100 Square Miles Protected. We Did It Together.
KNLT wrapped up our 30th year closing two important land projects in Pulaski and Letcher counties. The projects take us over 64,000 acres safeguarded – 100 square miles of wildlands protected!
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Together We're Connecting Landscapes + People
In our 30th year, KNLT is just 200 acres away from protecting a total of 64,000 acres, or 100 square miles. Your year-end donation today will ensure we have the funds to reach this mountainous milestone and will position KNLT to continue to grow our conservation movement. Read More.
KNLT's New Logo Takes Flight
After 30 years Kentucky Natural Lands Trust is refreshing our brand with a new logo. Read more.
KNLT Establishes Limestone Gap Preserve on Pine Mountain
Kentucky Natural Lands Trust is proud to announce the establishment of the Limestone Gap Preserve, a 204-acre preserve on the north face of Pine Mountain safeguarding the viewshed of the City of Pineville. Read more>>
Wildlands Inspire: Lina Tharsing Spotlight
Read Lina Tharsing’s guest blog about her connection to nature, her thoughts on KNLT, and her process for creating the special art piece for our midyear appeal. Read more.
KNLT Artists' Retreat 2024
KNLT held our annual artists' retreat in 2024, hosting a new group of artists for an immersive experiential weekend of learning in the wildlands of Central Appalachia. Read more
Newly Protected Wildlands Expand Salt Trace Gap Preserve
KNLT is proud to announce a new tract of protected wildlands on Pine Mountain in Harlan County: the 290-acre Robert and Cora Carmical Addition. Read more.
Reflection on Connectedness
KNLT Executive Director Greg Abernathy reflects on the importance of connectedness to sustaining all life and to fostering a conservation movement.
Hurricane Gap Doubles in Size with Wilder Addition
KNLT is protecting more wildlands on Pine Mountain with the 402 acre Karen Wilder Addition in Letcher County. Read more.
Wildlands Legacy Society
Learn more about our planned giving program and find out how you can ensure our work continues for generations to come. Read More >>
Our Work
KNLT works to safeguard biodiverse
and climate resilient landscapes
in ways that benefit communities.
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Wildlands Blog
Learn more about our latest conservation projects, partnerships, and events.
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