership has turned it into a model for stream health improvement throughout the state.
4. Connect our Communities
   From guided hikes to group paddles, NPC offers hands-on learning experiences and recreational activities that inspire a deeper connection to nature. Your support helps create these opportunities to bring people together, fostering community and encouraging a lifelong appreciation for the natural world around us.

Give Today
Our farms and forests sustain our communities in many ways. By supporting the health of our lands and waters, you are also supporting the health and livelihood of the communities that call Northcentral PA home. Give today to conserve the lands and waters that make Northcentral PA a truly special place!