The New Jersey Association of Conservation Districts (NJACD) is a 50-year institution providing professional development and leadership programs primarily to the Soil Conservation Districts covering 21 counties in the state as well as public outreach. The Soil Conservation Districts are locally-led, government agencies that implement conservation programs in consultation and cooperation with the NJ Department of Agriculture and other State and Federal agencies and organizations. Click here to learn more about us...
Our Mission
It is our mission to conserve the natural resources of New Jersey to meet the conservation needs of its residents today and for future generations.
Upcoming Events2025 Regional Supervisors Meetings
South: April 17
Maplewood III, Vineland Central: April 22
Villa Mannino, Bordentown North: April 29
Barka, Mountain Lakes 2025 NJ Envirothon
Saturday, May 17, 2025 Burlington Soil Conservation District Columbus, NJ Click here to learn more... 2025 NCF-Envirothon
July 20 - 26, 2025 Mount Royal University Calgary, Alberta, Canada Click here to learn more... |
The 2024 NCF-Envirothon was held at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York from July 28 through August 3, 2024
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Our Vision
Our vision is to be the recognized leader in promoting and inspiring the stewardship of New Jersey’s natural resources.
What's NewMATES Team 1 wins the 2024 New Jersey Envirothon
New Jersey NRCSNational Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) eResources
The eResource is a weekly electronic newsletter that provides our conservation district members and partners the news and insights they need to stay current on all things conservation. Read more...
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June 27, 2024
NACD Blog: Cape Atlantic Conservation District is Advancing Forestry in NJ
New Jersey maintains a diversity of plant and animal species by ensuring habitat for native species and actively managing invasive species. Atlantic white-cedar stands, which are currently being restored, play a critical role in the state’s biodiversity, benefiting various plant and animal species, including several that are threatened and endangered. Despite forests being the predominant land use in New Jersey, every county is declared “urban.” Development encroaches on forested areas, leading to land conversion, fragmentation, and habitat degradation. Learn more...
NACD Blog: Cape Atlantic Conservation District is Advancing Forestry in NJ
New Jersey maintains a diversity of plant and animal species by ensuring habitat for native species and actively managing invasive species. Atlantic white-cedar stands, which are currently being restored, play a critical role in the state’s biodiversity, benefiting various plant and animal species, including several that are threatened and endangered. Despite forests being the predominant land use in New Jersey, every county is declared “urban.” Development encroaches on forested areas, leading to land conversion, fragmentation, and habitat degradation. Learn more...
Our Values
We value the natural resources of New Jersey and we value collaboration, leadership, innovation, balance and education as essential tools for sustaining the health of our environment for future generations.
Educational ProgramsAs part of the NJACD's public outreach, the Association has several educational programs geared towards youngsters. The Conservation Poster Contest engages students in grades 2-12 in environmental subjects. The New Jersey Envirothon tests high school students' environmental knowledge with current issues of the day and prepares them for careers in natural resource management. The Memorial Conservation Scholarship helps students pursue these goals as they move on to college.
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