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Mississippi
How We Work
About Us
Since the 1970s, the Conservancy has partnered with agencies, businesses and individuals to help protect and improve Mississippi's land and water areas for residents and visitors alike. We are honored to work on behalf of all Mississippians to make our state a better and healthier place to live today, and for future generations, solving short- and long-term challenges, contributing to healthy communities and a robust economy.
Hot topic: Delta Developments
Hot topic: Prescribed Fires
Recently, our science staff gathered to share some of their successes. Check out their science posters:
- Buttahatchie River Streambank Restoration
- Preserving the Pascagoula
- Salt Marsh Topminnow
- Camp Shelby Conservation Programs
- Gopher Frog Translocation Project
Check out how citizens contribute to our science-based work.
Success stories
- Restoring oyster reefs to help protect shorelines
- Reforesting Delta-area habitats
- Conserving forests and swamps along the Pascagoula River
- Conserving rare species on Camp Shelby
- Demonstrating successful streambank restoration
- Removing invasive species
- Protecting unique habitats
Restoration of oyster reefs helps protect shorelines from storms.
Restoring streambanks improves water quality, habitats and land values.
Forests, wetlands and other natural areas have been preserved along the Pascagoula River.
Plants and Animals of Interest
Eastern Coachwhip
These Camp Shelby residents are monitored by Conservancy staff.
Mississippi Sandhill Cranes
Conservancy staff are working to increase habitat for these endangered birds.
Freshwater Mussels
The sheepnose mussel lives in the Big Sunflower River.
Gulf of Mexico
Coastal Preserves
In 2010, an additional 650 acres were added to 30,000 acres already protected by the Secretary of State's office and Department of Marine Resources. More acreage was added in 2011, thanks to $1 million from the Secretary of State's office.
Camp Shelby
Conserving rare plants and animals, removing invasive species and increasing 'buffer' acreage are helping improve this area near Hattiesburg. Learn more
Great Rivers Project
Conservancy staff are partnering with individuals and organizations along the Mississippi River to improve water quality, combat habitat loss and reduce incompatible land use. Explore Now
Fall is Heating Up
Fire is an important component of many habitats in Mississippi and elsewhere. Find out why.
Mississippi Delta
Work in the Delta region is improving habitat for Louisiana Black Bears living in Mississippi. Click here
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