land for life. nature for all.

Natural Lands is a non-profit organization that saves open space, cares for nature, and connects people to the outdoors in eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.

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Bryn Coed Preserve | Chester Springs, PA
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Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary | Easton, PA
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Glades Wildlife Refuge | Newport, NJ
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Bryn Coed Preserve | West Chester, PA
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Stoneleigh: a natural garden | Villanova, PA
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Green Hills Preserve | Mohnton, PA
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Gwynedd Preserve | North Wales, PA
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Stroud Preserve | West Chester, PA
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Hildacy Preserve | Media, PA
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Binky Lee Preserve | Chester Springs, PA

preserving and nurturing nature’s wonders

Creating opportunities for joy and discovery
in nature for everyone.

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save open space

Protecting open space from development and helping communities preserve more of their land.

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care for nature

Stewarding natural resources on our properties and sharing what we learn with others.

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connect people to the outdoors

Creating opportunities for people to connect with and learn from nature.

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Our 40+ nature preserves and one public garden are open year-round. And free to visit.

That’s more than 23,000 acres and 122 miles of trails and pathways. Your outdoor adventures await!

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We have the cause. You have the effect.

volunteer events

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Volunteer Day at Mariton

Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary

October 16, 2025|9:00 am - 11:30 am

Volunteer – Give Back to Nature

Hildacy Preserve

October 18, 2025|9:00 am - 11:30 am

latest news

Preserving 154 Acres of Forest Along the Kittatinny Ridge

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Victoria B. Mars Joins Natural Lands Board of Trustees

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Bear Creek Preserve Expands by 53 Acres

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Accessible Trail at Sadsbury Woods Completed

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Natural Lands magazine – spring/summer 2025.

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Nature needs you.
Your support is essential.