Rhode Island

Protecting the Ocean State for Over 30 Years

Join us on our quest to protect Rhode Island's natural resources.

VOLUNTEER!  HIKE OUR TRAILS!

Volunteer to help restore oyster reefs in Rhode Island waters, monitor shorebird populations, or just hike our preserves and enjoy your surroundings -  be the eyes and ears for the upkeep of these open spaces managed for all of us to enjoy.

Ocean and Coast.  Forest and Farmland.

The Nature Conservancy has been protecting and restoring Rhode Island's natural heritage for all, from the woodlands and coastal ponds of South County to the farms and watersheds of East Bay. 

Peter Lord: A Uniquely Gifted Journalist

The Nature Conservancy expresses its profound sadness and regret over the passing of Peter Lord.

Senate Passes Oceans Bill!

Senator Whitehouse's National Endowment for the Oceans is headed for the House!

Oyster Restoration Volunteer Program

You can help make a positive impact on our coastal resources!

Helping Fisherman Avoid Bycatch

Developing a "real-time" bycatch information system to help fishermen avoid areas with river herring.

Welcome John Torgan!

TNC's Rhode Island Chapter has a new leader of ocean and coastal conservation.

The Sakonnet Landscape

Today the Sakonnet Landscape Stands at a Crossroads.  You can help!

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The Birds of Winter

Venture out in the cold?  If you do, look hard and listen carefully for those hardy souls!

Clams in Ninigret

What does it take to transplant clams into a coastal pond?  One 50lb bag at a time! 

Birds of the Sakonnet

Photographer Geoff Dennis has a lens for all seasons and a passion for place!

Cranberry Harvest

The beauty of the Westport River comes to life while you hear from Sakonnet Program Director, John Berg, about the importance of Middle Acres Farm to our biodiversity goals.

Rhode Island on Facebook

Join in on the conversation of protecting nature in Rhode Island!

Outdoor Classrooms

An Outdoor Classroom at the Francis Carter Preserve
Thanks to generous supporters, The Nature Conservancy can offer up to 100% of the transportation costs of a fieldtrip to the Carter Preserve for qualifying schools. Learn more about this great opportunity for your school!

The Dundery Brook Greenway Trail
The trail will offer local kids an outdoor classroom and a unique journey on a boardwalk path for everyone to enjoy. Help us educate the next generation of outdoor adventurers!


Great Places Newsletter

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Volunteer

Become a member of Rhode Island's 'Friends of the Preserves Group'!

Cool Green Science

Join in on the conversation about conservation!  Read about exciting ecosystem-saving stories, current environmental issues, and enjoy beautiful photography with The Nature Conservancy's blog "Cool Green Science"!. 

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