Conservation

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

News & Updates

An Ancient Ally: Warnings from Freshwater Sponges

June 1, 2022

Underneath the rocks that cover the floors of our watershed lives possibly the oldest animals ever recorded, sponges. They’re not much to look at, in fact, you might not notice…

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Water Guardians Afterschool Club Receives Funding for 2022/2023 School Year

May 27, 2022

The Mountain Watershed Association (MWA) is happy to announce a new upcoming education project: the Water Guardians After School Youth Club. During the 2022-23 school year, this club will take…

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High Quality Streams – High Quality Fish

March 15, 2022

The Youghiogheny River Watershed is known for its clean and cool tributaries, fishing, whitewater rafting, and coal mining.  Our industrial minded history paired with our current love for the outdoors…

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