Westmoreland, Indiana, and Armstrong

If you would like to be a Master Watershed Steward please reach out to Justin for more information or fill out an application from the link below:

Application Form to Become a Master Watershed Steward

Watershed-Friendly Property Certification Program

Watershed-Friendly Property Certification recognizes landowners who incorporate best practices in managing and protecting water resources and provide habitat for wildlife and pollinators on their property. In addition, the certification recognizes landowners who make a commitment to minimize their potential impact on water quality by using less harmful chemicals and maintain good housekeeping of their property. In order to achieve this certification, individuals and organizations must commit to working towards the objectives of the Watershed-Friendly Property Program, which include:

• Reducing stormwater runoff.
• Reducing pollution.
• Conserving water.
• Supporting wildlife and pollinators.

Learn more about this program by clicking here.

Fundraisers

• Reusable (Metal) straws
  
  • Help slow the use of plastics and support the Master Watershed Steward Program at the same time by purchasing a reusable straw.
  • Includes straw, cleaning brush, and carrying case. Price is $5.00 each.
    To purchase straws, contact Justin at jxm5608@psu.edu.
• Yearly Native Tree and Shrub Sale
  • The Master Watershed Steward Program holds a yearly native tree and shrub sale. Orders for the sale are accepted in August and the pick-up is in early October.
• Rain Barrel Kits
  • Purchase a rain barrel kit that has all the accessories necessary to turn a plastic barrel into a functioning rain barrel.
  • Kits are available for purchase for $45.

Contact Justin at jxm5608@psu.edu for more information.

Ask a Question

Send your water-related and environmental questions to AskaMWS@psu.edu

If you're wondering what watershed you live in, how to manage aquatic plants in your backyard pond, how you can safely use rain barrel water, what are things you can do to keep your streamside healthy, what plants are best for your rain garden, or any other water-related topic, Master Watershed Stewards will do the research and get back to you!

Local Program Partners

• Westmoreland County Conservation District
• Indiana County Conservation District
• Armstrong County Conservation District
• Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County
• Kiski Valley Water Pollution Control Authority
• Keystone State Park
• Western PA Conservancy
• Evergreen Conservancy
• Mountain Watershed Association
• Kiski Watershed Association
• Loyalhanna Watershed Association
• TU Arrowhead and Forbes Trail Chapters
• ALLARM

If your organization is interested in partnering with the program or if you are interested in volunteering, contact Justin Mansberger for more details.

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