The Nature Conservancy in Washington state

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Warty Jumping Slug of WashingtonGlimpse into the Secret Lives of Jumping Slugs

Mysterious and often overlooked, the jumping slug can be found in forested areas throughout the state, including the Conservancy's Ellsworth preserve.

The iconic Ferry House at Ebey's LandingNew Protection for Ebey's Landing
The land around an iconic building in Ebey’s Landing will maintain its rural character for generations, thanks to action by the National Park Service and Conservancy.

Trumpeter swan, WashingtonSolo Returns to Turnbull 
When a swan was found dead near Colville this winter, many feared it was Solo - a trumpeter swan and resident of the Turnbull Wildlife Refuge. To the relief of many, Solo has reappeared.

Former intern Alessa LopezStudent Reflects on Conservancy Internship
College student Alessa Lopez says her internship in the South Sound prairies included a range of new experiences that satisfied her hunger to heal the land.

Red-legged frog Get Outside and Play

Many of our preserves are open to the public. Use our online maps and guides to explore.

 

 
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The Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50 Years in Washington


The Nature Conservancy is celebrating 50 years of conservation in Washington! Learn more.

 

Explore: Ebey's Landing and the Skagit River and Delta are some of the vital lands and waters where we work.

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A Legacy of Hope

Lorna Brown, Legacy Club member


Seattle resident Lorna Brown and her late husband, Dr. David Brown, embraced the world, seeking adventure and experiences with nature.  Read their story.

 

 

 

 


 

Images (top to bottom, left to right): Tieton River Canyon © Charles Gurche; flower in Tieton River Canyon © Lee Trivette; jumping slug  © Bill Leonard;  50th anniversary graphic © TNC; ferry house at Ebey's Landing, photo courtesy of National Park Service; trumpeter swan © Gerald Plowman; Photo of Alessa Lopez by TNC; portrait of Lorna Brown  © Douglas King; red-legged frog © TNC.