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 More Water Returns to Historic Wetlands
Pioneering wetland restoration action continues at Williamson River Delta Preserve on Oregon's Upper Klamath Lake. Following last fall's explosive efforts, heavy machinery breached six additional levees this fall, flooding 200-400 acres. As lake levels rise this winter, about 2,200 acres will flood and begin reverting to wetlands, benefiting endangered fish and other wildlife and improving the lake's water quality.
 Natural Light
Photo Slideshow
For the past three years, Rick McEwan, a retired teacher living in northeastern Oregon, has generously shared his awe-inspiring imagery with The Nature Conservancy, traveling to over ten preserves in the last year alone. See the natural drama of Oregon's coastline through the his lens.
 Can Dogs Help Save Rare Plants?
See video and photos of Rogue the dog, part of a Nature Conservancy collaborative project to test the efficacy of using dogs to sniff out threatened Kincaid’s lupine. The plant is host to the endangered Fender’s blue butterfly, found only in the Willamette Valley.
The Inside Story
To learn about what we've been working on lately, download our Fall 2008 Oregon newsletter. Contents include the Conservancy's first-ever preserve in Yamhill County, questions we’re addressing about how to help fish, wildlife and ecosystems adapt to global warming, and volunteer efforts to restore riparian habitats on the Middle Fork John Day and Sandy rivers. Our 2009 Natural History Excursion brochure—with an array of cruises, hikes, birding opportunities and rafting trips—was the issue's insert.
 The Power to Save Oregon's Salmon
You care about the Earth so you recycle, drive as little as possible and, perhaps, buy green power. But did you know your electric bill can help protect and restore salmon habitats in Oregon? Contributions go into the Salmon Habitat Fund, which The Nature Conservancy distributes to cost-effective on-the-ground projects. Sign up today, and help save Oregon’s salmon!
Field Trips
The Nature Conservancy has been creating nature-based travel adventures since the late 1980s. Download our 2009 Natural History Excursion brochure to learn more about upcoming trips including a chance to witness bald eagles in their Klamath Basin wintering habitat, and a wildlife cruise through Mexico's Sea of Cortez. Take an Adventure with Us!
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Announcements
The Nature Conservancy Applauds Klamath Agreement
The Nature Conservancy Bestows Eighth Annual Conservation Leadersip Awards
New Preserve Protects Willamette Valley Habitats
Places We Protect
A prairie-covered plateau with mile-high lakes and a steep canyon, Clear Lake Ridge Preserve hosts more than 250 species of birds. Located east of Joseph in northeastern Oregon, Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, cougar and black bear are also found here, as well as colonies of Belding ground squirrels that support raptors, coyote and badger.
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Volunteer
Want to experience nature, and learn about imperiled species and wild habitats, while working alongside others who love nature? The Nature Conservancy offers lots of ways to lend nature a hand!
Find out How You Can Help
Monthly Updates
Join the Conservancy's Great Places Network, and stay current with monthly e-mail updates with the latest conservation news, recent success stories and information about places you care about in Oregon and beyond.
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