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New Jersey

Protecting the Lands and Waters of the Garden State

A black and white bird flies above the water.
Black Skimmer The black skimmer is a unique seabird known for its distinctive feeding method and striking appearance. © Harry Collins Photography

Make a Difference in New Jersey

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The Economic Benefits of New Jersey's Nature

  • Workers.

    143,000

    Jobs supported across the state

  • $17.2 B

    Lands

    Public parks and lands in New Jersey are worth $17.2 billion

  • Bird.

    $18.9 B

    Outdoor recreation spending brings in $18.9 billion annually

  • Money.

    $1.2 B

    Tax Revenue from outdoor recreation is $1.2 billion annually

Aerial view of a river and forest.
The Paulins Kill River To safeguard precious water resources, we are working to restore our local rivers, streams, headwaters and floodplains. © Bill Amos

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.

Two bobcats crossing a roadway.

Habitat Connectivity and Wildlife in the Northeast

Habitat connectivity keeps wildlife healthy and drivers safe by linking natural areas with crossings for animals.

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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 they can thrive.

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Two red cardinals sharing a berry.

Lessons In Love From Nature

New Jersey's wildlife have a thing or two to teach us about romance.

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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

Pine warbler perched in a budding red maple tree.

New Jersey Seasonal Natural Events

Our nature preserves in New Jersey change with the seasons. Here's what you can see right now.

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 tiger shark swims toward the camera.

Sharks of New Jersey

New Jersey’s back bays and coastal salt marshes are some of the state’s most productive habitat and act as nurseries for everyone’s favorite apex predator, sharks!

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