The Nature Conservancy in Georgia

Press Releases		Contact Info
April 30, 2008: Hoochie on the Coochie 2008 The Nature Conservancy's annual spring fundraiser nets $300,000 for conservation in Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
April 22, 2008: Earth Day 2008 This Earth Day, The Nature Conservancy is offering Georgians an array of opportunities to celebrate nature and share their ideas for helping to protect imperiled water and land resources in Georgia and beyond.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
November 30, 2007: Shelly Lakly Named Georgia State Director After nearly 20 years of service to The Nature Conservancy, Tavia McCuean has retired from the positon as Georgia state director. Shelly Lakly, Ph.D., formerly of Zoo Atlanta, has taken over the reigns of the state program.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
September 04, 2007: Gopher frog release Biologists released 68 gopher frog tadpoles and four newly-metamorphosed gopher frogs recently in an artificial pond at The Nature Conservancy’s Williams Bluffs Preserve in Early County. The release marks the start of a multi-year collaborative effort to establish a self-sustaining gopher frog population at the 1,980-acre preserve.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
August 02, 2007: Multi-partner Project Continues as Biologists Protect the Diversity of Holly Creek Biologists surveyed a section of Holly Creek in Murray County, Georgia, for species of imperiled freshwater mussels. The mussel survey was one phase in a continuing multi-partner effort to protect the diversity of Holly Creek – a tributary that supports the highest diversity of freshwater mussels in the Conasauga River.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
July 25, 2007: The Conservancy Expands its Protection of the Chattahoochee Fall Line As part of a regional effort to protect the natural diversity of Georgia’s Chattahoochee Fall Line region, The Nature Conservancy recently purchased 792 acres in southeastern Talbot County. Located seven miles east of Fort Benning, Blackjack Crossing is the first acquisition for The Nature Conservancy’s Chattahoochee Fall Line project and represents a significant expansion of the Conservancy’s ongoing conservation work at Fort Benning.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 29, 2007: Nature Conservancy Launches ‘Generation Conservation’ to Reconnect Younger Generations and Nature Recognizing that younger generations are critical to the conservation of lands and waters in Georgia and around the world, The Nature Conservancy in Georgia is launching Generation Conservation (Gen C) in an effort to reconnect people and nature.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 24, 2007: The Home Depot Co-Founder Bernie Marcus Encourages Corporate Responsibility for Conservation Bernie Marcus, co-founder of The Home Depot and visionary of the Georgia Aquarium, will encourage Atlanta’s business community to take an active role in supporting conservation during The Nature Conservancy’s annual Nature of Business breakfast. The event will be held at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta on June 6, 2007 at 8 a.m.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 04, 2007: The Nature Conservancy in Georgia Welcomes New Conservation Leadership Press Release Copy for Tom Greene		I Ling Matthews 404-253-7246, imatthews@tnc.org
May 01, 2007: The UPS Foundation Awards The Nature Conservancy $30,000 to Advance Conservation Efforts Throughout The UPS Foundation recently awarded The Nature Conservancy in Georgia a $30,000 grant to support its Conservation Volunteer Program.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
April 25, 2007: Paulding Forest Named As Priority for Forest Legacy Funding The Nature Conservancy and the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) applaud President Bush’s recent inclusion of the Paulding Forest for $3.5 million in his funding request for the Forest Legacy Program for Fiscal Year 2008.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404)253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
April 15, 2007: 13th Annual Hoochie on the Coochie Set for April 20 Celebrate Earth Day early this year at The Nature Conservancy’s 13th annual Hoochie on the Coochie dinner dance on Friday, April 20, 2007, in Atlanta. A favorite spring event, the Hoochie on the Coochie is expected to raise more than $200,000 this year for conservation throughout Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
March 21, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Observes World Water Day, March 22 In observance of his year’s World Water Day (March 22), The Nature Conservancy encourages Georgians to join its water conservation efforts by making small, yet significant, changes in their everyday lives to ensure a clean and bountiful supply of water to sustain the needs of people and nature – today and far into the future.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 02, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Hires New Prescribed Fire Program Manager for Georgia and Alabama The Nature Conservancy recently hired Matthew Snider to manage the prescribed fire program for its Georgia and Alabama chapters. Under Snider’s leadership, The Nature Conservancy will continue to work with private and public landowners to restore native forests and other natural areas by conducting seasonal prescribed burns.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 01, 2007: Private Landowner Works with The Nature Conservancy to Protect 1,010 Acres in the Altamaha River Flo Private landowner donates a 1,010-acre conservation easement along four miles of the Altamaha in Wayne County, Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
December 07, 2006: Paulding County Citizens Vote to Protect 7,080 Acre Forest The Nature Conservancy applauds Paulding County voters for voting in favor of a $15 million bond referendum to protect 7,080 acres of forestland located 35 miles outside Atlanta, known as Paulding Forest		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
November 16, 2006: Annual 'Fall Celebration of the Coast' Raises Funds for Conservation in Georgia The Nature Conservancy's "Fall Celebration of the Coast" event raises $134,761 for conservation in Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
October 04, 2006: Conservancy, Riverkeeper to Host Clean-up Event The Nature Conservancy and the Altamaha Riverkeeper are seeking volunteers to assist with the removal of trash and water hyacinth in the lower Altamaha River during an organized clean-up event on Saturday, November 4, 2006.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
October 02, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Acquires 170 Acres in North Georgia, Protects Headwaters of the Etowah River The Nature Conservancy collaborates with a private landowner and the Georgia Department of Transportation to protect mountain land in the Etowah River watershed.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
September 20, 2006: Governor Praises Partnership to Protect 6,714 Acres of Conservation Lands The State of Georgia closes on 6,714 acres in Long and McIntosh counties, creating the Townsend Wildlife Management Area. The land is part of approximately 24,120 acres of forestland secured by the Conservancy through an agreement with International Paper.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
July 01, 2006: DNR, Conservancy Partner to Protect South Georgia Land Georgia Department of Natural Resources works in partnership with the Conservancy to protect 6,714 acres of sensitive lands in south Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
July 01, 2006: H. Dwight Mathews Named New Board of Trustee Chairman The Nature Conservancy announced today the appointment of H. Dwight Mathews, a partner with Deloitte & Touche in Atlanta, as chairman of the Board of Trustees for its Georgia program, a position held by former Lieutenant Governor Pierre Howard since 2003. Mathews will take over the reigns as chairman on July 1, 2006.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 25, 2006: UPS Foundation Grant 2006 The Nature Conservancy in Georgia recently received a $25,000 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS (NYSE:UPS). The grant will be used to provide training and resources for volunteer land stewards and conservationists who help protect and maintain vital habitats throughout Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 10, 2006: 2006 CCE Breakfast More than 60 of Georgia’s corporations and businesses will be recognized on Thursday, May 11, 2006 for supporting critical conservation efforts to protect Georgia’s last remaining natural places during The Nature Conservancy’s annual “Nature of Business” breakfast.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
May 05, 2006: Conservation Organizations Applaud Governor Perdue’s Conservation Tax Credit for Georgia’s Landowner Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue commemorates Earth Day 2006 with the signing of the Conservation Tax Credit legislation into law, which provides incentives to Georgia landowners to protect ecologically significant areas from development.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
April 25, 2006: Annual "Hoochie on the Coochie" Dinner Dance Rings in Earth Day, Celebrates Conservation in Georgia The Nature Conservancy celebrate Earth Day and recent conservation successes in Georgia during its 12th annual spring fundraising event, the Hoochie on the Coochie dinner dance, on Friday, April 21, 2006. The event raised $213,000 for conservation in Georgia.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
April 24, 2006: Flint River Basin Technology With the common goal of maintaining an abundant water supply in the lower Flint River basin, conservationists and the agricultural community are finding new ways to meet the needs of man and nature.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
April 24, 2006: Flat Tub WMA An innovative public and private partnership between the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), The Nature Conservancy and Plum Creek Timber Company has resulted in the establishment of the 3,597-acre Flat Tub Wildlife Management Area in Georgia’s Coffee and Jeff Davis counties. This property represents the most recent effort to protect the natural diversity and heritage of Georgia's unique Broxton Rocks region.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
March 31, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Celebrates Earth Day, The Nature Conservancy celebrates Earth Day with an array of opportunities for Georgians to reconnect with Nature through field trips, preserve tours and web-based activities.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
March 28, 2006: International Paper, The Nature Conservancy and The Conservation Fund International Paper, The Nature Conservancy and The Conservation Fund have reached an agreement to protect 218,000 acres of forestlands across 10 states in the single largest private land conservation sale in the history of the South, and one of the largest in the nation. In Georgia, the agreement will span three counties and encompass 24,120 acres in the Altamaha River watershed, making this project the largest land conservation agreement ever completed in Georgia.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
March 08, 2006: National Partnership Protects Natural Diversity Through Strategic Dam Management The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, announced plans for a controlled water release on the Savannah River as part of the Sustainable Rivers Project, a continuing national partnership between the Corps and The Nature Conservancy.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
March 06, 2006: Southeastern Old-Growth Forest Workshop Set for March 30-31 More than 40 interdisciplinary conservationists, landowners, and land will come together to discuss the protection and recovery of old-growth forests throughout the Southeast.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 28, 2006: President Proposes Federal Funding for Conservation in North Georgia President Bush has requested $1.5 million from the Land and Water Conservation Fund in Fiscal Year 2007 for the conservation of north Georgia forest lands. If approved, this funding will support the protection of approximately 540 acres of critical mountain forests, which will ultimately be added to the Chattahoochee National Forest for the enjoyment of all Georgians.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 13, 2006: Georgia Department of Natural Resources Commends Conservation Efforts of the Conservancy The Georgia Department of Natural Resources recognizes The Nature Conservancy for its continuing leadership in conservation and for saving the state more than $4.8 million during 2005.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 Email: imatthews@tnc.org
February 07, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Expands Protection of the Etowah In partnership with a private landowner and the Georgia Department of Transportation, The Nature Conservancy purchased 299 acres in north Georgia, expanding protection of the Etowah River watershed.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 05, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Celebrates "Prescribed Fire Awareness Week" The Nature Conservancy Celebrates "Prescribed Fire Awareness Week" February 5-11, 2006.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
December 31, 2005: Land Donation By Local Resident Expands Williams Bluffs Preserve The Nature Conservancy expands its Williams Bluff Preserve by an additional 1,218 acres donated by the estate of the late Myrtle Williams.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
November 14, 2005: Hiking Trails Now Open at Moody Forest Natural Area Nature enthusiasts can explore the diversity of the floodplain forests and upland pine woodlands of Moody Forest Natural Area as they hike along the two new interpretative trails.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
October 14, 2005: Ivory-billed Woodpecker Search Team to Present Findings, Celebrate Conservation Efforts Members of the ivory-billed woodpecker search team will give a behind-the-scenes account of the rediscovery of this elusive bird during the Hope Takes Flight luncheon on Nov. 4 in Atlanta.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
August 16, 2005: Forest Legacy Funding Congress appropriates $2 million From the Forest Legacy FY 2006 Budget for protection efforts along the Altamaha River		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 Email: imatthews@tnc.org
August 16, 2005: Transportation Bill funding slated for Broxton Congress approves $2.2 million from Transportation Bill for Broxton Rocks protection efforts.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 Email: imatthews@tnc.org
July 24, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Establishes Holly Creek Preserve The Nature Conservancy establishes Holly Creek Preserve adjacent to the Chattachoochee National Forest.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
July 07, 2005: Fire Experts Teach Conservationists How to Set Prescribed Burns From Helicopters In cooperation with state and federal agencies, The Nature Conservancy is organizing a specialized training July 11-15, 2005, to teach conservationists from throughout the Eastern United States how to ignite prescribed burns from helicopters.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 16, 2005: Scientists Monitor the Impacts of Water Management Study on the Savannah River Under a partnership called the Sustainable Rivers Project, The Nature Conservancy and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are uncovering new scientific findings to advance the ecological restoration of the Savannah River basin, which has been impaired due to dam operations.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
May 04, 2005: Unique Partnership Conserves Forests and Wetlands The Nature Conservancy is participating in Fort Benning’s Sustainability Goal Setting Conference set for May 10-12, 2005 in Columbus, Ga. Conference participants will develop a sustainable solution for Columbus that meets the needs of the community and the military’s training mission, while protecting the region’s natural heritage.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 Email: imatthews@tnc.org
April 29, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Preserves 355 Acres in North Georgia In two separate land deals with private landowners, The Nature Conservancy has protected 355 acres of significant forest habitat in north Georgia. The two tracts of land are located within the Chattahoochee National Forest and provide critical forested buffers for two of Georgia’s freshwater river systems – the Etowah and Conasauga rivers.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
April 20, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Holds Annual Spring Fundraiser Event The Nature Conservancy in Georgia held its 11th annual spring fundraising event, the Hoochie on the Coochie, Friday, April 15, 2005, at Magnolia Hall in Piedmont Park in Atlanta. The Nature Conservancy staff and volunteer organizers raised $187,436, exceeding their goal by more than $11,000. All funds will be used to support land and water conservation efforts throughout Georgia		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 18, 2005: Bush Administration requests $3 million for Altamaha River Cooridor project The Nature Conservancy today applauded President Bush’s request for $80 million in funding for the Forest Legacy Program for Fiscal Year 2006, including $3 million that will go toward the Altamaha River Corridor project.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
February 18, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Applauds President’s Support for North Georgia Mountains In FY 2006 Budget The Nature Conservancy applauds President Bush’s request to fund land acquisition efforts in the Chattahoochee National Forest located in north Georgia with $1.5 million from the Land and Water Conservation Fund in Fiscal Year 2006.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
January 31, 2005: Partnerships Create Protected Greenspace 140 acres of critical wildlife habitat in Columbia County is now protected.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
January 31, 2005: Preserving the Heritage of Southwest Georgia The Greentree Foundation and The Nature Conservancy received an Award of Stewardship from Thomasville Landmarks for the long-term care and maintenance of historic buildings at Greenwood Plantation.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
January 22, 2005: UPS Foundation Contributes to Conservation The $25,000 grant from the UPS Foundation will be used to advance The Nature Conservancy's land management efforts throughout the state with the support of volunteer conservationists and land stewards.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
November 30, 2004: Chattahoochee National Forest to Benefit From $1M in Federal Funding The Conservancy applauds appropriation of $1 million in federal funds to purchase land within the Chattahoochee National Forest located in North Georgia.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
October 05, 2004: Georgia's Forest Legacy Program Acquires First Property Forest Legacy, a federal program protecting environmentally important forestlands, has acquired its first Georgia property with the transferal of a 350-acre tract near The Nature Conservancy’s existing Broxton Rocks Preserve to the Georgia Forestry Commission.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
March 30, 2004: Nature Conservancy, USACE Partner to Improve Water Management The Nature Conservancy and the US Army Corps of Engineers partner to improve water management on the Savannah River, as well as on rivers throughout the country.		I Ling Matthews Phone: (404) 253-7246 E-mail: imatthews@tnc.org
February 28, 2004: U.S. Forest Service Recognizes Nature Conservancy Employee The U.S. Forest Service recently recognized Steve Friedman, director of protection for the Georgia Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, for his conservation efforts in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The Conservancy and the U.S. Forest Service have been working hand-in-hand to protect vital habitat on private land within the Forest.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 27, 2004: College Students Join Conservancy and Dalton Utilities to Protect Conasauga River Watershed Alternative Spring Break college students will assist The Nature Conservancy and Dalton Utilities in a planting of more than 400 mixed hardwood trees and 400 native shrubs along the banks of the Conasauga River on land owned by Dalton Utilities.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 23, 2004: Candace Stoughton Recognized for Outstanding Conservation Work in Etowah River Watershed Candace Stoughton, project director of The Nature Conservancy’s Etowah River Project for the Georgia Chapter, was recently presented with the Watershed Protection Award by the Conservancy’s aquatic science staff of the Alabama Chapter. The award was based on Ms. Stoughton’s efforts to achieve lasting conservation results in the Etowah River watershed.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 23, 2004: Amanda Wrona to Oversee Savannah River Project The Nature Conservancy recently hired Amanda Wrona as director of its Savannah River Project, based in Savannah, Ga. An experienced marine biologist, Wrona has extensive knowledge of coastal ecology, having previously worked as a marine biologist with the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve System and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 06, 2004: Conservancy Projects Included in Bush Administration’s Proposal for FY2005 Forest Legacy Projects The Bush Administration’s Fiscal Year 2005 budget proposal released this week includes a request for $53.1 million in funding for the Forest Legacy Program in support of 15 Nature Conservancy projects– including $1.5 million for the protection of Broxton Rocks Preserve in Coffee County, Ga.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
January 09, 2004: The Nature Conservancy Protects Critical Longleaf Pine Habitat in the Georgia Red Hills As longleaf pine forests continue to disappear from the Southern landscape, one family is taking steps to preserve a treasured part of Georgia's natural heritage. Karen and Phil Leabo recently donated a conservation easement on 61 acres of longleaf pine forest in Thomas County, Ga., to The Nature Conservancy for permanent protection.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912)437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
November 12, 2003: The Nature Conservancy, Department of Defense Partner to Protect Critical Habitat With increased military activity around the globe, it's important now more than ever to ensure adequate training facilities for our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines. As the U.S. Department of Defense prepares our armed forces for combat, they are also working with organizations such as The Nature Conservancy to protect the nation's natural resources in and around the country's military installations, including several in Georgia.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
November 07, 2003: Georgia Officials Praised for Securing Funds for Broxton Rocks The Nature Conservancy today applauded the appropriation of $1.5 million from the federal Forest Legacy Program for the acquisition of property along Rocky Creek, adjacent to the Conservancy's Broxton Rocks Preserve near Douglas, Ga.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
September 06, 2003: Get Your Feet Wet and Learn About Freshwater Ecology On Saturday, September 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., The Nature Conservancy will host the second of a two-part training session on freshwater ecology. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at Adamson's Fish Camp near Glennville.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
August 26, 2003: Conasauga River Is Being Re-populated with Freshwater Mussels The biological diversity of the Conasauga River is getting a helping hand from scientists as more than 48,100 mussels have been released into the river system over the past four years, including 37,218 this year.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-02161, ext. 225 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
August 18, 2003: Workshop Scheduled to Address Concerns About Invasive Species in Coastal Georgia Conservationists throughout the world are contending with the problem of non-native invasive species and the threats they pose to native plants, animals and natural areas.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 Email: cgriffiths@tnc.org
July 09, 2003: Student Volunteers From Around the Country Assist With Conservation Efforts in Georgia Armed with hammers, shovels and adventuresome spirits, student volunteers left their mark at two Nature Conservancy preserves in south Georgia during the past several months.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
March 27, 2003: The Nature Conservancy Capital Campaign Raises $100 Million in Land and Dollars From Cumberland to Conasauga, Every Georgian to Benefit from Groundbreaking Gifts		Christine Griffiths Phone: (404) 873-6946 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
February 10, 2003: Temple-Inland Donates Conservation Easement in the Coosa Valley Prairie to The Nature Conservancy Temple-Inland announced today the donation of a 929-acre conservation easement in Georgia's Coosa Valley Prairie to The Nature Conservancy, a leading international non-profit organization dedicated to conservation.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
January 31, 2003: The Nature Conservancy Applauds Bush Administration's Proposal for FY2004 Forest Legacy Projects The Nature Conservancy applauds the Bush Administration's request for $91 million in funding for the Forest Legacy Program in Fiscal Year 2004.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
January 27, 2003: The UPS Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant to The Nature Conservancy for Critical Conservation Work The Nature Conservancy recently received a $25,000 grant from The UPS Foundation, a charitable arm of United Parcel Service, to enhance its work in Georgia with the help of volunteer conservationists and land stewards.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext. 225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
January 23, 2003: The Nature Conservancy Establishes Hotline To Assist With Battle Against Non-Native Invasive Species Silently, insidiously, strange species from far away are gaining a foothold in the waters and adjacent lands of the Altamaha River. Adapting to the elements of the river system, these species are battling with native plants and animals for the same food sources and habitat.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161, ext.225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
August 08, 2002: Georgia DNR Receives US Fish & Wildlife Program Grant to Purchase 5,480 Acres of Biologically Divers The Wildlife Resources Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources will receive a $1 million grant to help protect one of the largest non-riverine freshwater swamps in the southeastern United States.		Robin Hill Public Affairs Coordinator (770) 761-3035
July 29, 2002: The Nature Conservancy Signs Agreement for Management and Conservation of Greenwood Plantation The Nature Conservancy will officially assume management of Greenwood, one of the world's last remaining examples of the longleaf pine forest, on September 1, 2002.		Christine Griffiths Communications and Outreach Coordinator Phone: (912) 437-2161, x225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
June 12, 2002: The Nature Conservancy Closes Two Land Deals to Protect 1,255 Acres of Wildlife Habitat South of the Altamaha River in Appling County, The Nature Conservancy purchased approximately 389 acres from MONY Life Insurance Co. for $624,679.		Christine Griffiths Phone: (912) 437-2161 x225 E-mail: cgriffiths@tnc.org
April 16, 2002: J.M. Huber Corporation is Committed to Georgia's Mission J.M Huber Corporation donates over $10,000 to the Georgia Chapter		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: (404) 873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
March 25, 2002: Seventh Annual Corporate Council for the Environment Coastal Breakfast The Nature Conservancy Hosts the Coastal Corporate Council for the Environment Breakfast		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: (404) 873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
March 05, 2002: The Nature Conservancy Doubles Size of Broxton Rocks Preserve The Nature Conservancy has purchased 756 acres of property adjacent to its Broxton Rocks preserve for approximately $1.26 million. This additional property will double the size of the preserve, for a total of over 1,500 acres.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
December 12, 2001: Chickasawhatchee Swamp Addition The Nature Conservancy has purchased an additional 5,480 acres of the Chickasawatchee Swamp for approximately $10.6 million.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 24, 2001: Opportunity Knocks at Broxton Rocks The Nature Conservancy has an opportunity to acquire an additional 785 acres of property in Douglas, Ga., which will double the size of its existing Broxton Rocks preserve.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 22, 2001: Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50th Anniversary October 22nd marks 50 years of conservation work.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 17, 2001: Conservancy Seeks Tour Guides In order to accommodate increasing demands for visitation, the Georgia Chapter of The Nature Conservancy is looking for nature-loving volunteers to train as tour guides.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 17, 2001: Coosa Valley Prairies Protection Temple-Inland Forest, an industrial forest products company, announced today that it will receive a $25,000 grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to continue a restoration project at a Temple-Inland Flatwoods in Rome, Georgia.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 17, 2001: Tour Guide Training In order to accommodate an increase in demand for tours of its Broxton Rocks preserve, The Nature Conservancy held a training course for 14 new tour guides on September 24 at South Georgia College in Douglas.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
May 17, 2001: The Nature Conservancy Purchases Morningside Neighborhood Forest The Conservancy purchases 31 acres of old growth forest in the city of Atlanta from developer Daniel Metzler for $1.85 million.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
October 02, 2000: Purchase of Moody Forest Natural Area The Nature Conservancy of Georgia signed an agreement today with the Moody family heirs of Appling County, Ga., to purchase approximately 3,500 acres of land adjacent to the Altamaha River for $8.25 million.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org
August 21, 2000: Landmark Acquisition of Chickasawhatchee Swamp The Georgia Chapter of The Nature Conservancy recently signed an agreement for the purchase of 15,105 acres of the Chickasawhatchee Swamp near Albany, Georgia from St. Joe Company for approximately $30 million.		Sarah Lowry Communications Manager Phone: 404-873-7979 x226 E-mail: slowry@tnc.org