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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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Our Strategic Priorities

Discover our local conservation priorities here in Tennessee as we help to accomplish TNC's ambitious 2030 goals.

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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.

Laurel Creech is The Nature Conservancy's state director in Tennessee.

Laurel Creech

Discover how Laurel Creech is leading conservation action in Tennessee—read her blog.

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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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Summer Field Notes

Explore groundbreaking land protection efforts in West Tennessee and get the latest scoop on the spring fire season.

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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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Tennessee Year in Review

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

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

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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