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Protecting Wisconsin's lands and waters, sustaining our health and prosperity.

Conservancy Applied Scientist, Michael Grimm

Volunteers erect an invasive education sign and boot cleaning station at The Nature Conservancy's Kangaroo Lake Preserve which is located in Door County, Wisconsin. © Mark Godfrey/TNC

For more than 50 years, The Nature Conservancy has worked to protect the lands and waters of Wisconsin. Our accomplishments have demonstrated that conservation is not just “nice-to-have." It is fundamental to the health and prosperity of this great state. Ensuring clean air and clean water safeguards the well-being of people and wildlife, while innovative conservation-friendly programs support Wisconsin’s economy.

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Protecting Fresh Water for Life

The Conservancy is working to ensure that people and nature have enough clean water to thrive.
(left to right) Tim, Sandy and Mark Keller talk with Pat Sutter on their farm in the Pecatonica River watershed in southwest Wisconsin. © Mark Godfrey/TNC

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Lisa Downes of the Alliance for Water Stewardship. © Photo courtesy of Lisa Downes.

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