"The Nature Conservancy is an organization that gets things done that otherwise might not happen. They do it by simply working with people and groups to bring about results. They’ve been doing it for years and still are." – Richard Davies, director, Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism

"What I appreciate about The Nature Conservancy is its science-based approach to conservation. Being in the development business, it is refreshing to work with an organization that seeks cooperation rather than confrontation to achieve its goals as well as the goals of others. The Conservancy has been successful in creating a win-win for conservation and the private landowner." – John Cooper III, president, Cooper Communities and Conservancy trustee

"The Nature Conservancy is masterful at working with a broad range of partners to achieve tangible, lasting conservation results that benefit both nature and people. As the world struggles with environmental issues, the Conservancy provides us and future generations tremendous hope." – Stacy Hurst, Conservancy trustee and Little Rock vice mayor

"God gave us only one earth, and I have a keen sense of responsibility to help take care of it. Of all the conservation organizations I’m aware of, The Nature Conservancy spends the money it receives the most responsibly, and their smart, professional staff cares deeply about the work they do." – Gay White, Conservancy trustee and former First Lady of Arkansas

"While the Conservancy often helps the Commission add to the Arkansas System of Natural Areas, we also work together with a shared vision that reaches well beyond land protection for these special places. We value the partnership we have with the Conservancy; working together we’ve accomplished much." – Karen Smith, director, Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission

"Protecting the environment is just the right thing to do. And for a place that brands itself as the 'Natural State,' it’s also a wise investment in one of our greatest assets. We are grateful for everything The Nature Conservancy in Arkansas does." – Ross Cranford, director of strategic planning, CJRW

"The Nature Conservancy helped the state buy 12,000 acres surrounding Beaver Lake in 1978, which has improved water quality and recreation in Northwest Arkansas. The Conservancy works with businesses, individuals and state agencies in a collaborative way to achieve real results for the earth, its bounty and its creatures for future generations to enjoy." – Dr. Morriss Henry, charter Conservancy trustee, and Ann R. Henry, current trustee

“I enjoy supporting the Nature Conservancy due to their science-based and practical approach to conservation. They are extremely competent at linking conservation with business and how the two can manage to co-exist. The Nature Conservancy has a long history of conservation and restoration. From coast to coast and across the world’s landscape there are examples of their efforts for future generations to enjoy.” – Cathy Foraker, director of external affairs for Alltel and member of the Conservancy’s NWA Advisory Council

"With our move to Eureka Springs 10 years ago we gained a very special appreciation for the Ozarks and its amazing karst environment. When offered the opportunity to acquire the Smith Creek property, with Sherfield Cave under it, it was irresistible. We have long been preservationists of historic architecture, but this was our first major commitment to our environment. We sought out the Conservancy as our “partner in conservation” because of their long history and sterling record of careful, professional conservation." – Marty & Elise Roenigk, owners of the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa and the 1905 Basin Park Hotel in Eureka Springs

“Development of land necessarily involves interaction between design disciplines and ecosystems. The Nature Conservancy provides the link in this design process through its science-based conservation initiatives that bring educational and pragmatic alternatives to traditionally invasive methods and techniques. The education and interaction the Conservancy offers in regards to biodiversity, land conservation and sustainability solutions make the organization an important agent for change in today's environmental challenge.” – Collins Haynes, CEO of HaynesLimited and member of the Conservancy’s NWA Advisory Council

“Most folks don’t know that I own agricultural land in northeast Arkansas. The Nature Conservancy is the best organization I know when it comes to conserving our natural resources and our natural heritage and working to find ways for farmers, ranchers and other people who work the land to manage their property in a sustainable way and make a good living at the same time. Agriculture – the number one industry in Arkansas – and conservation are vital to the prosperity of Arkansans today and well into the future; the Conservancy is developing solutions to benefit both.” – Dick Trammel, executive vice president of Arvest in Rogers and member of the Conservancy’s NWA Advisory Council

Photos at top (left to right): The Buffalo National River Ark. © Parks and Tourism; Northern flicker courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.