Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation Conserving nature, environmental education, historic preservation. Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) membership organization.

Lacawac Sanctuary is dedicated to inspiring lifelong connections to nature and shaping the next generation of scientists and earth stewards through research, education, preservation. Lacawac Sanctuary is a ecological research field station, nature preserve, and public environmental education facility located in the Northern Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1966, via

the donation of 341 acres (now totals 545 acres) and a group of historic buildings. Lacawac is most notable for 52 acre Lake Lacawac - the southernmost glacial lake in the hemisphere that has been preserved in pristine condition totally free from development or encroachment. The property also features over nine miles of hiking trails which include a natural boreal bog, the Wallenpaupack Ledges Natural Area, and Heron and Golden Ponds. Lake Lacawac was declared a National Natural Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1966. The 1903 historic “Adirondack Great Camp” building complex at its core has been named to the National Historic Register. The mission of Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is to preserve Lake Lacawac, its watershed, the surrounding forest and historic structures; provide a venue for ecological research, scholarly interaction and the training of scientists; and provide education on environmental and conservation issues to all ages.

Last night, Lacawac hosted our 6th Annual Cocktails for Conservation, bringing together supporters, community members, a...
06/19/2026

Last night, Lacawac hosted our 6th Annual Cocktails for Conservation, bringing together supporters, community members, and friends for an evening of celebration, connection, and conservation.🌿🍹

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a success. Your support of Lacawac’s mission of research, education, and preservation makes a meaningful impact and helps ensure that our work continues for years to come.

Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed delicious food from The Mustard Seed Catering, a wonderful selection of wines from B & G Winery LLC, locally crafted beers and ciders from Jam Room Brewing Company, and exceptional beverage service from POUR Special Events Beverage Service LLC. We are grateful to each of these businesses for helping create a memorable experience for our guests.

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to this year’s event sponsors: Estemerwalt Log Homes, The Dime Bank, and Kohanski & Company, PC. Your generosity and support help make events like this possible!

Thank you for helping make our 6th Annual Cocktails for Conservation a wonderful evening. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is honored to receive a $10,000 grant from the John and Helen Villaume Foundation in suppor...
06/18/2026

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is honored to receive a $10,000 grant from the John and Helen Villaume Foundation in support of our LeadHER on STEM programs.

We are grateful to the John and Helen Villaume Foundation for their generous investment in expanding STEM learning opportunities for young women in our community.

The John and Helen Villaume Foundation is a charitable trust based in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. Established by the estate of Wayne County natives John and Helen Villaume, it provides funding for educational, religious, scientific, literary, and charitable programs that benefit the residents of Wayne County.

Pictured from left to right: Craig Lukatch (President, Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation), Dennis G. Cheng (Board Chair, The John and Helen Villaume Foundation), and Sue Cosgrove (Director of Environmental Education, Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation).

Our 6th Annual Cocktails for Conservation is almost here! 🌿🥂Before we raise a glass tomorrow evening, we'd like to exten...
06/17/2026

Our 6th Annual Cocktails for Conservation is almost here! 🌿🥂

Before we raise a glass tomorrow evening, we'd like to extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors who help make this event possible. Your support of Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation and our mission is greatly appreciated.

Presenting Sponsor: Estemerwalt Log Homes
Watershed Sponsors: The Dime Bank & Kohanski & Company, PC
Pollinator Sponsors: Jam Room Brewing Company & B & G Winery LLC

Thank you for your partnership and generosity. We look forward to celebrating with you tomorrow!

Important Announcement! 🌿The boardwalk on Lake Lacawac, located along the Rhododendron Trail, is currently closed for re...
06/16/2026

Important Announcement! 🌿

The boardwalk on Lake Lacawac, located along the Rhododendron Trail, is currently closed for renovation.

The project is being completed by participants of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps as part of ongoing efforts to improve and maintain our trails and visitor experience.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We cannot wait to welcome visitors back to the newly improved boardwalk!

06/15/2026

Lacawac’s 2026 Nature Camp season is officially here! 🌿☀️

As campers spend their days exploring nature, making new friends, and learning about the world around them, we’d like to introduce the team helping make it all happen.

Meet our Nature Camp staff! We’re excited for a summer full of outdoor adventures, hands-on learning, and unforgettable memories at Lacawac!

We're Hiring! 🌿 Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is seeking an organized, energetic, and customer-focused Event & Day-of Coo...
06/14/2026

We're Hiring! 🌿

Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation is seeking an organized, energetic, and customer-focused Event & Day-of Coordinator to help plan and execute fundraising events and weddings at our scenic nature sanctuary.

This role is responsible for coordinating fundraising events that support Lacawac's mission while also serving as the primary point of contact for wedding couples throughout the planning process and providing on-site coordination on their wedding day.

If you have a passion for event planning, exceptional attention to detail, and enjoy creating memorable experiences, we'd love to hear from you!

To learn more and apply please visit → lacawac.org/employment-opportunities/

Summer is right around the corner, and we have a season full of unforgettable events ahead at Lacawac! Join us for eveni...
06/13/2026

Summer is right around the corner, and we have a season full of unforgettable events ahead at Lacawac! Join us for evenings of great food, drinks, and community while helping support Lacawac's mission, programs, and initiatives that connect people of all ages to the natural world. See what's in store below:

🍸🌿 Cocktails for Conservation
Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 6-8pm | $50 per Person
Purchase Tickets → https://lacawac.org/cocktails-for-conservation/

🍷🌲 Wine in the Woods
July 15, 2026 | 6-8pm | $50 per Person
Purchase Tickets → https://lacawac.org/wine-in-the-woods/

🥕🌾 11th Annual Farm to Plate Dinner
August 8, 2026 | 6pm | $95 per Person or $900 per Table of 10
Purchase Tickets → https://lacawac.org/farm-to-plate/

🐾🍻 Yappy Hour
August, 26, 2026 | 5-7 | $20 per Person
Purchase Tickets → https://lacawac.org/yappy-hour/

EITC Donor Spotlight! 🌿We’re grateful to The Honesdale National Bank for their generous $10,000 donation to Lacawac Sanc...
06/12/2026

EITC Donor Spotlight! 🌿

We’re grateful to The Honesdale National Bank for their generous $10,000 donation to Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program.

This support directly strengthens our environmental education programs at Lacawac, helping us provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for learners of all ages through K–12 field trips, nature camps, and community nature programs.

Thank you, The Honesdale National Bank, for investing in our environmental education efforts and helping ignite curiosity and foster a lasting connection with the natural world!

Pictured from left to right: Elizabeth Nagy (HNB Vice President Director of Sales), Craig Lukatch (Lacawac President), and Charlie Curtin (HNB Senior Vice President, Trust Officer)

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94 Sanctuary Road
Lake Ariel, PA
18436

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