Yough Riverkeeper, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to protecting, preserving, and restoring the Youghiogheny River watershed and its surrounding communities. With a strong focus on conservation, recreation, education, and advocacy, they strive to address the environmental damages caused by fossil fuel development and promote sustainable practices. Since its founding in 1994, Yough Riverkeeper has played a crucial role in restoring over 70% of the Indian Creek Watershed and preventing further pollution in the broader Youghiogheny River Watershed.

Their initiatives include abandoned mine drainage remediation, water quality monitoring, trail development, educational programming, grassroots organizing, and legal advocacy. Yough Riverkeeper believes in grassroots empowerment, environmental justice, and the interdependence of communities. They actively engage and educate diverse communities, ensuring equitable environmental protections and access to clean water for all.

By taking local actions, they aim to have a global impact, creating a world where everyone recognizes that what affects one of us affects all of us. Join Yough Riverkeeper in their mission to restore and protect the Youghiogheny River watershed, and be part of the collective effort towards a sustainable and resilient future