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Since 1960, The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin has protected more than 142,660 acres of forests, wetlands, prairies, lakes and streams for current and future generations to enjoy.

 
 

Mark Godfrey/TNC (paddle-boat Spirit of Dubuque near Dubuque, Iowa)

Join The Nature Conservancy on a journey down the Mississippi River. Hear the stories of people who depend on this mighty river for their livelihoods and inspiration.

Mark Godfrey/TNC (Great River Road begins at the north end of Itasca State Park, MN)

 

In a Nutshell:

Top 10 Things You Should Know About The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin
Learn who we are, how we work, how we’re funded, how you can visit our preserves, what you can do when you get there (hike, canoe, deer hunt, birdwatch) and much more.

How You Can Help:

Learn how to become a member, make a donation and volunteer for The Nature Conservancy.

Save Wisconsin’s Great Outdoors
Take action to protect our land and waters.

Places We Protect:

See the places where the Conservancy is working in Wisconsin and learn how to visit.

Special Events:

Join us for a hike, paddle, or other fun event.

Frequently Asked Questions:

We answer your questions about how to visit preserves, hunting, jobs, member address changes and more.

 

Wisconsin Hunting Information:

 

Spotlight: Wisconsin's 50th Anniversary

In 1960, a group of conservation-minded people met to form The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin.

We invite you to join us throughout 2010 as we celebrate 50 years of conservation in Wisconsin.

 

What's New

Wabikon LakeMore than 19,000 acres of forests, lakes and rivers will be conserved in Wisconsin's Northwoods for wildlife habitat, timber production and outdoor recreation.

Chris Helzer/TNC (Sandhill cranes)The Conservancy is celebrating great spectacles of nature this spring with a listing of the "Top Three Must-See Migrations" in Wisconsin.

Military Ridge Prairie Heritage AreaThe Conservancy and the Alliant Energy Foundation have launched an initiative that will protect native prairie in southwest Wisconsin and provide income to farmers and renewable energy to businesses.

Wild Rivers Legacy ForestThe Nature Conservancy applauded U.S. Rep. David Obey and U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl for their leadership in securing $2.3 million in federal Forest Legacy funding for the Wild Rivers Legacy Forest in northeast Wisconsin.

Prairie chicken captureWisconsin and Minnesota are collaborating to help save the greater prairie chicken, an iconic species of America's grasslands.

 

More Conservation Stories

 

The Conservancy is a BBB Wise Giving Alliance Accredited Charity — meaning that we meet all of the alliance's Standards for Charity Accountability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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