make a date with nature
With 23,000+ acres of land across two states and 13 counties, there’s a lot to explore.
find yourself outside
From yoga to bird walks to volunteering, we offer events year-round.
why protecting land matters
Every acre we save cleans and cools the air we breathe, soaks up floodwaters, provides wildlife with habitat, filters the water we drink, and brings humans improved health and joy.
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More than ever, “forever” depends on what we do today. Together we can make a difference.
natives are nice
Native plants feed native insects, which are the foundation of life on this planet. Every yard, garden, and patio pot needs more natives.
Event is cancelled. Please connect with us on another outdoor adventure. Natural Lands’ diverse habitats sustain a variety of avian species. We’ll look for migratory […]
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in nurturing nature. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! […]
Love nature and want to lend her a helping hand? Grab gloves and join fellow volunteers in nurturing nature. Good fun (and dirt) is guaranteed! […]
This event is full. Please join us for a future event. Be part of a transformative reforestation effort at one of our most beloved preserves. […]
Enjoy dazzling displays of native plants, stately trees, and historical landscapes by the Olmsted Brothers that have been thoughtfully reimagined into a beautiful and biodiverse […]
This event is sold out. Please join us for a future event! Join members of the Chesmont Astronomical Society for an evening of skywatching in […]
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.
get startedRock, roots, and rhythm. No matter what the style, music is better with nature as the backdrop.
So get your groove on this year with Natural Lands at these amazing events!
join usEast Branch Brewing Company will be pouring suds on select Saturdays. Enjoy refreshments with a take-your-breath-away view.
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