Using Goats for Sustainable Invasive Vegetation Removal
How it Works
Allegheny GoatScape improves community ecology by clearing overgrown land with a friendly herd of goats.
1. Natural areas or vacant lots overgrown with invasive plants are identified by local municipalities. They contact Allegheny GoatScape, who surveys the area for feasibility. We provide expectations, an estimated cost and anticipated timeline.
2. Prior to a herd’s arrival, Allegheny GoatScape clears a fence line and sets up the fencing and a shelter for the animals. The herd arrives at the site and immediately gets to work eating the vegetation. The humans of Allegheny GoatScape ensure the goats have what they need each day.
3. Once the goats eat through the vegetation on site, they are transported to their next location. The addressed land is now better prepared for additional restoration or ongoing maintenance because the overgrown plants have been eaten away.
What Do the Goats Eat?
Allegheny GoatScape uses our goats to target plants that are designated as invasive by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Our impact
Conservation by the numbers
We’ve already cleared
acres of invasive vegetation
We’ve avoided use of over
gallons of glyphosate
We've completed over
vegetation-clearing projects
Three Ways to Support Allegheny GoatScape
Sponsor
We are seeking generous supporters to sponsor each of our animals individually. These one-time donations support the well-being of each of our animals year-round!
Donate
Please consider donating to Allegheny GoatScape! Donations are greatly appreciated and help with daily care, ecological restoration, and the needs of our goats and mini donkeys.
Volunteer
Individual, community, and group volunteers value the impact their time and labor has on Pittsburgh and Western PA’s ecological health. They also love spending time with our herds!