We are seeking your comments! Sourland Conservancy and the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum are applying to the State of New Jersey Green Acres Program for a grant to help fund the acquisition of the True Farmstead, at 183 Hollow Road, Skillman, NJ, as a historical, natural, and recreational resource. We want to hear your comments about this project! Please click the link below and complete a very brief survey.

Join us!

Your help ensures the protection, promotion, and preservation of the unique character of the Sourland Mountain region – a refuge of natural and cultural diversity.

 

The 90-square-mile Sourland region is home to the largest contiguous forest in Central New Jersey.  It encompasses a complex ecosystem of forest, wetlands and grasslands.  Its mosaic of habitats is home to an incredibly rich diversity of animal and plant species, many rare or endangered.

 

Learn about our work and how you can make a difference.

 

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Message from Laurie

Executive Director, Laurie Cleveland, shares an important message about the Mountain’s unique resources – and the steps we can all take to help strengthen and preserve this special place.

Actions you can take today

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Become a member

It’s never been a better time to join the Sourland Conservancy! Your donation helps to plan and coordinate restoration projects, create educational materials and more!

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Learn about Native Plants

There is something each of us can do: reduce lawn size; plant native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses at home; reduce the use of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Learn more here

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The Sourland Mountain Fest

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW! July 15, 2023, from 3:00–8:30 PM. We are (and hope you are too!) looking forward the 2023 Festival at Unionville Vineyards. Learn More here

Featured videos

SSAAM: An American Story

Winter Birding with Juanita Hummel

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