Conserveland

Contact Us | Get Updates

Welcome to Conserveland.org
  • Login
  • Create Account
  • About
    • Vision & Mission
    • Background
    • Board of Directors
    • Policy Advisory Committee
    • Member Organizations
    • Milestones
    • Public Policy Accomplishments
    • Bylaws
    • Program Reports
    • Staff
  • Conservation Basics
  • Stories
    • Success Story Map
    • In Their Own Words
    • Stories of Land and People
    • Video
    • Conservation Champions
    • More Stories
  • Jobs
    • Job Board
    • Submit A Job Listing
  • Training
    • 2020 Western PA Summit
    • Trailability: DEI and Access on Recreational Trails in PA
    • 2020 Trail Workshops
    • 2020 WeConservePA Webinars
    • 2020 EAC Network Conference
    • Past Conferences
    • Mentorship Program
  • News
    • Archive
    • Newsletters
  • Support
    • Donate Online
    • Donate by Check
    • Gifford Pinchot Society
    • Planned Giving and Stock Donations
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • AmazonSmile
    • Donate Your Vehicle
You are here: Home / Conservation Projects / French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust Opens New Preserve
16
September

French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust Opens New Preserve

09/16/2019

On September 14, French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust invited the community to join in celebration of the long-awaited official opening of the Thomas P. Bentley Nature Preserve. Protecting this preserve has been the Trust’s largest undertaking in its history.

Ray Bentley cut the ribbon in honor of his father, Thomas, a long-time neighbor and supporter of the Trust, after whom the preserve was named. To celebrate this momentous day in the Trust’s history, president Penny Hunt and executive director Bill Gladden welcomed guests to join programs including guided nature hikes, tours of the historic Warwick Furnace, water quality education, and scavenger hunts. French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust is thrilled with the community’s participation in Saturday’s festivities and is excited to host future events to help locals connect with the 108 acres of preserved open space.

“We look forward to offering programs, managing the grounds and future restoration projects to maintain the high water quality, plants, and animals that all contribute to this natural treasure,” said executive director Bill Gladden.

Preserve Details

For the most accurate directions to the preserve, set your GPS to Warwick Furnace Rd. & Valley Way Rd. Glenmoore, PA 19343. From dawn to dusk, explore a one-mile loop trail and visit the historic Warwick Furnace. Parking is available. See the Trust’s website for upcoming programs at the preserve.

Filed Under: Conservation Projects Tagged With: preserve

No Comments
categories: Conservation Projects

Categories

  • General Interest
  • Conservation Organization
  • Conservation Learning
  • Bigger Picture
  • Funding
  • Public Policy
  • Conservation Resources
  • PALTA News
  • Uncategorized
  • Conservation Projects
  • Conservation People
  • Items of Interest

Archives

  • Conserved Properties for Sale
  • Conservation Easement Assistance Program
Get The Latest News

WeConservePA envisions future generations enjoying—undiminished—Pennsylvania’s natural areas and open spaces.

Thank you to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for supporting the Association’s conservation efforts.

© 2025 · Pennsylvania Land Trust Association