Delaware Highlands Conservancy | Conserving land, wildlife & heritage in Beach Lake

Delaware Highlands Conservancy in Beach Lake is a nonprofit land trust dedicated to preserving the natural heritage and quality of life in the Upper Delaware River region. Since 1994, the organization has worked with landowners and communities to protect more than 18,000 acres through conservation easements and sustainable stewardship. With headquarters at the Van Scott Nature Reserve, they continue to lead conservation efforts across Northeast Pennsylvania and the Catskills.

Land Protection & Environmental Stewardship

As a nationally accredited land trust, the Conservancy has facilitated over 80 conservation easements to safeguard forests, farmlands, and wildlife habitats. These legal agreements protect land from future development while allowing families to retain ownership. The Conservancy’s commitment ensures that clean water, open spaces and local ecosystems will remain intact for generations to come.

Education, Events & Wildlife Experiences

Delaware Highlands Conservancy also engages the public through educational programs and community events. Their Upper Delaware Visitor Center in Lackawaxen hosts seasonal programs and is home to the popular Eagle Watch. Each winter, residents and visitors gather to observe bald eagles in their natural habitat, highlighting the region’s ecological richness.

Delaware Highlands Conservancy continues to protect and celebrate the land, wildlife and people of the Upper Delaware River region from its base in Beach Lake.