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August 21, 2009: Sussex County Awards 58K to The Nature Conservancy in Delaware
Sussex County's contribution represents half of the purchase price for an important conservation priority.


Roger L. Jones, Jr.
Phone: (302) 654-4707
E-mail: rjones@tnc.org

July 28, 2009: M.Q. Riding Joins Board of Trustees for The Nature Conservancy of Delaware
The Delaware Chapter of The Nature Conservancy announces the election of M.Q. Riding to its Board of Trustees.


Roger L. Jones, Jr.
Phone: (302) 654-4707 x126
E-mail: rjones@tnc.org

April 28, 2009: The Nature Conservancy's Delaware Chapter Recognizes Conservation Achievement
Wayne Holden, Robert Masten and Agriculture Lands Preservation Foundation Receive Conservation Awards from the Delaware Chapter of The Nature Conservancy


Roger L. Jones
Delaware State Director
(302) 654-4707 x126
rjones@tnc.org

For digital photos, contact:
Debbie Heaton
(302) 654-4707 x124
dheaton@tnc.org

March 10, 2009: The Conservancy Holds Two Free Workshops For Delaware Landowners
February Workshops Present Voluntary Options For Land Protection


Kate Hackett
The Nature Conservancy
302-584-2170
khackett@tnc.org

March 10, 2009: The Nature Conservancy Welcomes New Board Member
Pamela Biddle may be new to Delaware, but not conservation.


Roger Jones
302-654-4707 x 126
rjones@tnc.org

March 10, 2009: New Wildlife Preserve On Indian River Bay
Delaware gains another 118 acres of protected lands and waters.


Maria Taylor
The Nature Conservancy
302-388-7529

March 06, 2009: TNC Acquires 25 Acres Near Middleford North Preserve
The Nature Conservancy is looking for support in purchasing 25 acres adjacent to the Middleford North Preserve, a last unspoiled portion of the Nanticoke River watershed.


Kate Hackett
302-684-5384
khackett@tnc.org

Debbie Heaton
302-654-4707 x124
dheaton@tnc.org

July 21, 2008: Air Pollution Study Reports Widespread and Serious Impacts
A New Report Highlights Necessary Changes in Air Quality Standards and Regulations


Roger L. Jones, Jr.
Phone: (302) 654-4707 x 126 Email: rjones@tnc.org

July 02, 2008: Ponders Trail Project Receives Grant
The Nature Conservancy’s Ponders Trail Project Receives Grant From Delaware Community Foundation


Roger Jones
Roger Jones Phone: (302) 654-4707 x126 email: rjones@tnc.org

March 13, 2008: Delaware Chapter hosts 2008 Legislative Luncheon on Global Warming
Delaware Nature Conservancy Hosts Program Featuring Global Warming Implications for Delaware and Legislative Recommendations for 2008


Roger Jones
Phone: (302) 654-4707 x126
E-mail: rjones@tnc.org

February 12, 2008: New Campaign Highlights Delaware Bay
The "Thank You Delaware Bay" campaign was unveiled by Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control's (DNREC) Delaware Coastal Programs, The Nature Conservancy, and the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary an an effort to bring awareness to the beauty and amenities of the bay, and encourage actions to help protect its health and resources.


Debbie Heaton
Phone: (302) 654-4707
Email: dheaton@tnc.org
Kimberly Cole
Delaware Coastal Programs
Phone: (302) 739-9283

January 30, 2008: Conservation Options Workshop for Delaware Landowners
Delaware Chapter of The Nature Conservancy will host a free workshop entitled “Conservation Options for Delaware Landowners – Can You Afford To Preserve Your Land?”


Kate Hackett
Phone: (302) 584-2170
E-mail: khackett@tnc.org

October 31, 2007: 118 Acres Donated to The Nature Conservancy
Austin Okie Donates 118 Acres to The Nature Conservancy. Poplar Thicket Will Serve as Bird Sanctuary


Roger L. Jones, Jr.
Phone: (302) 654-4707 x126
E-mail: rjones@tnc.org

March 09, 2007: Chapter acquires easement on 149 acres near Lewes
The Delaware Chapter finalized a purchase of development rights and conservation easement last week on a large tract of land along the Beaverdam Creek.


Roger Jones
Phone: (302) 654-4707 x126
E-mail: rjones@tnc.org