Ridge and Valley Conservancy

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Ridge and Valley Conservancy Ridge and Valley Conservancy is now TLCNJ's Ridge and Valley Region! Learn more: tr.ee/nTgkTo

Ridge and Valley Conservancy is an accredited, non-profit land trust formed in 1992, working towards preserving a region that is abundant in natural beauty and biodiversity protected for the future. We serve the public interest by protecting open space for ecological, recreational, aesthetic, agricultural and cultural purposes. The Conservancy acquires important lands and easements by purchase or donation, manages land for the benefit of nature and the public, assists in the stewardship of public lands, and advises landowners as to ecologically sound land management

• Our efforts positively impact your air and water quality, enhance sensitive ecosystems, and provide critical wildlife habitat.
• We have protected and currently steward more than 2,500 acres of preserved lands, many of which offer public access for passive recreation, including hiking, nature study, and photography.
• We help landowners identify the best preservation options for their land.
• We educate the public about the importance of open space, provide opportunities to volunteer, and offer educational programs and events.
• RVC partners with local governments, other organizations, and landowners to facilitate preservation.

🎟 LAST CALL! Planning to join us next Thursday at our Ridgetop Circle fundraiser? Now's the time to get your tickets - o...
09/28/2026

🎟 LAST CALL! Planning to join us next Thursday at our Ridgetop Circle fundraiser? Now's the time to get your tickets - on sale now through Wednesday at midnight.

🎵 Join us for live music, great plant-based food, and a very big announcement about the future of our organization and our conservation work in northwest New Jersey.

🌻 We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Get your tickets here (discount available for RVC volunteers): https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/V0QQMNNVP4KNDT8nuYOy8w?t=1781110059

🌞 We had an incredible time (and beautiful weather) this past Saturday at our Women and Their Woods workshop! 🌳 The morn...
09/16/2026

🌞 We had an incredible time (and beautiful weather) this past Saturday at our Women and Their Woods workshop!

🌳 The morning started off with a presentation from trustee & ecologist Sharon Wander on "How to Be a Friend to Your Forest." Attendees then enjoyed a hike with WATW chairwoman Chris Hepburn, who shared the many ways she's been encouraging native plants and conquering invasives on her property, followed by a delicious plant-based lunch.

🌎 We loved hearing the many ways these women are supporting our local ecosystem and all of the reasons they care about the woods. (Special thanks to Sarah for sharing her pawpaw seeds!)

Want to be a part of this program? Email [email protected] to be added to the Women and Their Woods Book Club group, and stay tuned for dates for next year's weekend retreat.

🦅 Join us on Saturday, September 19 at 9AM at Dark Moon Preserve to learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, gain...
09/10/2026

🦅 Join us on Saturday, September 19 at 9AM at Dark Moon Preserve to learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, gain insight into their behaviors, and discover why Dark Moon is such an important refuge for wildlife!

🐦This walk is perfect for beginners and experienced birders alike. It is recommended that you download the app Merlin to your phone before the walk, as we will learn how to use it to enhance your birding experience.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes, apply tick spray, and dress for the weather. Binoculars are recommended if you have them. Children age 10 and older are welcome to join with a parent. Please leave your pups at home for this hike!

Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/C1tMJWARCVTR1zPnTXV_3A?t=1782836591

09/01/2026

Ridge & Valley Conservancy’s limited deer management hunting program at select preserves is currently full for this season.

Reminder: Only RVC permit holders may hunt on our preserves. No one else is authorized to hunt on RVC land under any circumstances.

08/27/2026

📣 We'll be back at Rutherfurd Hall on 10/8 for this year's Ridgetop Circle fundraiser! We hope to see you there for a great time, good eats, music by Wilma the band, and an important announcement about our conservation work.

Tickets available here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/V0QQMNNVP4KNDT8nuYOy8w?t=1781110059

📽 2023 Ridgetop Circle video credit: Matt Michaud

Courtesy post: Molly has been missing and was last seen near Sunset Lake Road, on the corner of Butler Road, in Hardwick...
08/21/2026

Courtesy post: Molly has been missing and was last seen near Sunset Lake Road, on the corner of Butler Road, in Hardwick, NJ, not too far from RVC's Sunset Ridge Preserve. Call or text if you have any information.

👭 Women and Their Woods registration is open! 🥾 Join us on September 12 in Hardwick for an indoor-outdoor morning for wo...
08/13/2026

👭 Women and Their Woods registration is open!

🥾 Join us on September 12 in Hardwick for an indoor-outdoor morning for women landowners and/or nature lovers to learn practical ways to encourage native plants, manage invasive species, and support wildlife habitat.

🍃 The program includes a short presentation, guided walk, lunch, and time to connect with others who care for woods and forests. Coffee, light refreshments & lunch included.

Register at the link in the comments!

08/04/2026

Preserved land ensures that little ones like these have the space they need to roam and thrive! 🐻

In an increasingly fractured environment wildlife corridors have become a necessity, helping animals move safely between habitats. 🌲

Bobcats can have home ranges (the area in which they live and move throughout) up to 78 square miles! Maintaining tracks of undeveloped land helps connect habitat for animals to move between. 🐾

Each of these clips was captured on private property adjacent to RVC preserves, demonstrating how these animals will thrive when they have preserved, undeveloped land to move through safely! 🌎

Join us on Thursday, August 6 at 9AM at Dark Moon Preserve to learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, gain insig...
07/28/2026

Join us on Thursday, August 6 at 9AM at Dark Moon Preserve to learn how to identify birds by sight and sound, gain insight into their behaviors, and discover why Dark Moon is such an important refuge for wildlife!

This walk is perfect for beginners and experienced birders alike. It is recommended that you download the app Merlin to your phone before the walk, as we will learn how to use it to enhance your birding experience.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes, apply tick spray, and dress for the weather. Binoculars are recommended if you have them. Children age 10 and older are welcome to join with a parent. Please leave your pups at home for this hike!

https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/JfENH5bRUImQwt9XWxBLSA

Take a look at our mid-season blooms at Dark Moon and Gnome Hollow Preserves! While they are eye-catching, they also ser...
07/22/2026

Take a look at our mid-season blooms at Dark Moon and Gnome Hollow Preserves! While they are eye-catching, they also serve an important purpose beyond just aesthetics. 🌸

The Pocket Meadow at Dark Moon Preserve is an oasis of native plants, designed to support pollinators and the local ecosystem as a whole. This year alone, we added 800 new plants to the meadow. These plants act as seed sources to enrich the larger meadows at Dark Moon Preserve and beyond.

The meadow holds a diverse range of nectar and host plants that support all stages of pollinator life cycles. Read on to learn more about pollinators and their importance! 🐝

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145 Spring Street, Suite D
Newton, NJ
07860

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