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In 1920 there were nearly 1 million Black farmers in America. Today that number had dwindled by nearly 95%. But in some corners of the country, communities are reclaiming and redefining that legacy by supporting small and sustainable Black farms. In the latest issue of Nature Conservancy magazine, read about a community near Dayton, Ohio, that is renewing that legacy in environmentally innovative ways. https://nature.ly/4cmaHGq
In Washington, research shows central and eastern dry forests are vulnerable to wildfire, including mature and old-growth forests. That's why The Nature Conservancy, Washington Department of Natural Resources, and our partners are focused on swift and proactive ecological forest management in Washington state that ensures communities do not need to choose between climate- and wildfire-mitigation goals – they can achieve both. https://nature.ly/499mhSM
We’re excited to share that Congress just approved $12 million in Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) dollars for our Washington Cascades Project. This funding marks the completion of a decade-long effort to protect critical lands in the headwaters of the Yakima River Basin, increasing recreational access and supporting healthy forests and water supply for nature and people. Thank you to Senator Murray, Senator Cantwell and Rep. Schrier for your steadfast support! Read more here ⬇️
New research conducted in Tacoma, Washington builds on previous research, revealing that on a hyper-local scale every tree contributes to decreased air temperature. Read the release: https://nature.ly/4aatdj4
In Washington, research shows central and eastern dry forests are vulnerable to wildfire, including mature and old-growth forests. That's why The Nature Conservancy, Washington Department of Natural Resources, and our partners are focused on swift and proactive ecological forest management in Washington state that ensures communities do not need to choose between climate- and wildfire-mitigation goals – they can achieve both. This week, the Biden Administration is hosting a Mature and Old-growth Forest summit, bringing together forest and fire experts from across the country to discuss forest management that benefits people and nature. Learn more by watching the video: https://nature.ly/3TnUl8K
Sleep is critical to not just our sanity but our survival, but did you know that not all animals sleep? 😴 Learn more: https://nature.ly/3TmMuIN
President Capoeman of the Quinault Indian Nation along with TNC’s Washington state director, Mike Stevens, authored a Seattle Times op-ed calling attention to a historic opportunity for Climate Commitment Act dollars to support the re-acquisition of 11,000+ acres of forestlands within the Quinault Indian Reservation. Returning these lands to the Quinault Indian Nation would support vital cultural connections and economic value as well as the climate benefits for all of Washington. Read more: https://nature.ly/3wBnUuH