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connecting people to the outdoors

Nature is magical. Few other things have the same power to inspire, heal, connect, and nurture us.

And that’s not just our opinion. Scientists have proven that spending time in nature improves our physical and mental health, relieves stress, and brings us together.

That’s why we’re committed to creating opportunities for joy and discovery in the outdoors for everyone. In other words… “nature for all.”

A feild of green grass boarded by a dark green forest on a sunny day. Overhead is a blue sky and fluffy clouds.

nature next door

Access to the great outdoors, close to home. Our nature preserves are there for everyone... and always free.

find a place

A volunteer kneels on the ground next to a tree sapling. Other volunteers work behind him.

force of nature

A growing force of skilled, determined volunteers caring for nature and inspiring others.

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Two young children hold hands as they walk up a grass path in a green field with a blue sky.

child's play

Kids these days! They aren’t spending as much time outdoors as they should. From nature playgrounds to events for children, we're making space for kids to be kids.

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A group of Coatesville residents and volunteers gather for ribbon cutting for the playground at Patton Park.

greener neighborhoods

Nature can be found in everyone’s neighborhood. But not everyone’s neighborhood is as green as it could be.

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A crowd of people sitting on haybales outdoors in the evening smile and talk.

use your outdoor voice

Grown ups need to play and explore, too. That's why we host a wide variety of fun and informative events.

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Children stand in the water holding nets next to a forest.

powered by nature

Want to have class outside? That's what students in Pottstown are doing thanks to this innovative new program.

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Photo: Bob Steininger

youth environmental stewardship

Creating the next generation of land stewards, offering real-world work experience, and changing the trajectory of lives.

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Photo: John Schnobrich

outdoors online

Explore nature remotely with a myriad of fresh, flexible, and fun online content for the whole family.

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Two people high five in outdoors while the sun sets in the background.

find yourself outside challenge

Are you up to the challenge? Explore all 20 of our featured preserves and Stoneleigh: a natural garden, and collect all the code words to receive a Natural Lands “Find Yourself Outside” t-shirt.

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