The Conservation Fund
Our Projects
North Platte River
As part of an effort to provide additional recreational access along the North Platte River in southeastern Wyoming, The...
North Rim of the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is one of America’s favorite destinations—more than five million people visit each year to take in...
Northern Forestlands
Did you know that more than half of the forestland in the United States is privately owned and therefore...
Oconee National Forest
Did you know that forestry is the largest manufacturing sector in Georgia? Forests are a critical part of the state’s...
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
In the southeastern corner of Georgia, along the Florida border, lies one of the largest and most primitive swamps...
One of New Hampshire’s Oldest Town Forests Remains at the Forefront of Innovative Conservation
Founded in 1936, Gorham Town Forest has been successfully managed as a working forest for decades, and now acts...
Optimizing Environmental Stewardship: Maryland Route 301
The Maryland State Highway Administration turned to us to identify and evaluate conservation and restoration opportunities in the vicinity...
Optimizing Farmland Protection in Baltimore County
With one of the nation’s most established farmland preservation efforts, Baltimore County in 2006 reached a major milestone: preserving...
Optimizing Green Infrastructure and Farmland for Kent County, Delaware
Confronting haphazard sprawl, Delaware state leaders turned to us in 2006 to assess the green infrastructure resources in Kent...
Ouachita National Forest
The Ouachita National Forest covers 1.8 million acres across Oklahoma and Arkansas. This beautiful forest has mountains, lakes, rivers and trails open...
Pacific Crest Trail
Hikers call the Pacific Crest Trail one of the “triple crown” long-distance trails, along with the Appalachian Trail and...
Palisades Preserve
In 2007, the Fund aided the Great Rivers Land Trust and its partners in the creation of the Palisades...
Parks with Purpose in Atlanta
We are creating safe places to play, job training and easy access to greenspace in Atlanta’s historically underserved communities.
Parks with Purpose in Baltimore
Revitalizing a century’s old park to realize triple bottom-line community benefits of a healthy environment, economy and society.
Parks with Purpose in Durham
Enhancing the ecological health of Goose Creek stream while bringing triple bottom-line benefits to the surrounding Durham communities.
Parks with Purpose in Kansas City
A new green space in the Marlborough community aims to provide flood resilience, public health benefits and workforce training opportunities.
Parks with Purpose in Raleigh
Since 1985, The Conservation Fund has worked to protect and restore vital natural resources across all 50 states. Nationwide...
Pedro Bay Rivers Project, Alaska
The Bristol Bay region of Alaska is a pristine and important place. It’s home to the largest wild salmon...
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge
The National Wildlife Refuge System is the only network of federal lands specifically dedicated for wildlife conservation. It consists...
Pelican River Forest – Wisconsin
The forested landscapes of northern Wisconsin are a haven for both people and wildlife. Hosting a unique variety of...
Pershing State Park
Pershing State Park’s wet prairies and bottomland forests teem with diverse birds, endangered Indiana bats and lush plants.
In 2009,...
Petrified Forest National Park
Arizona’s Petrified Forest is famous for its expansive vistas—stark moon-like landscapes and the colorful eroding badlands of the Painted...
Pikes Peak Region - Colorado Springs
Long term vision and partnership protects significant open space at Colorado’s second fastest growing city.
why it matters
Colorado Springs sits...
Pinchot State Forest
In northeast Pennsylvania, Pinchot State Forest is a beautiful natural area that shelters wildlife and offers outdoor enthusiasts a colorful...
Pisgah National Forest
Rushing waterfalls and melodious birdcalls lift the deep quiet of Pisgah National Forest in the Appalachian Mountains.
In 2009, we...
Pleasant River Headwaters Forest – Maine
The nearly 27,000 acre Pleasant River Headwaters Forest is one of the last remaining large, unprotected forest blocks in...
Potomac Valley Audubon Society Watershed Education Initiative
Freshwater Institute staff assisted with the “Watershed Education Initiative,” an environmental education program offered by the Potomac Valley Audubon...
Powderhorn Ranch
Approximately 94% of land in Texas is privately owned. With the state’s population continuing to grow, there’s a critical...
Preserving African American History at Fort Blakeley, Alabama
The Battle of Fort Blakeley—which many have called the “last stand of the Confederate States of America”—ranks among the...
Preserving Farms and Natural Areas in the Ann Arbor Greenbelt
The Ann Arbor Greenbelt is an innovative long-term land preservation program to curb the negative effects of development and...
