Conservation Northwest

🌲 Urge the U.S. Forest Service to adopt the following recommendations to a historic federal policy proposal by submitting public comments until 9/20! Read our article and use the sample letter provided: conservationnw.org/news-updates/u…

A historic federal policy proposal by the U.S. Forest Service is prioritizing climate-informed strategies to improve ecosystem resilience. We listed three areas the proposal can be strengthened. Learn more: conservationnw.org/news-updates/u…

In honor of National Make-A-Will month, we teamed up with FreeWill as a free, easy-to-use resource to help you create your will. Learn how FreeWill enables you to create your estate plan while supporting organizations like ours. freewill.com/conservationno…

Join us Aug. 29th at REI Seattle as we learn from National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about the return of the grizzly bear to the North Cascades and review how to be bear aware while enjoying the great outdoors + a raffle!🐻 RSVP: rei.com/events/banc/re…

August is National Make-A-Will Month! 🌿 We partnered with FreeWill to offer a free resource to create your will. Whether you’re planning for loved ones or considering a gift to keep the Northwest wild, starting your will can secure your legacy. freewill.com/conservationno…

This week, we received the “Organization of the Year” award from the WA Dept. of Fish & Wildlife. As a longstanding partner of WDFW, we appreciate their collaboration, support, and shared commitment to preserving and protecting Washington’s habitats, and fish and wildlife.

We’re excited to kickoff off the Wild Ways Film Tour, starting in Wenatchee. This free screening will showcase innovative wildlife crossing that enhance safety for people and wildlife and invite discussion from experts. give.conservationnw.org/event/wild-way… 08/22, 7 PM @ Host Wenatchee

“The Commission’s decision is based on fear, not science,” said Paula Sweeden of Conservation Northwest. “We think it could backfire on wolves.” nwsportsmanmag.com/fish-and-wildl…

WDFW recognizes volunteers, partners, and educators for conservation commitment by @WDFW link.medium.com/PKVEyesbPKb

Looking for a local outdoor gig this summer? Consider becoming a seasonal outreach specialist for Conservation Northwest's 2024 iteration of the Wildlife Ambassador Project, our outreach initiative about recreating with respect to wildlife. conservationnw.org/wp-content/upl…

Seeking volunteers this weekend, June 8th! Help Conservation Northwest's Sagelands Heritage Program and the WDFW remove old, barbed wire fencing on the L.T. Murray Wildlife Area near Ellensburg, WA. Sign up: forms.gle/XSfpm1BmX8aAkB…

Conservation Northwest is hiring TWO seasonal outreach specialists to help the 2024 iteration of the Wildlife Ambassador Project, where we conduct in-person outreach about recreating with respect to wildlife. conservationnw.org/wp-content/upl…

We are a week away from our 2024 Southwest Washington Habitat Connectivity Summit focused on large-scale landscape connectivity for people and the environment. Join us on May 22nd near Centralia for a day of keynotes and panel discussions! Register: give.conservationnw.org/event/southwes…

Register now for free! Join Conservation Northwest at the 2024 Southwest Washington Habitat Connectivity Summit focused on large-scale landscape connectivity for people and the environment. give.conservationnw.org/event/southwes…

Donate today: wagives.org/organization/c…

Today continues the 48-hour GiveBIG fundraising event happening statewide. We have already reached 75% of our fundraising goal, and need your support to round us out! Help further advance conservation work in the Northwest with your donation. youtu.be/fnHkikKsBhg?si…

"The narrative about Cascades grizzly recovery will take decades to unfold. But with science, education, and a little human tolerance, it can be one of the greatest conservation success stories of ours and future generations." - Joe Scott, Conservation NW methowvalleynews.com/2024/05/02/fed…

Wolves gotta respect the new Conservation Northwest range riding team. 🐺

Take action by May 2nd to support the Gold Creek Valley Restoration Project. Home to two large wildlife underpasses, restoration efforts are the next logical step to restore historically rich and complex riparian habitats to the Cascades. Learn more: conservationnw.org/news-updates/t…

“This has been accomplished with the hard work of cattle producers, county, state and federal agency staff, and many non-profit folks, including those in our organization.”

“Wolves are doing well in Washington as the 2023 WDFW Annual Wolf Report indicates. Numbers related to population health are generally up or holding steady,” said Jay Shepherd, who leads Conservation Northwest’s wolf program. conservationnw.org/news-updates/a…