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Washington Initiative 1631
Initiative 1631 is a practical first step to ensure clean air and clean water for everyone in Washington and The Nature Conservancy is committed to passing it on November 6.
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Hope on the Half Shell
Oysters are part of a huge shellfish industry in Washington and throughout the coastal United States.
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Winter’s White Wings
Have you seen bright white birds this winter? Snow geese and swans come in large flocks every year. Snowy owls are rarer treats for Washington. Ptarmigans live here year round. All these birds boast beautiful plumage, no matter how dark and gray our skies.
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Must-See Migrations
Springtime's arrival sends thousands of animals in motion—walking, crawling, swimming and flying to their summer homes and breeding grounds. For many creatures, the seasonal journey includes a layover in Washington, reminding us of the link between conservation here and around the world.
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Coastal Resilience Touches Down in Puget Sound
The Nature Conservancy studies estuaries and climate change through coastal resilience in Puget Sound.
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