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TNC Texas Flowers bloom at the Clive Runnells Family Mad Island Marsh Preserve on Matagorda Bay. © Jacqueline Ferrato
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Make a Difference in Texas

The Nature Conservancy has protected land and water in Texas since 1964. To date, we’ve conserved nearly one million acres of land and more than 200 miles of rivers and streams. With your support, we can continue working to safeguard the state’s natural landscapes, preserve the Gulf of Mexico and improve the resilience of Texas cities for future generations to enjoy.

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Protecting Nature for Tomorrow's Texas

The Nature Conservancy in Texas is developing solutions that will help ensure the natural places, spaces and resources we depend upon and love can continue to thrive long into the future. Join us today as we protect nature for tomorrow’s Texas.

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What We Do in the Lone Star State

We're working collaboratively with partners to protect nature and develop sound science that supports ecology, economy, public health and equity.

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Turning the Tide for Texas Oysters

The Nature Conservancy in Texas is turning the tide for oysters in the Gulf of Mexico, using an innovative restoration approach to revitalize oyster populations for ecology and economy alike.

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Texas Conservation Partnerships

In collaboration with ranchers, farmers and other stakeholders, TNC is working on ways to both feed a growing population and ensure clean and abundant water supplies and healthy lands.

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How We Work with Fire in Texas

Prescribed fire is the most important land management and stewardship tool we use for conservation. Learn more about how TNC's Texas Chapter works with fire to help people and nature thrive.

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Tipping Point for Texas Oysters

Once the cornerstone of the Texas Gulf Coast economy, oyster populations have reached historic lows. TNC in Texas is working with partners and Gulf fishers to restore marine habitat while helping revive the economic vitality of our oyster fisheries.

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2022 Texas Annual Report

Learn more about our conservation priorities and highlights of our work from the past year.

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Places We Protect

See the Places We Protect in Your Community

With 37 Texas nature preserves and conservation properties and more than 130 easements, we have to date protected more than 900,000 acres in Texas.

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