CWC is the leading 501(c)3 not-for-profit watershed pollution prevention and land conservation organization in the Chautauqua region- having conserved over 1-100 acres over the last 30 years and establishing 30 nature preserves. Its mission is to preserve and enhance the water quality- scenic beauty and ecological health of the lakes- streams and watersheds of the Chautauqua region. CWC offers landscaping technical assistance to landowners desiring to learn how to improve habitat and protect water quality for the benefit of fish- wildlife and families.