Stories

Protecting Public Land

Matt Hudson of the National Park Service works with TNC to protect important lands for all to enjoy.

Aug 16, 2020

Tennessee Publications

We publish a bi-annual newsletter, quarterly Nature Conservancy magazine inserts and an Impact Report to share Tennessee conservation news with you.

If Trees Could Sing - Amy Grant & the Pecan Tree

Amy Grant talks about the pecan tree and the benefits that trees provide us.

If Trees Could Sing Jim Lauderdale The Sugarberry

Jim Lauderdale talks about the sugarberry tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Farmer Jason and the Hackberry

Farmer Jason (aka Jason Ringenberg) talks about the hackberry tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

May 27, 2020

Tennessee Conservation Milestones

Over more than four decades, The Nature Conservancy has protected 450,000 acres, created a system of 12 nature preserves, and worked with partners to create and expand public lands around Tennessee.

Dec 29, 2019

Tennessee Coneflower

The Tennessee coneflower is no longer endangered, thanks to the work of The Nature Conservancy and its partners over the past 30 years.

Dec 02, 2019

Cumberland Forest Project

TNC has a radical plan for safeguarding biodiversity in the face of climate change—and it starts with protecting 253,000 acres of central Appalachian forests.

By Jon Elliston | Oct 31, 2019

The Cumberland Forest Project: Conservation at Scale

With many years in the making, this innovative project demonstrates the climate benefits of sustainable forest management while providing positive conservation, community and financial returns.

Tennessee Hemlocks

Hemlocks in Tennessee are under attack by an invasive insect known as the hemlock woolly adelgid. Learn what you can do to help protect our hemlocks.

Cumberland Forest

The Nature Conservancy completes one of the largest land deals in TNC’s history of working in Kentucky and Tennessee.

Tennessee Caves (and Bats That Use Them)

With more than 10,000 caves in Tennessee, The Nature Conservancy has made preserving cave ecosystems a priority.

Jan 31, 2019

Tennessee Forests and Woodlands

Conserving forests supports wildlife, benefits water quality and combats the effects of climate change in Tennessee.

Bat House Information

Interested in having a bat house? Here are some tips and suggestions for how to get started.

Sep 14, 2018

If Trees Could Sing Taylor Hicks The Sweetbay Magnolia

Taylor Hicks talks about the sweetbay magnolia in this video for The nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Sep 12, 2018

Cumberland Plateau

The Cumberland Plateau is the world's longest hardwood forested plateau and is home to numerous plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth.

If Trees Could Sing Annie Sellick The Tulip Poplar

Annie Sellick talks about the tulip poplar in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

Sep 12, 2018

If Trees Could Sing The Bohannons The American Elm

The Bohannons talk about the American Elm in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

Sep 12, 2018

Tennessee River And Cumberland River Program

The Tennessee and Cumberland River basins are two of the most biologically rich river systems in North America. The Nature Conservancy is working to maintain their health for people and nature.

If Trees Could Sing Kathy Mattea The Southern Magnolia

Kathy Mattea talks about the Southern Magnolia in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Victor Wooten The Black Walnut

Victor Wooten talks about the black walnut tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Bill Lloyd The Yellowwood

Bill Lloyd talks about the yellowwood tree in this video for the "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Rodney Atkins The Redbud

Rodney Atkins talks about the redbud in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Hidden Gems

These tucked-away wild places could easily have been destroyed or developed—but they weren’t, thanks to The Nature Conservancy. Outdoorsman Hal Herring takes a closer look at three natural treasures worth a visit.

By Hal Herring | Mar 01, 2013

Help Protect Our Smoky Mountain Forests

Deadly invasive pests are threatening the majestic forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Help turn the tide!

If Trees Could Sing Reba Mcentire The Pin Oak

Reba McEntire talks about the pin oak tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Ketch Secor The Osage Orange

Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show talks about the osage orange in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Healthy Trees Healthy Tennessee

The Nature Conservancy's "Healthy Trees, Healthy Tennessee" program helps communities care for trees and minimize the impact of tree pests and diseases.

Deanie Richardson The Shagbark Hickory

Deanie Richardson talks about the shagbark hickory in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

If Trees Could Sing Fisk Jubilee Singers The Bald Cypress

The Fisk Jubilee Singers talk about the bald cypress in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Jerry Douglas The Red Maple

Jerry Douglas talks about the red maple in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Giancarlo Guerrero The Green Ash

Giancarlo Guerrero, Director of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, talks about the green ash in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Tim Obrien The Chinkapin Oak

Tim O'Brien talks about the chinkapin oak in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Ben Folds The Sweetgum

Ben Folds talks about the sweetgum tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

Humming House The Virginia Pine

The band Humming House talks about the Virginia pine in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

If Trees Could Sing Webb Wilder The Blue Spruce

Webb Wilder talks about the blue spruce in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Danimal Pinson The Ginkgo

Dan "Danimal" Pinson talks about the ginkgo in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing 8ball On The Benefits Of Trees

Rapper 8Ball talks about the beauty and benefits of trees in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

If Trees Could Sing Will Hoge The Willow Oak

Will Hoge talks about the willow oak in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Fletcher Bright The River Birch

Fletcher Bright talks about the river birch in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.

Bela Fleck Abigail Washburn The Sugar Maple

Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn talk about the sugar maple in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Mike Farris The Eastern Red Cedar

Mike Farris talks about the Eastern red cedar in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Suzy Bogguss The Flowering Dogwood

Suzy Bogguss talks about the flowering dogwood tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

If Trees Could Sing Kim Richey The Sycamore

Kim Richey talks about the sycamore tree in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" video series.

David Olney The White Oak

David Olney talks about the white oak in this video for The Nature Conservancy's "If Trees Could Sing" series.