Colorado River Basin
Spanning 1,500 miles of river across seven U.S. states and two countries, we're working to protect this iconic lifeline of the West.
Colorado
For 60 years, TNC has been working in Colorado to help ensure a livable climate, healthy communities and thriving nature.
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- Phone: 303-444-2950
- Email: co_info@tnc.org
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60 Years in Colorado
The Nature Conservancy in Colorado celebrates 60 years.
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Pine Marten
Well adapted for life in the Northwoods, pine martens have broad feet to walk on top of the snow, but will tunnel in the snow to hunt rodents and other prey in the winter.
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Albert Michaud/TNC Photo Contest 2021
Support TNC for Colorado Gives Day
Early giving begins November 1st! Your support ensures we can continue protecting the lands and waters on which all life depends in Colorado and beyond.
Our Conservation Priorities in Colorado
Discover our local conservation priorities here in Colorado as we help to accomplish TNC's ambitious 2030 goals.
© Sean Tomlinson/TNC Photo Contest 2019
Resilient and Connected Landscapes
It all started in 1966, protecting TNC’s Mexican Cut Preserve in Crested Butte, CO. We continue to achieve innovative, large-scale land protection, in Colorado and beyond, that enables biodiversity to thrive and supports Tribally led conservation.
Learn more about our resilient and connected landscape conservation through the Southern High Plains Initiative. TNC and partners are working across five U.S. states to increase the pace and scale of grassland protection.
© John Rudy/TNC Photo Contest 2021
Thriving Forests & Watersheds
Our forests need us now more than ever. We are working to build resilience, reconnection and improved management of critical forests and watersheds in Colorado.
To amplify the impact of our efforts here in Colorado, we’re collaborating across 11 western U.S. states to catalyze forest restoration on a transformative scale. Dive into our Western Dry Forests program to learn more about this collaboration.
© Rory Doyle
Healthy Rivers
Here in Colorado, water systems are the heart of what keeps our nature thriving. Through our conservation work, we’re improving the climate resilience of natural stream systems for both aquatic and riparian species and the people who depend on them for economic, cultural or spiritual well-being.
Much of our water work connects to the Colorado River Basin, spanning five U.S. states and two countries. Discover how we are accelerating conservation of this hard-working river that supports the needs of more than 40 million people.
© Joanna Kulesza (courtesy: Jack's Solar Garden)
Conservation-Aligned Energy Transition
In Colorado, we are working with key partners and stakeholders to develop state guidelines, frameworks and policies that will prioritize and accelerate renewable energy deployment that aligns with conservation and community goals.
© Kevin Mohatt
Healthy Communities
As we advance our conservation goals, we are also balancing the needs of both people and nature. Throughout communities in Colorado, we’re working to advance strategic solutions that advance the rights and priorities of Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities, improve the ability of both urban and rural communities to adapt to climate change, and contribute to place-based economic opportunities.
Our Conservation Priorities Across the West
Discover how we're collaborating with our TNC colleagues and partners across the western U.S. and Canada to advance conservation on a transformative scale.
Local Stories in Colorado
Collaborating for Conservation Across the Western U.S. and Canada
Across 11 Western U.S. states and Canada, The Nature Conservancy is committed to large-scale conservation impact through deep collaboration, on-the-ground work and policy.
Support Conservation in Colorado
Colorado’s challenges require far-sighted solutions that combine science and creativity. By working together, we can chart Colorado’s future and inspire people to take action.
Medano-Zapata Ranch
Sand dunes from Big Spring Creek at Medano-Zapata Ranch in Colorado.
© Harold E. Malde