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Susquehanna River A view of the Susquehanna River from North Bend, Pennsylvania. © Nicholas Tonelli

2024 Controlled Burn Season

Controlled burning season is underway in Pennsylvania through May 31st. Controlled burning encourages the growth of native vegetation, increases biodiversity and minimizes the spread of invasive species, and recycles nutrients back into the soil. Learn more about the benefits of fire. Learn more about how the use of fire benefits nature.

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Preserving Nature in Pennsylvania

For decades, TNC has worked within Pennsylvania to protect the rivers, forests, farms, and iconic nature in the Commonwealth. We continue to pursue strategies that will help ensure the vitality of Pennsylvania's people, places and wildlife for generations to come.

Stories in Pennsylvania

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Chasing the Shade: Expanding Philadelphia’s Urban Tree Canopy

With a lack of trees and green spaces, South Philadelphia is one of the hottest neighborhoods in the city. $12 million from the Inflation Reduction Act aims to equitably expand its urban tree canopy.

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Women in Conservation

Representation matters for women, for conservation, and for our future. Meet a few of the incredible women who are working in PA with TNC.

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Best Birding Locations in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania offers some of the best places for birding in the country. Learn about sites across both PA and DE to see unique birds.

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Protecting Freshwater in Pennsylvania & Delaware

In Pennsylvania and Delaware, TNC partners with state and federal agencies, community organizations, farmers, private landowners and other environmental partners in order to improve water quality.

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More from Pennsylvania

Learn more about our team and TNC's work across Pennsylvania

Our Staff: Experts in Action

Meet some of the people who are working to create lasting solutions in Pennsylvania and around the world.

Contact Us

Contact our team of 50+ staff members dedicated to making a difference in Pennsylvania.

Volunteer With Us

There is more than one way to volunteer for TNC in Pennsylvania. Find upcoming events and ongoing volunteer opportunities.

Latest Newsletter

Download our latest newsletter featured in the Summer 2024 Nature Conservancy magazine.

Keep Learning

Explore our publications and watch highlights from our presentations and webinars.

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Goldfinch A Goldfinch at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge © Deb Felmey

Conservation Update

PA/DE 2023 Impact Report

2023 was an important year for conservation. Explore some of our projects, events and conservation wins that took place.

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A view of mountain tops stretching across the horizon covered in green and orange trees.
West Branch Forest Preserve The vista from The Nature Conservancy's West Branch Forest Preserve in Pennsylvania. © George C. Gress

Places We Protect

Places We Protect

From dense forests to flowing rivers, explore our nature preserves across the state of Pennsylvania.

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A river flowing surrounded by lush greenery.
Muncy Creek Muncy Creek in Lycoming Co is a part of the Susquehanna River drainage basin and flows into the Chesapeake Bay. © Nicholas Tonelli