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Protecting California's Waters
A collaborative plan by The Nature Conservancy, Environmental Defense and commercial fisherment to establish no-trawl zones in more than 3.8 million acres of ocean off Central California's coast was recently adopted by the Pacific Fishery Management Council. These no-trawl zones will protect valuable habitat, including rocky reefs, offshore banks, underwater canyons, seamounts and coral gardens that harbor a spectacular diversity of ocean life. | |
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Our Values
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. As we pursue this mission, we are guided by a set of values including integrity beyond approach and a commitment to people. | |
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Correction
Due to a technical error in the November issue of Great Places, the link for the story entitled "Beyond Kyoto" was incorrect. The correct link for the article is here. We regret the error. | | |
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Jaguar Habitat and Center of Maya Civilization Protected in Historic Land Deal
The Nature Conservancy and its partners have protected more than 370,000 acres of threatened tropical forest that are home to one of the world’s largest population of jaguars, along with one of the most important ruins of Maya civilization. The forest area, located in the heart of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in the Yucatan Peninsula, is one the most biologically diverse and archeologically significant sites in North America. The deal -- the largest conservation land transaction in Mexican history -- will ensure that the area will be permanently protected from rapidly expanding development and other environmental threats.
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World Conservation Congress Meets in Bangkok
More than 4,800 conservationists, policymakers and community representatives from around the globe gathered recently at the World Conservation Congress. Held every four years, the Congress is the venue for conservation organizations and participating governments to share ideas and find common
ground to advance conservation efforts worldwide. The Congress theme, "People and Nature - only one world", highlights conservation as an integral component of economic development. Learn more about this important conference and read postcards from one of the attendees.
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Give a Gift Membership!
Do you have a friend or family member interested in conservation? This holiday season, give the gift of Nature Conservancy membership. The recipient of your gift will be welcomed into the Conservancy's family of dedicated individuals committed to saving the last great places on Earth.
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