The Nature Conservancy has helped protect more than 550,000 acres of Washington’s irreplaceable natural lands since 1974, when volunteers first came together to protect bald eagles wintering along the mighty Skagit River. We own and manage 55,000 acres across the state, many in preserves the public can enjoy.

We work to preserve incredible landscapes—the arid shrub-steppe of Moses Coulee, the grand Tieton River Canyon, the coastal forests of Southwest Washington, the magical Skagit River, the salty marshes of Port Susan Bay, the wide-open prairies of South Puget Sound.

Partnering for Protection

Our work is rooted in an ambitious effort to strengthen the link between natural and human communities. Partnerships are essential to our success. We collaborate with private landowners, public land managers, and local communities to ensure the ongoing restoration and protection of Washington’s natural treasures.

Local Actions, Global Connections

Magnificent examples of the Earth’s five major habitat types—forests, oceans, deserts and drylands, grasslands, and lakes and rivers—exist within a few hours drive of each other here in Washington. Our commitment to protect and restore terrestrial, freshwater and marine systems in our state compels us to nurture their connection to other regions of the nation and world. The work we do in Washington, like the work we do around the globe, will contribute to a healthy and sustainable planet.

Hope for the Future

The Conservancy’s mission is premised on hope, on a belief in our combined ability to make a difference in the world. Understanding the deep connection between the natural world and our economy, our culture and our future will help us leave a legacy for our children and grandchildren, in Washington and beyond.