The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia

For over 40 years, The Nature Conservancy has been present in West Virginia, protecting our first lands in Cranesville Swamp in 1964. Today, the West Virginia Chapter is proud to announce that through the ongoing support of our membership and conservation partners we have protected over 100,000 acres in West Virginia.

News

Air pollution is threatening the future of the Appalachians, impacting everything from rare salamanders to forest production. Read the full report to learn what the Conservancy and the Cary Institute discovered.

Central Appalachians

Its extensive mountain ranges, valleys and rivers are rich in plant and animal life and provide recreational resources for the residents of West Virginia. Learn more about the vast Central Appalachians.

Adopt an Acre!

The Nature Conservancy’s Adopt an Acre® program is raising funds to to help protect the Appalachians. By adopting an acre for yourself or a friend, you can help protect one of the world's most beautiful and diverse habitats.

Places We Protect

Got the itch to get outside and enjoy the season? The Conservancy invites you to smell the flowers and feel the sun on your skin at one of our open preserves this summer.

Get in touch with the places you’ve helped to protect in West Virginia.