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Kentucky Headlines

Earth Day 2014

Food. Music. Nature. That’s what is in store on April 22nd for The Nature Conservancy of Kentucky’s Earth Day celebration. Come and join us for lunch!

Green River Summit

This slideshow captures a few snapshots from the productive and collaborative gathering of stakeholders having an interest in the Green River’s long-term health. The event generated ideas and relationships certain to benefit people and wildlife throughout the watershed.

Magical Migration

In March, the Conservancy’s Kentucky’s Director of Philanthropy, Cadell Walker, enjoyed an opportunity of a lifetime – witnessing the annual Sandhill Crane migration at Nebraska’s Platte River. She captures the experience in the latest edition of our blog.

Latest Photos

Big Rivers Slideshow

Why would we acquire 4,241 acres connecting Western Kentucky's big rivers (the largest land acquisition during The Nature Conservancy of Kentucky’s 38-year history)? This slideshow tells the story.

LEAF Interns Visit Toyota

Our LEAF interns encountered bee hives and bat boxes instead of buildings and cubicles during their visit to Toyota Motors' manufacturing plant in Georgetown. Check it out!