Founded in 1994, the mission of MWA is to protect, preserve and restore the Indian Creek and greater Youghiogheny River watersheds located in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands region. Our organization is unique in that we pursue on-the-ground restoration of past environmental damages while also advocating to prevent impacts to the watershed primarily caused by continued fossil fuel extraction. We achieve our mission through a variety of initiatives including abandoned mine drainage remediation, water quality monitoring, recreational trail development, educational programming, grassroots organizing, and legal advocacy. We work towards a world where our communities and decision-makers act as if what affects one of us affects all of us, because that’s how watersheds work.

Natural Resources

Water

Mountain Watershed Association

Ashley Funk

Alica Martin

Stacey Magda

Alicia Jade Martin

Carla Ruddock

The Conservation and Community Engagement team at Mountain Watershed Association focuses on fostering community involvement and awareness of watershed preservation. Through educational programming, grassroots organizing, and collaboration with local stakeholders, the team engages residents in conservation efforts and recreational initiatives, aiming to empower them to advocate for sustainable practices that protect their local environment.

Conservation and Community Engagement

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