Land Trust of the Eastern Panhandle
Overview
Our Mission
Our mission is to encourage people to preserve open space and rural landscapes in WV's eastern Panhandle. We use private, voluntary initiate and education to preserve the scenic beauty and historic character of our region to promote a healthy, balanced local economy by preserving productive farmland; and to encourage wise stewardship of the regions natural resources.
Operational Area and Acreage
Counties of Operation
West Virginia | Berkeley, Jefferson, Morgan |
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Acres Conserved
State | Total | Owned | Under Easement | Other** |
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West Virginia | 4,780 | 0 | 4,780 | 0 |
**This figure includes land that has been acquired by land trusts - whether through purchase, donation or by another means - and subsequently has been transferred to a public agency. It also includes land protected through other methods such as negotiating and preparing for acquisition by other organizations or agencies.