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Blue Eyed Mary thrives in woodlands, creating a stunning blue carpet across the forest floor.
Blue Eyed Marys This plant often thrives in woodlands, creating a stunning blue carpet across the forest floor. © Taylor Hallow

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Since 1978, we have helped conserve over 450,000 acres across Tennessee. Discover how The Nature Conservancy is working with partners across the state to preserve and protect our incredible natural areas for generations to come.

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More Lands Secured for Conservation and Recreation

TNC announced the transfer of a 2,613-acre conservation and public recreation easement to expand the North Cumberland WMA.

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Tennessee SWAP

TNC's State Wildlife Action Plan Conservation Manager updated peers on the plan’s progress at the Tennessee Land Conservation Summit.

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Webinar Series

We invite you to explore our Tennessee Webinar series as a way of enjoying nature from the comfort of your own home.

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Winter Field Notes

The winter issue of Tennessee Field Notes focuses on the 60,000 miles of rivers, streams and creeks that flow throughout our state.

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North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area Expands

Conservation groups join forces to expand Tennessee's largest Wildlife Management Area.

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Tennessee Partners Convene Around the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP)

A new steering committee includes key partners committed to supporting a dynamic and effective State Wildlife Action Plan.

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Saving Tennessee Bats

Our Tennessee bat expert, Cory Holliday, speaks with CNN about efforts to save bats suffering from white nose syndrome.

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Bald Cypress Trees The Hatchie River surrounds a stand of water-loving bald cypress trees. © Byron Jorjorian

Nature News

Twice a year, this Nature Conservancy magazine insert highlights recent conservation wins in the Tennessee.

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Conservation Update

Tennessee Year in Review

Learn about TNC's most recent conservation wins around the state of Tennessee.

Year In Review
Cades Cove Clouds frame Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. © The Nature Conservancy/Terry Cook

Success

Tennessee Milestones

See what we've been able to accomplish, thanks to your support, over 40 years since opening our doors in Tennessee.

Milestones
Great Smoky Mountains Fog emerges from the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. © Byron Jorjorian

Places We Protect

The Nature Conservancy owns nearly 1,500 preserves covering more than 2.5 million acres across all 50 states. Check out our preserves in Tennessee.

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Cumberland Sandwort In April 2022, The Nature Conservancy gathered with other partners to mark and celebrate the delisting of the Cumberland Sandwort under the federal Endangered Species Act. © Randall Spradlin/State of Tennessee

Policy Initiatives in Tennessee

Did you know The Nature Conservancy collaborates with government agencies, landowners, and the community, while advocating to lawmakers, to conserve the natural places you love and deepen the connection between communities and the environment?

Our 2025 Policy Efforts