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Illinois
Preserving the Prairie State
First time since 1943, Illinois River waters have overtopped the Thompson Levee. How do places like Emiquon reduce flooding?
Protecting Illinois for People and Nature
The Nature Conservancy in Illinois works with partners across the state to protect nature and preserve life. See what we're doing in the Prairie State!
What's Happening in Illinois?
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Get Wild, Go Native!
Interested in native gardening? See gardens from across the Midwest and get monthly tips in our Get Wild, Go Native! feature.
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June Natural Events
See what is happening in the natural world this month for you and your family to explore!
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Meet the LEAF Interns!
Read about the 2013 Leaders in Environmental Action for the Future (LEAF) interns who will be working on our preserves this summer.
Latest Photos
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25 Years of Transformation
See how the Conservancy's Nachusa Grasslands has transformed during its 25-year history.
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Lake Festival & Grand Opening
View this slideshow of images from Emiquon's Lake Festival and Grand Opening of the visitor use amenities.
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A Tale of Two Rivers
Learn how American Conservancy scientists are working with their counterparts in China to solve similar problems along the Mississippi and Yangtze rivers.
Latest Videos
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Nature Works in Illinois
From the natural areas used for recreation and volunteering to clean drinking water, nature makes lives better in Illinois.
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Innovative Conservation
Watch our Aquatic Ecologist Maria Lemke explain how we're improving water quality in the Mackinaw River watershed.
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Aquatic Invasive Species
Watch our State Director Leslee Spraggins and other experts explain the threat of aquatic invasive species to the Great Lakes.
Recent Press
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