Protect Our Open Spaces

Once they’re gone, they’re gone forever

From Pennsylvania Dutch Country to the Poconos, from Gettysburg to Valley Forge  to the Appalachian Trail, our open spaces define who we are as Pennsylvanians. They are the places where we hike, bike, and take our families. They are many of the most historically important places in our nation’s history like Valley Forge.

Unfortunately, Pennsylvania’s parks, open spaces, and family farms are threatened by encroaching development. The state loses more than one acre of open space to sprawling development every hour.

To make matters worse, elected officials are lookimg to eliminate the Keystone Fund, one of the key programs that helps protect our open spaces.

With your activism and our advocacy, we can protect Pennsylvania’s natural heritage

We refuse to stand by as the Keystone Fund is eliminated — and we have a plan to defend it. PennEnvironment is bringing together Pennsylvanians from all walks of life to protect our open spaces. All of us — hunters, hikers, anglers, tourism businesses and Pennsylvanians across the state — have something to fight for.

Our staff and volunteers have been knocking on doors across the state to educate Pennsylvanians about what’s at stake. We’re also testifying in Harrisburg, educating lawmakers and shining a spotlight in the media on the need to protect the Keystone Fund.

Thousands of you have joined the fight, too. Across the state, you’re calling or emailing your legislators, signing petitions and spreading the word to your family and friends.

Together, our activism and advocacy are a powerful combination. We need you to get involved if we’re going to protect our parks. If enough of us speak out, we can ensure that our great natural heritage can be protected. Join our campaign by sending your legislators a message today.