The Land Conservancy of New Jersey

Since 1981, The Land Conservancy of New Jersey has evolved from an all volunteer organization to a state leader in land preservation. During the past 27 years our members have been the driving force in ensuring our success. Thanks to their support, the Conservancy has preserved over 15,000 acres and helped towns secure more than $180 million in county, state, and federal grants for their land conservation projects. We have worked with 76 municipalities in 13 counties, benefiting millions of residents throughout the state.

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What's New

Green Acres and Farmland Preservation Bond Act
Approved by Legislature!

On June 25, the state legislature voted with strong bipartisan support to give New Jersey voters the opportunity to approve a $400 million bond act to continue Green Acres farmland and historic preservation programs in November. Next, Governor Corzine must sign the legislation. To ensure this bond act is placed on the November ballot, please call, write or email the Governor and tell him to sign the Green Acres and Farmland Preservation Bond Act.

Office of the Governor
PO Box 001
Trenton, NJ 08625

609-292-6000

email Governor Corzine

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COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU...

Conservancy's New PSA Will be Playing at AMC Theaters in Rockaway and East Hanover Throughout the Summer. Check Us Out!

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184-Acre Koehler Property Preserved!

The Land Conservancy of New Jersey partnered with Boonton Township, Kinnelon Borough, and Rockaway Township to complete the purchase of the 184 acre Koehler Pond Property. This property is adjacent to more than 8000 acres of public land in the Farny Highlands including Buck Mountain State Park and Jersey City watershed lands. This is the third conservation property that The Land Conservancy has purchased from the Koehler family. The first two properties, totaling 587 acres, were located in Rockaway Township and were added to the Wildcat Ridge Wildlife Management Area in 2005.

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Conservancy’s ‘Highlands Hawks’ Team
Places 10th at World Series of Birding

Our World Series of Birding team, the ‘Highlands Hawks’ put their skills to the test at the 26th Annual World Series of Birding event on May 9th. They combed the state with one thing in mind; identifying as many species of birds as possible in a 24-hour period. Thanks to team members Alan Boyd from Roxbury, Roger Johnson of Parsippany and the Conservancy’s Stewardship Manager, Dennis Briede of Blairstown, the team Captain for their “tireless” work. The team placed 10th out of 68 teams, spotting and identifying 170 birds!

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Conservancy and Whole Foods Market Team-up for the Environment

Exemplifying their commitment to caring about their communities and the environment, Whole Foods generously donated 5% of the April 7th net sales from its Millburn-Union Store to the Conservancy.

Thanks to the many people who stopped by our table to talk to Conservancy Staff and Board members.

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The Conservancy Applies for Land Trust Accreditation

The Land Conservancy of New Jersey is pleased to announce that we have submitted our application to receive Land Trust Accreditation through the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance. The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for permanently protecting important natural places and working agricultural lands.

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Student Internship Available

The Conservancy is looking for an intern to assist in the completion of municipal Open Space and Recreation Plans, Trail Plans, and Farmland Preservation Plans. Work will take place primarily in the office, with limited fieldwork.

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Conservancy Changes its Name

Morris Land Conservancy changed its name to The Land Conservancy of New Jersey on September 24, 2008 to better reflect the scope of our work.

Along with our name change we will be making exciting new changes to our website. Please check back soon for the latest news.