16—The Daily Collegian Monday, Sept. 10, 1984 Mt. Nittany: Funds needed to preserve natural By NAN CRYSTAL ARENS Collegian Staff Writer At a piess conference Friday at the foot of the mountain, the director of the Mount Nittany Conservancy an nounced the kickoff of a drive to raise $120,000 to save the landmark from development. Ben Novak said the $120,000 will be used to purchase a portion of the crown and cap of the mountain so it can be preserved as a natural area. Novak said 89 acres was being donated by the owner, Bill Kogel mann of Oak Hall, with the stipula tion that the Conservancy purchases the remaining 120 acres. "Because development is gro wing . . . we really have to buy it to protect it," Novak said. He added that theAand would prob ably be clear-cut for timber if it was not preserved. "We want to preserve it just like it was when the Indians were there," Novak said. The Lion's Paw alumni association currently owns 537 acres of the moun tain, said John A. Brutzman, a mem ber and former director of Lion's Paw. An additional 32.78 acres was pur chased by the Conservancy in 1981, Novak said. Novak said 650 letters were sent to Lion's Paw members this summer asking for contributions to the fund. The alumni responded with donations totaling $7,500. To date, the conservancy has raised $20,000, he added. "We're asking everyone to get in volved," Novak said. Printed Turtleneck Tops Polyester/cotton knit. Infant sizes 12-18-24 mos. 97 Toddler sizes 2-3-4 T. every day Infant's Sleep & Play Set Flame resistant, 97 Compare 100% nylon tricot. every day at 2299 Sizes S-M-L. Canvas Diaper Bag 9 97 Compare Water resistant. at 3.99 iht everyday He said the fund-raising is aimed at students, faculty, local residents and businesses. The conservancy also hopes to conduct a fund-raising event in the future, but plans have not been finalized, he said. "We're hoping the students will get involved," Novak said. "If every student would donate one dollar, we would have $35,000 and be half way to our goal." Novak added that any student who climbed the mountain can appreciate the need to preserve it. Brutzman said, "We think it would be a shame if it was timbered or if it was ever developed for residences. We feel it should be preserved as a symbol of Penn State." Kogelmann said, "It's a landmark State College: Hills Plaza South Atherton Street (Route 322 E) & Branch Road Store Hours: 10-10 Monday-Saturday/12-5 Sunday here. Once civilization encroaches, it will be lost forever." Kogelmann, who completed his masters degree in mining engi neering at the University in 1964, lives at the base of the mountain. The Mount Nittany Conservancy was formed in the late 1970 s in re sponse to increasing threats to the mountain's natural beauty, Novak said. According to legend, the mountain was the home of Indian princess Nit- A-Nee which means "windbreaker." The princess fell in love with a brave who was later killed in battle after the protective shield she had given him was stolen. The maiden found her lover's body and built a burial mound over it. Corduroy Boxer Pants Cotton/polyester. Infant sizes 12-18-24 mos.. 97 Toddler sizes 2-3-4 T. every day Flannel Shirts . 100% cotton, assorted plaids. Infant sizes 12-18-24 mos. 97 Toddler sizes 2-3-4 T. every day environment L. I y*V"'4U .F-r.... , •1 - Are) N -I , N.W4`Z" I / 4 4, T,......._... „ IS Toddler Sleepers Flame resistant, grow feature. 86 Sizes 2-3-4 T. Compare at 7.69 every day :f...,..:-, ....• .... ......,.. ~, ; ....,---,...,„,./ .:. 4. , ..... ...,„,i,1..\\)...,, , ~„ ~. ~..........\,•• .• .. ~ . . ... .• . . . , • - . Corduroy Slack Sets 100% cotton, flannel lined. g5B Infant sizes 12-18-24 mos. wr every do . • : ix \ •cs*" 40‘ Hills Is The Place For Kids! Hills has one of the biggest selections of children's fashions you'll find anywhere. Here are a few examples for Infants & Toddlers • I 1 We're Exceptional. Every Day. URIC 1984.85 Season Much Ado About Nothing By William Shakespeare Children of a Lesser God By Mark Medoff • The Beaux Stratagem By George Farquhar A History of The American Film Book and Lyrics by Christopher Durang Music by Mel Marvin Call the Subscriber's Hotline at 865.1884 Fifth of July By Lanford Wilson
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