Salish Sea
Central Cascades Wildlife Crossings
Atmospheric River
Infiltration Two-minute Takeaway
Forest Health
Forest Health
Protecting our Iconic Salmon
Recreation in Washington
Recreation in Washington
Recreation in Washington
Topography Two Minute Takeaway
Wildfire Smoke GIF
Sea Level Rise
Bycatch
Marine Food Web
The food web of our oceans is complex and delicate. Challenges, such as ocean acidification, that directly impact one type of marine animal have a cascading effect throughout the ecosystem.
Riprap
Riprap consists of rock, or other materials, engineered to protect shorelines against erosion. Conserving natural habitats, such as eelgrass and saltmarshes, reduce the need for riprap as they bind sediments, reduce wave energy, and grow upwards as sea levels rise, protecting lands and populations from storm impacts such as inundation and erosion.
Urban Tree Canopy
The many benefits of trees to cities.
Rain Garden
An illustration of how a rain garden works, below the surface.
Hanford Reach Map
Climate Change: Forests
Healthy forests foster a healthy planet. But higher temperatures and drier summers threaten forests and families alike.
Climate Change: Rivers
Washingtonβs rivers are running at extremes. Melting snowpack and severe rains that replace seasonal snow intensify flood risks. In turn, hot and dry summers sap precious water and decrease river flow.
Climate Change: Cities
Climate impacts flow into our cities and towns, affecting agriculture, economies, and community health.
Climate Change: Oceans
Pollution from land drifts to our oceansand threatens wildlife, while coasts are vulnerable to rising seas.
Log Jam
Rebuilding resilience in rivers. Large wood plays a critical role in maintaining physical complexity in streams.
Green Infrastructure
Green infrastructure in cities, along rivers, and on coastlines help make our communities safer and more resilient to a changing climate.
Heat Island Effect
Green infrastructure in cities helps make our communities safer and more resilient to a changing climate.
Hoh River Recreation & Conservation Area
Map showing The Nature Conservancy's newly formed conservation and recreation corridor from mountains to ocean in the Hoh River valley.
Nature's Mothers: Orca
Mother Nature has many mothers. These Washington State residents each care for their young in unique ways, creating an environment where their offspring can grow and thrive. The Nature Conservancy in Washington works to assure clean air and water, healthy forests and habitat for these critters and their babies.
Nature's Mothers: Goldfinch
Mother Nature has many mothers. These Washington State residents each care for their young in unique ways, creating an environment where their offspring can grow and thrive. The Nature Conservancy in Washington works to assure clean air and water, healthy forests and habitat for these critters and their babies.
Nature's Mothers: Chipmunk
Mother Nature has many mothers. These Washington State residents each care for their young in unique ways, creating an environment where their offspring can grow and thrive. The Nature Conservancy in Washington works to assure clean air and water, healthy forests and habitat for these critters and their babies.
Nature's Mothers: Steelhead Trout
Mother Nature has many mothers. These Washington State residents each care for their young in unique ways, creating an environment where their offspring can grow and thrive. The Nature Conservancy in Washington works to assure clean air and water, healthy forests and habitat for these critters and their babies.
Stories from the Sea
Stories from the Sea: Fishermen Confront Climate Change (link)
Moses Coulee Conservation Area
Map showing the Moses Coulee, Beezley Hills, and McCartney Creek preserves in eastern Washington.
Ocean Acidification Infographic
Ocean Acidification Infographic
Ocean Acidification Infographic
Ocean Acidification Infographic
Ocean Acidification
Ocean Acidification
Ocean Acidification
Climate Record
Rethinking Urban Stormwater
King Tides
Emerald Edge
The Emerald Edge is where vibrant indigenous and local communities secure a prosperous future where ancient forests stand, wild salmon run, and the vital connections between people and nature thrive for generations to come.
Oysters: All the Ways They Benefit Us
Oysters: All the Ways They Benefit Us
Oysters: All the Ways They Benefit Us
Forests & Water: Working Together
Sharks of Puget Sound
Coastal Resilience