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Appalachian Trail in Winter Hiking along a snowy Appalchian Trail. © Jacob Fisk

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The Nature Conservancy in Maryland / DC

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From western Maryland's Central Appalachian forests to our nation's capital and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay, we're working on the ground to deliver large-scale, science-based conservation projects that will help people and nature adapt to a changing climate.

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Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration

We're working with partners to give a boost to Maryland oyster farmers hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Our Stories

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Legislative Priorities: Leading Maryland Forward

Advocating for a cleaner future for Maryland's environment and communities.

Mar 23, 2020

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Conservation Update

Oyster Restoration in Maryland

We're bringing back an icon to the Chesapeake Bay.

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Strengthening Maryland's Coasts

Using science to quantify how natural coastal features like tidal wetlands help reduce the impacts of climate change.

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Conservation Update

Highlights

Explore conservation highlights from across Maryland and DC as featured in Nature Conservancy magazine's Spring 2021 issue.

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Conservation Update

Change is Here: 2020 Impact Report

A look back at conservation successes and where our work is headed in the coming year.

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Places We Protect

Connect with Nature

Experience and enjoy TNC's public preserves in Maryland and DC.

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Our Staff

Meet some of the people who are working to create lasting solutions in Maryland, DC and around the world.

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Conservation in Maryland and Washington, DC

Learn more about our conservation efforts across the region and ways that you can connect with nature.