The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin - The Nature Conservancy, Wisconsin Chapter

Since 1960, The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin has protected more than 141,600 acres of forests, wetlands, prairies, lakes and streams for current and future generations to enjoy.

Spotlight

View a fabulous slideshow of birds that benefit from Great Lakes conservation, read the new U.S. State of the Birds report and learn how you can help our feathered friends.		Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) © Michael McDowell

What’s New

Mink River Estuary © Clint Farlinger

Ten Nature Conservancy preserves have been chosen as outstanding examples of Wisconsin’s remaining wetlands.

Newell and Ann Meyer Nature Preserve
© Chris Anderson/TNC

The Nature Conservancy will celebrate the public opening of its Newell and Ann Meyer Nature Preserve on May 16.

The Hogback © Gerald H. Emmerich, Jr.

The Nature Conservancy donates its Hogback Preserve in Crawford County to the State of Wisconsin.

Green Bay © Mark Godfrey/TNC

Learn more about The Nature Conservancy’s work with its partners to protect and restore the beauty and diversity of the Green Bay watershed for people and nature.

Pecatonica River watershed
© Gerald H. Emmerich, Jr.

New Monsanto initiative will benefit Conservancy's work on the Pecatonica River in southwest Wisconsin.

Pine River in Wild Rivers Legacy Forest
© Jeff Richter

The Nature Conservancy applauds Governors Doyle and Schwarzenegger for hosting successful Climate Change Summit.

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

Know Your Volunteer

Crediting her interest in the environment to being raised on a dairy farm and participation in Future Farmers of America in high school and college, volunteer Danielle Russell regularly helps out in the Conservancy’s Madison office answering phones, greeting visitors and sorting mail.

Wisconsin Update: Spring 2009

Download the Wisconsin Update: Spring 2009 [698KB PDF] to read the latest news from around the state.

How We Protect Watersheds

Explore a cool interactive feature to see how the Conservancy protects freshwater resources worldwide.

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.

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

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