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 and each other in eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.

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Willisbrook Preserve | Malvern, PA
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Saunders Woods Preserve | Gladwyne, PA
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Bryn Coed Preserve | Chester Springs, PA
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Saunders Woods Preserve | Gladwyne, PA
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Stroud Preserve | West Chester, 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.

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Tulip Tree – The Tree of Many Names

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skunk cabbage – hot and stinky

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Discovering Natural Lands with Bella at Saunders Woods Preserve

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eastern redbuds: harbingers of spring

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Natural Lands magazine – spring/summer 2025.

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Nature needs you.
Your support is essential.