Save America's Great Outdoors

Here in Rhode Island, 30% of all undeveloped land was lost to development between 1995 and 2005.  But now you can help save Rhode Island's great outdoors — for you and future generations! 

Take action and find out how you can support critical legislation for The Land and Water Conservation Fund.
 

Top Five Must~See Migrations in Rhode Island

“Migration also teaches us about the need to protect nature at a global scale” explains Janet Coit Director of The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island,  “When you see animals moving en masse you realize it is not enough to just protect them in your backyard, but all along their long journey.”
Launch your discovery of the "Top Five" migrations...click here.
 

Quahogs in Ninigret:  One 50lb Bag at a Time

A healthier Ninigret Pond: one water-filtering clam at a time. A strong partnership contributes to a successful shellfish transplant in Rhode Island's largest coastal saltwater pond.
View the many volunteers and discover how it was done.
See also Hard Clams: Hard at Work 

Westport River

The beauty of the Westport River comes to life while you hear from Sakonnet Program Director, John Berg, about the importance of Middle Acres Farm to our biodiversity goals.  This is part of our Sakonnet Campaign that is raising millions for land protection in this beautiful area.
See Cranberry Harvesting in Action
 

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Campaign for the Sakonnet

Learn about our efforts to protect these vibrant coastal places.

A New Opportunity for an Outdoor Classroom at Carter Preserve!
Plan a fieldtrip for your school or youth group.

Chapter News

Natural Areas of Rhode Island:  Protecting Billions of Dollars of Properties from Flooding.
By Janet Coit, Director of the RI Chapter of The Nature Conservancy

Hard Clams; Hard at Work
The Nature Conservancy and partners are gearing up to put more clams to work in Ninigret Pond. 
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