United States

Kentucky

Learn about our statewide conservation work.

Aerial view looking straight down on a river winding through a thick green forest.
Western Kentucky stream A stream snakes through a western Kentucky bottomland hardwood forest © Mike Wilkinson

Make a Difference in Kentucky

From the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in the east to the fertile Mississippi River Basin in the west, nature matters to Kentuckians. By supporting our work, you can help ensure a future in which nature and people can thrive.

Our Strategic Priorities

Delivering meaningful solutions for people and nature locally and making significant contributions to TNC’s 2030 goals.

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2023 Fall/Winter Field Notes Newsletter

Learn all about the Fern Lake acquisition, our Louisville conservation projects, and the results from our wetland restoration study!

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See the Places We Protect in Your Community

From rivers and wetlands to forests and prairies, TNC is protecting some of Kentucky's most beautiful and biodiverse areas. Learn more about our preserves and plan your visit today!

EXPLORE OUR PRESERVES
Autumnal foliage at Robinson Forest in Kentucky.
People enjoy a natural stream in the mountains of Kentucky.
Trees open up to rolling hills in Kentucky.
Sunset over Kentucky is reflected on a waterway below.
An aerial view of western Kentucky shows forest and farmland leading up to the Mississippi River.