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The sun breaks over the horizon and orange skies are reflected in a pond below, ringed by pine trees.
Rhode Island Daybreak at Tillinghast Pond, TNC's largest nature preserve in the state. © Joseph Morel

Make a Difference in Rhode Island

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters on which all life depends, and for more than 50 years, we’ve been working in Rhode Island to do just that.

Support the RI Chapter
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The Future of Buildings

New state legislation offers a climate solution: retrofitting existing buildings to reduce carbon emissions and ensuring that new structures meet the highest energy efficiency standards.

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TNC, Land Trust Celebrate Protection of O'Leary Family Farm

Conservation partners help fulfill Ernie O'Leary's dream of protecting his family's land and keeping it in farming.

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RI Infrastructure Bank, TNC Announce $5.2 Million in Climate Action Grants

Eight Rhode Island communities will address flooding, coastal erosion and other local priorities with municipal resilience grant funding from the 2022 Green Bond.

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TNC Conserves Coastal Lands on Block Island and Moonstone Beach

Two acquisitions, long sought by local conservationists, protect clean water and wildlife habitat.

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Volunteer for Nature in Rhode Island

TNC volunteers help us achieve our mission and make a big difference across Rhode Island and beyond.

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A boardwalk trail winds through the woods in early spring.
ZigZag The boardwalk trail was designed to avoid cutting trees wherever possible. © Tim Mooney/TNC

Places We Protect

Discover TNC's Nature Trails in Rhode Island

Whether you're looking for a rugged day hike or just want to enjoy nature, TNC offers outstanding trail experiences for people of all abilities and backgrounds. Visit one of 25 nature preserves and reap the benefits of getting outside.

List of RI Nature Trails