What's happening now: From Capitol Hill to the Rockies

Your support is helping us build a conservation legacy in your community and across America. From Capitol Hill to the Rocky Mountains, we’re working to advance historic conservation outcomes that not only protect our environment but also help nature-based local economies.

Final Piece Protected in Colorado’s Navajo River Watershed

The Navajo River watershed is one of the wildest and most pristine landscapes we’ve protected in Colorado. Beyond its beauty, the land is a critical wildlife corridor and is the last place grizzly bears were spotted in the state. Over the last 30 years, we have conserved 65,000 acres of private ranchlands in the watershed, and the recent protection of Banded Peak Ranch was the last piece of the puzzle.

Historic Bill Enhances Conservation Opportunities Across the U.S.

One of America’s most important conservation programs, the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), is now fully and permanently funded thanks to the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act. We utilize LWCF dollars to protect our treasured natural places, enhance recreational access and strengthen local economies. While we are still celebrating this historic victory, we’re also looking ahead. We’ll need your help scaling up in order meet the growing demand for conservation that provides both economic relief and addresses the challenges of our changing climate. Learn how you can help.

 Looking Back: Impacts and Accomplishments

What does one year of conservation look like? For us, it’s the completion of 156 projects across 35 states—that’s a 29% increase since 2018. This work across the U.S. was supported by 5,000 donors, with 460 of you making regular monthly donations. So, what do all those figures add up to? 5,000 jobs generated or maintained with 207,000 acres of land conserved across America! Learn more about these accomplishments in our 2019 annual report.

Stories like these would not be possible without support from our donors. If you are inspired, please give today. Your unrestricted donation offers the greatest flexibility for conservation and makes a big impact. Thank you.