Press Releases
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August 12, 2008: Wayne National Forest Land Purchase Completed
U.S. Forest Service and The Nature Conservancy celebrates partnership protecting 4,100 acres in Ironton Ranger District
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 339-8110
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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July 31, 2008: Campaign for the Clean Ohio Fund Launched
The Nature Conservancy urges Ohioans to vote yes in November
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 339-8110
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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June 11, 2008: Senate Passes Historic Water Management Plan
Great Lakes Compact sent to governor for signature
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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June 02, 2008: Ohioans Will Vote on Popular Clean Ohio Fund
Ohio voters will have a chance in November to reauthorize the popular and effective Clean Ohio Fund, a program that has given cleaner water, healthier cities, outdoor recreation opportunities and wildlife habitat to communities throughout Ohio.
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 339-8110
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org
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May 28, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Hires New Director in Ohio
The Nature Conservancy, a leading conservation organization celebrating 50 years of protecting ecologically important lands and waters in Ohio, has selected an Ohio native with a strong resume in international business to direct the organization’s successful local and global conservation strategies in the state.
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 339-8110
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org
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May 22, 2008: Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Ohio
The Nature Conservancy has been working to protect Ohio’s plants and wildlife since May 24, 1958
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 25, 2008: The Nature Conservancy and Meijer Re-Launch Garden Center Partnership with Earth Day “Open House”
New Look, Big Contest, More Choices for Shoppers This Year
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 24, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Urges House to Pass Ballast Water Legislation
Ballast Water Treatment Act will protect our waters from destructive invaders
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 22, 2008: Exel Launches Associate Environmental Program with a $10,000 Donation to The Nature Conservancy
Portion of donation will be used to plant trees as part of the restoration of the headwaters of Big Darby Creek National Scenic River.
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 02, 2008: Clean Ohio Fund Headed for Fall Ballot
Popular State Conservation Program Benefits All Ohioans
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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March 20, 2008: Top 10 Ways to Reduce Water Use and Save Money
World Water Day, March 22nd, Highlights Threats to Freshwater Systems around the Globe and the Need for Reducing Water Consumption
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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February 06, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Applauds Governor Strickland for Renewed Investment in the Clean Ohio Fund
Administration seeks $400 million for preservation of farms, open spaces and environmental restoration projects
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David Dadurka
(301) 897-8570
ddadurka@tnc.org
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January 08, 2008: Ohio Forests Growing Greener
The Nature Conservancy supports Gov. Strickland’s move toward certification
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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December 18, 2007: Ohioans Should Act on Climate Change
The Nature Conservancy urges Ohioans to join us in the fight against climate change
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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November 29, 2007: Freshwater Protection Program Benefits Ohioans
The Nature Conservancy Promotes Success of Scioto CREP
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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November 13, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Expands Baker Swamp Preserve
Purchase protects largest, high-quality example of a Teays wetland community in Ohio
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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October 17, 2007: Rebecca Smith Named Acting State Director of Ohio
Smith filling in for Rich Shank, who is stepping down after six years as state director
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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October 17, 2007: Wetland Restoration Takes Shape
The Nature Conservancy to restore 100 acres at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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September 14, 2007: Wayne National Forest Grows
U.S. Forest Service and The Nature Conservancy join to protect 1,268 acres in Lawrence County. A portion of the new land has been honored for noted conservationist Ora E. Anderson
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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August 28, 2007: Land Protected for Rare Plants and Animals
School children and Buckeye Trail hikers also will benefit from recent land buys at The Nature Conservancy’s Edge of Appalachia Preserve
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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July 24, 2007: Agreement protects more than 450 acres along Scioto River
Voluntary permanent easement preserves habitat for future generations
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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June 27, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Appoints Two Top Conservationists to Ohio Board of Trustees
Speck, Gabel boast lifetimes of conservation efforts
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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June 19, 2007: Budget Provision Threatens Ohio’s Waters
The Nature Conservancy calls on lawmakers to enforce existing law protecting families and communities from untreated sewage
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 11, 2007: Nature Conservancy Scientists Help Meijer Shoppers Pick Better Plants This Spring
Meijer Removes Two Known Invasives, Unveils New Plant Tag for Garden Centers
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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April 10, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Supports Budget Stability for ODNR
Ohio's Natural Resources Deserve Adequate Protection
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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March 19, 2007: Former ODNR Director Honored
The Nature Conservancy presents conservation leadership award to Sam Speck
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Jessica Sharon
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 52
E-mail: jsharon@tnc.org |
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March 16, 2007: Conservation Leader Recognized
The Nature Conservancy Presents 2007 Oak Leaf Award to Harry Kangis
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Jessica Sharon
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 52
E-mail: jsharon@tnc.org |
