Conservation

Learn about how we actively monitor and restore water quality in the Indian Creek and greater Youghiogheny River Watershed

News & Updates

Use Caution with Unsolicited Property Offers

February 23, 2026

Spam comes in many forms these days. Recently, community members have reported getting unsolicited land offers from random text messages, phone calls, and even handwritten letters. If you get a…

Caution in Creeks! It’s Brook Trout Spawning Season!

October 1, 2025

Did you know that it’s spawning season for the Youghiogheny River watershed’s native trout? Brook trout spawn in the fall, from mid-September through November. They wait for cooler weather and…

Paradise Lost: Lead contamination found in Blue Hole Creek

April 30, 2025

Heavy metal contamination (including lead) has been found in Blue Hole Creek, Forbes State Forest, Somerset County, Pennsylvania Blue Hole Creek originates from the top of Laurel Ridge near Seven…