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Protecting the Lands and Waters of the Garden State

Aerial view of a winding river.
Delaware River The site of the former Columbia Dam. © Bill Amos

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Our Priorities

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters on which all life depends, and for more than 60 years, we’ve been working in New Jersey to do just that.

Event: Mindful Birding 2025

October 25, 2025 | 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM

This year’s Birdability Week will take place all week long from October 20-26. You can also sign up to join us for an inclusive, guided birding outing and nature preserve tour.

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Birding Hot Spot Migratory and year-round songbirds, raptors, waterfowl and more can be seen throughout the South Cape May Meadows Preserve. © Lily Mullock/TNC
Water-level view of the Paulins Kill River's flowing waters post dam removal. Remnants of the old concrete dam are visible along the river's banks.

Removing Dams and Reconnecting Rivers

To build healthy, resilient rivers and streams, we are removing outdated dams and restoring floodplains in New Jersey.

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Restoring the Paulins Kill River

To safeguard precious water resources, we are working to restore our local rivers, streams, headwaters and floodplains.

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Aerial view of the winding Delaware River amidst a green, forested landscape.

Our Preserves in New Jersey

In addition to providing much-needed habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, our nature preserves in New Jersey are top-rated visitor destinations. Whether you're looking to explore pristine forests, go birding alongside freshwater marshes or conquer a mountain, our preserves have you covered.

Explore Our Preserves
Views of New York City from a mountain summit.
Adult bobcat on a rock.
Aerial view of the Maurice River and its surrounding wetlands.
Wildflowers growing in a field.

Latest News

Nesting oystercatcher with a chick.

Cape May Piping Plover and Least Tern Protection

At the South Cape May Meadows Preserve, TNC is using innovative science and a little creativity to improve survival odds for endangered migratory shorebirds.

Two bobcat kittens hang on to a log against a bright green background.

Endangered Species in New Jersey

TNC-protected lands and waters provide a haven for some of New Jersey's most endangered species.

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Top 10 New Jersey Adventures

Connecting to nature is as important as protecting nature. Here are 10 ways to connect to nature at our preserves across New Jersey.

A bobcat on a hill looking forward

Building Bobcat Alley

To survive in New Jersey, bobcats need land to roam. The Nature Conservancy is working to protect critical habitat for these beautiful cats. We call it "Bobcat Alley," and it's a place where they can thrive.

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