Mission

Mission

We conserve Mount Nittany as a natural treasure for all generations.

Method

We conserve Mount Nittany in its natural state as a symbol of Penn State and the Nittany Valley, and for the benefit of the public, through conservation activities and the promotion of cultural experiences, folklore, and traditions which inspire a common love for the Mountain as an environmental, scenic, and recreational heritage.

Motivation

We believe that conserving Mount Nittany and inspiriting the cultural and natural landscapes through experience, friendship, and knowledge is essential for the thriving of Central Pennsylvanians, Penn Staters, and others who may dwell near the gentle shadow of the Mountain.

History

As a public charity, the Mount Nittany Conservancy exists to conserve the Mountain for all generations of Central Pennsylvanians, Penn Staters, and other friends of nature.

Mount Nittany offers a distinctive setting for local recreation, with scenic views and more than eight miles of volunteer-maintained trails across more than 800 pristine acres. Since 1981, the Mount Nittany Conservancy has been working to protect Mount Nittany from commercial and residential development by acquiring land, obtaining easements, and maintaining existing lands for the benefit of the public.

We build and maintain trails and overlooks, conduct clean-up projects, and take action against invasive species. We also work to prevent development encroachment on Mount Nittany by working with existing land owners to plan for long-term conservation whenever possible, so that the Mountain may be handed on as a natural treasure for all generations.

To learn more, read Conserving Mount Nittany: A Dynamic Environmentalism or see our brochure, Mount Nittany: A Symbol of our Pride.