Our Mission
The Dirt Conservancy is a nonprofit organization restoring Western Pennsylvania’s forgotten lands.
We focus on rewilding post-industrial and underused land—turning neglected areas into public outdoor spaces that support healthy ecosystems, active recreation, and community renewal.
Our mission is simple: bring land back to life, and connect people to it.
Our Approach
We blend environmental restoration with purpose-built trail design.
By healing soil, re-establishing native habitat, and creating sustainable access through mountain biking and multi-use trails, we turn degraded sites into thriving public assets.
Our work is modeled after successful community-driven programs like the Evergreen MTB Alliance—combining ecological science, recreation planning, and local partnerships to achieve lasting stewardship.
Our Impact Goals
Restore
Reclaim degraded or post-industrial land and restore native ecosystems.
Build
Create safe, sustainable trail systems for recreation and learning.
Revitalize
Strengthen local economies and communities through outdoor access.