Mountain Watershed Association
Land Trust, Watershed Association
Mission or Purpose
The Youghiogheny Riverkeeper is a program of the Mountain Watershed Association and has expanded MWA’s vision into the larger Youghiogheny River basin. The Yough Riverkeeper is the public advocate for the Youghiogheny River watershed, using grassroots efforts to defend against further pollution, improve water quality, and to conserve the natural ecology and character of the region.
Contact Information
Organizational Information
Type of Organization
Year Founded
1994
Number of Staff
14
PA Counties of Operation
Land Conservation Figures in PA
Total Acres Conserved
417
Acres Owned
416
Other Acres Protected‡
107
Figures last updated April 2026