These links will direct you to other sites that provide valuable information on land conservation, open space issues, urban sprawl, and rural living.
10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania is a great organization, and a rich source of information on urban sprawl, farm preservation, etc.
Agriculture Online is about all things farming-related.
American Farmland Trust works nationally to stop the loss of productive farmland and to promote farming practices that lead to a healthy environment.
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve inspires the appreciation and use of native plants by serving as a sanctuary and an educational resource for conservation and stewardship.
Brandywine Conservancy is located in Chester County, PA and is recognized for their land preservation programs.
Bucks County Horse Park – located in Revere, PA this unique facility is dedicated to the preservation of the natural environment for amateur equestrian pursuits. This non-profit 501(c)(3) provides a variety of competitions and trail riding for all ages and disciplines of riding.
Bucks County Taste – a local blog devoted to the wonderful food of Bucks County (and nearby).
Heritage Conservancy is located in Doylestown, PA and is actively involved in open space and farmland preservation.
Land Trust Alliance serves all land trusts national, provfiding information on land trusts, conservation, conservation easements and other land protection tools.
National Barn Alliance is a network of groups focused on preservation and increased appreciation for barns.
National Wildlife Federation seeks to educate the public and protect wildlife, provides information about Backyard Wildlife Habitat Certification process (see Land Stewardship page).
PennFuture is an advocacy organization working in Pennsylvania to increase awareness of environmental matters and responsible legislation to support environmental concerns.
Pennsylvania Master Naturalist connects people with their local ecosystems through intensive natural science training and local conservation service work.
Pennsylvania Historic Barns and Farms Foundation works to protect and preserve historic barns.
WeConservePA serves land trusts statewide, and provides a lot of good information on open space and other projects.
Tinicum Conservancy is actively involved in many preservation projects in Tinicum Township, PA.
The Trust for Public Land helps conserve land nationally for recreation and public enjoyment and to improve the health and quality of life of American communities.
US Dept. of Agriculture Natural Resources & Conservation Service has program areas that include soil survey, conservation assistance, farmland protection, grazing lands conservation, and watershed protection, and wildlife habitat protection.
Community Sustainable Agriculture Bucks County Farm Markets Booklet
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