The Nature Conservancy in Alabama

The Nature Conservancy is a leading conservation organization working around the world to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Together with our members, donors and conservation partners, The Nature Conservancy in Alabama has protected more than 145,000 acres of critical natural lands in Alabama. From longleaf pine forests and beaches along the Gulf Coast to the mountains and streams of north Alabama, the state’s varied geography provides for a wide range of plant and animal diversity. Our state boasts 18 river systems and more species of freshwater fish, mussels, turtles, snails and crayfish than any other state.