The Nature Conservancy in Colorado is privileged to enjoy the support of a wide variety of people from across the state, and around the world. Each person's commitment and contribution takes a different form, the supporters of the Conservancy are as diverse as the landscapes and species that they work to protect.

The profiles in this section present a small sample of the volunteers, scientists, trustees, partners, donors, and staff whose tireless commitment make the Conservancy's work possible. They describe, in their own words, what the natural world and the landscapes of Colorado mean to them.

Terri Schultz: Solving real problems on the ground

Russell Schnitzer: From firefighter to fundraiser

Frogard Ryan: Preserving nature and way of life

Ryan Boggs: Helping others beyond Colorado boundaries

Great Outdoors Colorado: Partnership for conservation

Megan Kram: Preserving the health of public lands