Help Protect Nature
For more than 60 years, people like you have helped The Nature Conservancy protect the sun-kissed prairies, shady oak savannas and tranquil forests of Illinois. We’re building on that legacy and bringing people together to help solve today’s biggest conservation challenges, from climate change and habitat loss to protecting clean water. Together we’re stronger!
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Emiquon Migratory Bird Livestream
Each spring and fall, tens of thousands of birds use Emiquon as a stopover point on their migration routes. Watch the migration throughout March via our YouTube livestream!
Magazine Feature
Conservation Trailblazers
Meet six women who are changing how conservation is done at TNC, from conference rooms to local communities.
Latest News
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Small Wetlands, Big Benefit: How to Harness Nature to Filter Agricultural Runoff
A long-term study on an Illinois farm shows that constructed wetlands can reduce excess nutrients in agricultural runoff by nearly 50%.
Success
Nature’s Comebacks
Years of dedicated conservation efforts have saved many species from extinction. Celebrate with us!
Partnerships
Great Lakes Agriculture
Learn more about how The Nature Conservancy is working with partners to help protect our freshwater resources while also supporting farmers and related industries that are essential to the Great Lakes region and the country.
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Illinois Nature Notes for March
Wondering what plants and wildlife you can see in March? Check out TNC’s Nature Notes for a monthly update on natural events happening in Illinois!
We Can’t Save Nature Without You
Sign up to receive monthly conservation news and updates from Illinois. Get a preview of Illinois’ Nature News email.
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See the Places We Protect in Your Community
The Nature Conservancy has helped protect more than 100 sites throughout Illinois in the past 60 years, including prairies, savannas, forests, wetlands and rivers.