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Green River Lock and Dam #5 Removal of the lock and dam will result in a healthier, safer, and more accessible river. © Mike Wilkinson
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Green River Lock and Dam #5 Removal Continues

Years in the making, this conservation win will result in a healthier, safer, and more accessible river.

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Fall Green Heart Plantings Begin

Thousands of trees will be planted for the Green Heart project in the next year. Learn more about the project here.

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Fields Notes Summer Issue

Our newest issue features dam removals on the Green River, improvements at our nature preserves, and more.

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Kentucky Chapter Adds Key Tract to Big South Fork

The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area just expanded by 460 acres, thanks to a new partnership between TNC and the Park Service.

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The Kentucky Chapter Thanks You

Learn about the Kentucky chapter's successful conservation campaign in this staff-led video!

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The Green Heart Project

Learn about this six-year scientific study into the human health benefits of urban greening.

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The Cumberland Forest Project

This 253,000-acre project spans three states and aims to demonstrate that people and nature can thrive together.

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See the Places We Protect in Your Community

Our Kentucky nature preserves help people connect with nature, providing 20 miles of hiking trails for visitors to enjoy.

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Our Partners

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Partnerships

Transitioning the Appalachian Economy

Learn how Leslie Ferguson-Oles is working with TNC to revitalize the eastern Kentucky economy for nature and people.

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Partnerships

Helping People Help the Land

Donna Gilland works with TNC and farmers to restore frequently flooded croplands to wetlands, a win for nature and people.

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Partnerships

Putting Fire on the Ground

Learn how E.J. Bunzendahl works with TNC to apply prescribed fire in the Daniel Boone National Forest.

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Kentucky Publications

Explore our print publications, from our Year in Review to our biannual newsletter, Field Notes.

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Nature Conservancy Magazine

Our latest insert in the magazine features a biological assessment that clears the way for removal of Green River Lock and Dam #5.

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