Become a Member

Thank you for considering membership with Nature Foundation! You are joining a passionate group of individuals and organisations who are totally committed to preventing further native species loss.

Research from around the world is demonstrating that effective protected area management delivers positive outcomes for biodiversity, safeguarding it for future generations. Nature Foundation’s private nature reserves comprise almost 43% of all private protected areas in South Australia and 15% nationally.

We work closely with universities, Traditional Custodians, government departments, business from all sectors, community groups, schools, landholders and volunteers to achieve the best outcomes for restoring and protecting habitat. Your support enables us to protect more of the plants, animals and landscapes of South Australia and beyond.

Nature Foundation represents its members and supporters nationally via the Australian Land Conservation Alliance (ALCA), an organisation working across diverse landscapes, united by the vision of a future where nature thrives Australia‐wide. In South Australia we work closely with the SA Nature Alliance (SANA). Our members play an important role in lending their voice towards important conservation causes.

Together we can all ensure that Australia’s unique biodiversity, landscapes and waters will be there for future generations to delight in. Do something significant for nature today and become a Nature Foundation member!

As a valued member of Nature Foundation you’ll receive:

• Priority option to receive postal updates. We prefer to send information digitally where we can, however membership fees support administrative costs and allow us to post you key updates if you prefer them over email.
• Periodic offers and discounts; 2026 member offers include discounts for State Flora nursery, Cleland Wildlife Park and Bec Hardy Wines.
• The opportunity to visit and stay at Hiltaba and Witchelina Nature Reserves during our visitation season (1 April – 31 October), is now a Nature Foundation member-only benefit. Your Member ID is required during the booking process to verify your membership, or new members can join during the visitor booking process.
• Member only events and opportunities, with most events offering free attendance for members.
• Our Nature Matters magazine (two to three editions per year, with option for printed copies) and regular e-news updates.
• Our annual Impact Report (with option for printed copy).
• Special member pricing on our 2026 Nature Calendar—$20 rather than RRP$30.
• Voting rights for and invitation to the AGM, held towards the end of each year.

Most importantly, you will be supporting our conservation work and wildlife research that makes a real difference to biodiversity in South Australia and beyond, and be part of our dedicated community, with opportunities to meet other like-minded people passionate about nature.

Membership Fees

Nature Foundation annual membership follows the calendar year (1 January–31 December), with members joining throughout the year paying pro-rated fees for their initial period, with renewal on 31 December for the following full calendar year.

For your convenience, in Q4 we also offer the option to join for the remainder of the current year, and the whole of the following year to streamline the renewal process. Simply select this option from the form below between 1 October–31 December.

Lifetime membership

We also offer Lifetime membership

• Lifetime – Individual: $1,500
• Lifetime – Couple: $2,400

Individuals and couples can join Nature Foundation, donate funds, land, offer in-kind support or volunteer time, or consider making a bequest to ensure a legacy beyond your lifetime.

Organisations can become corporate members or partners with us by providing sponsorship for one of our programs, from on-the-ground projects, to events, research grants, scholarships and Kids on Country programs. Once your organisation has joined, we will get in touch to discuss your sponsorship further.

If you are interested in becoming a member please complete the below online application, or contact Nature Foundation on 08 8340 2880 or members@naturefoundation.org.au with any queries.

Member ID

Nature Foundation members are provided with a unique Member ID that can be used to verify membership when redeeming some member offers, and is required to verify membership when booking to visit and stay at Hiltaba and Witchelina. 

Please note: When joining via the form below, it may take 24-48 hours to receive and sync your new Member ID with our booking system.

You can also join as a new Nature Foundation member during the online visitor booking process, and your new Member ID will be sent to you after your booking, for use with future bookings and offers.

Please contact [email protected] with any queries.

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