Lancaster Conservancy is an accredited nonprofit land trust that protects and restores natural lands for future generations. Since our founding in 1969 by local anglers, hunters and naturalists, the Conservancy has saved over 8,000 acres of land to protect the ecosystems and landscapes upon which we depend for food, clean water, clean air, economic and public health, and the restoration of the soul and spirit.
We manage the lands we own in 50 nature preserves and care for over 45 miles of hiking trails. Our preserves, located in Lancaster County as well as along the Susquehanna River in York County, are open to the public free of charge 365 days a year and provide opportunities for passive recreation like hiking, fishing, hunting, and swimming. We have protected some of the most beautiful and beloved natural places in the area – places like Climbers Run, Welsh Mountain, Tucquan Glen & Pyfer, and Shenks Ferry Wildflower preserves.
Our work cultivates a connection with nature and educates the community on the importance of clean water, native species, biodiversity, and proper land use. By partnering with other non-profit organizations and government entities, we work to protect the health of our lands, watersheds, and local wildlife – forever. As a member supported organization, we need your help to save nature.
Our Staff & Board
Kate Gonick
Senior Vice President of Land Protection & General Counsel
Favorite Preserve
Pequea Preserve
Travis Lyle
Land Steward
Favorite Preserve
Hellam Hills
Steve Mohr
Preserves Manager
Favorite Preserve
Hellam Hills
Board of Directors
Sara Lamichane, DMD
Board Chair
Eric Nordstrom
Vice Chair
Jennifer Lauver
Treasurer, Chair of Finance & Audit
Christopher C. Ginder
Secretary, Chair of Land Protection
Julie L. Jones, MD
Chair of Community Impact
Jamie Rottmund, CFSP
Chair of Stewardship
John F. Pyfer Jr.
Immediate Past Board Chair
Dan Ardia
Spike Brant
J. Michael Flanagan Esq.
Doug Hoke
Sarah Jeffords
Jamie Morrison
David Shenk
Mary Louise Shenk
Alex E. Snyder, Esq.
Andres Zorrilla