Press Releases
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April 09, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Endorses Revised Washington County Lands Bill
New Legislation Offers Improved Benefits for Conservation and the Preservation of Washington County’s Quality of Life
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Larisa Barry lbarry@tnc.org, 801-574-0599 |
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April 16, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Jump Starts Earth Day 2008 with Public Tours at Great Salt Lake
Free, Guided Tours Promise Fun for All Ages at Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
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Heidi Nedreberg Larisa Barry, (801) 574-0599, lbarry@tnc.org |
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February 11, 2008: Residents Partner with The Nature Conservancy to Protect Critical Lands in Boulder, Utah
Six Boulder residents donate conservation easements to The Nature Conservancy, ensuring their properties will remain undeveloped.
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Larisa Barry lbarry@tnc.org, 801-574-0599 |
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December 20, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Honors Envision Utah
The Nature Conservancy has named Envision Utah as its Conservation Partner of 2007. The Conservancy’s annual award is designed to recognize private and public organizations that have made significant contributions to the protection of Utah’s lands and waters.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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November 19, 2007: Dreaming of a “Green” Christmas?
Nature Conservancy Offers Tips for Eco-Friendly Holidays
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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August 18, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Honored by the Utah Botanical Center
Nature Conservancy Honored by the Utah Botanical Center
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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June 25, 2007: Diverse Partnership Protects Unique Natural Area in St. George
Today The Nature Conservancy announced its purchase of 55 acres of rare habitat in St. George. The purchase is the first step in an ambitious plan to create a new 800-acre preserve that may determine the fate of several globally rare and federally-listed plants in Washington County.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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May 25, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Launches New Public Tours at Great Salt Lake
The Nature Conservancy Launches New Public Tours at Great Salt Lake
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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May 04, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Thanks St. George for Dwarf Bear Poppy Day
Statement from Dave Livermore, Utah State Director, thanking St. George for Dwarf Bear Poppy Day.
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Dave Livermore Utah State Director |
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January 08, 2007: Moab Landowner Donates Easement on Key Property to The Nature Conservancy
Moab landowner, Colin Fryer, donates an easement on his property to The Nature Conservancy.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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October 16, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Makes Major Donation to Washington County Growth Planning Process
The Conservancy donates $100,000 to Vision Dixie planning effort
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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September 15, 2006: Nature Conservancy and Ducks Unlimited Celebrate Wetlands Restoration Success
celebration and site tour of the successful Kay’s Creek Restoration Project. The project reversed years of erosion and habitat loss from human impacts, and this spring, the newly improved habitat attracted thousands of northern pintails, American avocets, sandhill cranes, mallards, and white-faced ibis, among other native species.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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July 18, 2006: Governor Huntsman and The Nature Conservancy Announce
Governor Huntsman and The Nature Conservancy Launch the Living Lands & Waters Campaign.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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May 08, 2006: New Radio Series Captures the Sounds of Utah's Natural World
The Nature Conservancy is sponsoring a KUER series called Utah Soundscapes.
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Alice Storm E-mail: astorm@tnc.org |
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April 25, 2006: Boulder Creek Canyon Ranch Protected
Boulder Creek Canyon Ranch protected through a conservation easement.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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February 28, 2006: Utah Resorts Offer Unique Chance for Skiers to Support Conservation
Ski for Nature Days on March 4 and 12.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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October 11, 2005: Ranchers Unite to Save Land Near Zion National Park
Landowners Unite in Virgin River Headwaters Project to Protect Land Near Zion National Park
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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October 03, 2005: Nature Conservancy Visitor Center Wins Landscape Architecture Award
Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve Visitor Center Wins Landscape Architecture Award
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Jill Lehmann Larisa Barry |
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May 19, 2005: Nature Conservancy Visitor Center Wins International Award
Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve Visitor Center wins international award for environmental design. Tours of award-winning facility are now available.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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February 15, 2005: Nature Conservancy to Protect Popular Moab Property
Nature Conservancy signs option to purchase and protect Moab Rim.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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September 24, 2004: Nature Conservancy Launches Public Education Effort
Nature Conservancy Launches New Public Education Effort
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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June 21, 2004: Nature Conservancy Celebrates New Visitor Center at Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve Visitor Center Grand Opening Event
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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May 27, 2004: Healing the Fire Scarred Henry Mountains
Working with BLM on restoration project in the Henry Mountains
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |
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March 05, 2004: 9th Annual Ski for Nature Events
9th Annual Ski for Nature Events held March 13 and 14.
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Larisa Barry Phone: 801-574-0599
E-mail: lbarry@tnc.org |