Working to preserve, steward and connect people
to the land in northern Chester County since 1967.
Over 13,700 Acres Preserved
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For over 50 years, French & Pickering has been a leader in preserving northern Chester County’s natural resources and cherished landscapes. Your support means we can continue to protect our land and water, together.
Our Work
French & Pickering works collaboratively with individual landowners, local and state governments, and other conservation organizations to ensure the preservation of the French and Pickering Creeks watersheds, which contain some of the most scenic lands in Pennsylvania.
Annual Auction
Each fall, we host our Annual Auction Party to support land preservation efforts across Chester County. This year’s event will feature an in-person and online auction. Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7, 2026! Join us for a night of bidding, great food, and even better company, then hop on your computer to bid virtually on a variety of exciting experiences and unique items.
Upcoming Events
French & Pickering hosts in-person and online events including monthly, free guided hikes and nature-focused lectures. Each June, hundreds participate in the French Creek Iron Tour, a cycling event for all levels. Each November, our community comes together for our Annual Auction.
Explore our Nature Preserves
French & Pickering’s nature preserves protect some of northern Chester County’s most beautiful and ecologically important landscapes. Visit today to explore woodland trails, experience thriving wildlife habitat, and connect with the land we’re preserving for future generations.
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Connect with nature and build community!
French & Pickering is the only conservation organization solely focused on beautiful northern Chester County. Your gift to French & Pickering directly supports the conservation of natural resources and green spaces in our region. A gift today protects habitat and keeps the community healthier, happier and preserved in perpetuity.
The Latest at French & Pickering
34 Acres Preserved Forever in North Coventry Township
Devault, Pa., July 1, 2026 — French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust finalized two voluntary conservation easements on Monday, June 30, 2026, to permanently protect 34.9 acres in North Coventry Township. This newly preserved land is comprised of the 15.1-acre…
Open Space Preservation in Chester County
Devault, Pa., July 1, 2026 – Chester County is at a crossroads. For nearly four decades, the County built a nationally recognized legacy of smart land use, vibrant boroughs, and strong environmental stewardship. With broad public support, the County partnered…
18 Acres Preserved Forever in Charlestown Township
French & Pickering Receives $100,000 in Funding from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for Lawn Conversions and Tree Plantings on Preserved Lands
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