Oregon

Spring 2012 Newsletter

Dive in for stories on fish, forests and flowers — and how you can join the fun!

Published each spring, our newsletter is a publication for members of The Nature Conservancy in Oregon. You can receive this exclusive member benefit by joining us today. 

This issue features several updates on our work to protect and restore critical habitats across Oregon — and the many ways you can make a difference. Download the print version, and explore the features below for exciting news, stunning nature photos, and even a crossword puzzle (with a hint of conservation).

Beyond the edge of land feature thumbnail OROregon coast. © Rick McEwan
Good News!

Oregon has three new marine reserves to benefit fish and coastal communities. Find Out Where

Oregon forests 215x143Forests make up 50% of our state, but many are unhealthy. To address the problem, we’re working to increase forests restoration efforts across Oregon. © Rick McEwan
Trees Spill Secrets

Scientists are studying ancient tree rings to learn the secrets of a fire-resilient forest. Learn How

China Delegation 215x143Ms. ZHANG Kejia, Media Relations Specials with The Nature Conservancy’s China Program, joined China’s forest and natural areas officials and local Conservancy ecologists on a tour of the Ashland Forest Resiliency Stewardship Project, noting how fire scars on ponderosa pine inform science-based forest restoration. © Darren Borgias
Exporting Conservation

What does Oregon send to Chinese ports? Crops and computers — and conservation advice! Read More

Red bells 215x143Red bells. © Flickr user Native Orchids via a Creative Commons license.
Hikes in Bloom

Spring wildflowers are on their way — take a hike and enjoy a preserve! Get Details

Volunteers at Willamette Confluence 215x143Work party volunteers after a day spent removing invasive English ivy from the Willamette Confluence project, Oregon. © Amy Sorano/TNC
It’s Field Season!

Our work parties, trainings and more offer ways you can lend nature a hand across Oregon. Get Involved

Jeff Clark 215x143Jeff Clark at Cascade Head Preseve, Oregon © Marci Krass
Meet Jeff Clark

Stellar volunteer and Legacy Club member works hard to restore (and share) an urban gem. Read More

Crossword puzzle 215x143Crossword puzzle. © Flickr user incurable_hippie via a Creative Commons license.
Crossword Puzzle

Try a fun puzzle with a hint of conservation (and get the answers). Check It Out

Read More

Photo Special Features TabLion in Maasai Mara, Kenya, Africa. © Kenneth K. Coe

Close Encounters with Nature

Whether scary or exciting, nature has a way of sneaking up on you. See stories

Arden OConnor 215x143Arden O’Connor. © Lajla LeBlanc

Nature Matters

Hear some of nature's success stories and see how nature matters to us all. Watch videos

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