NextGen Council
Our region’s future conservation leaders and advocates raise awareness of Natural Lands throughout the region and promote opportunities for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to get involved in our work.
now accepting applications
Natural Lands’ NextGen Council is accepting applications for new council members now through August 2, 2026. Candidate interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis through September. All candidates will be notified of the status of their application at the end of October.
We anticipate receiving many more applications from highly qualified candidates than we are able to accept, but we welcome your application and will review all submissions. Thank you for your interest.
who we are and what we do
We are folks in our 20s, 30s, and 40s who advise Natural Lands on ways to advance its mission with younger and more diverse constituents, keeping the next generation top of mind.
we spread the word
By helping evolve projects, programs, and events that build bridges between nature and younger audiences
we foster connections
With populations in our region that have experienced inequitable access to nature and encourage meaningful outdoor experiences
we grow and learn
As we participate in valuable leadership and networking opportunities for younger community members interested in the outdoors and conservation
meet our current members
NextGen Councilnow accepting applications
Natural Lands’ NextGen Council is accepting applications for new council members now through August 2, 2026. Candidate interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis through September. All candidates will be notified of the status of their application at the end of October.
We anticipate receiving many more applications from highly qualified candidates than we are able to accept, but we welcome your application and will review all submissions. Thank you for your interest.
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