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Canoe Ride A couple canoes along the Mississippi River in the fall in Minnesota. © Richard Hamilton Smith

Make a Difference in Minnesota

The Nature Conservancy is bringing a spirit of innovation to preserving life on Earth. In Minnesota, we’re working with diverse partners to protect our waters, forests and grasslands; build sustainable food and water systems; and tackle climate change. We're also working and organizing with local communities to leverage nature as a tool to build a brighter future for all Minnesotans.

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How a Tiny Fish Made a Big Comeback

Restorations along streams in southwestern Minnesota have led to huge improvements in Topeka shiner populations. 

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The Nature Conservancy Plants 2.3 Million Trees in Minnesota in 2024

TNC in Minnesota has planted more than 10 million trees since 2005 to benefit people and nature.

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Protecting Minnesota’s Native Rough Fish

Minnesota protects species of suckers, gar and other native rough fish, which were long mistreated by anglers seeking walleye and bass.

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Trees. Water. Soil. A campaign by The Nature Conservancy. © Artwork by Blackbird Revolt
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Invest in Nature’s Solutions

To effectively tackle climate change, we need to use all of our tools—including nature-based solutions. Through simple actions, we can harness nature-based climate solutions to protect our communities, our food systems and our future.

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Dakota skipper The Dakota skipper is one of the rarest butterflies in North America. © Chris Anderson/TNC

Places We Protect

See the Places We Protect in Your Community

For 60 years, The Nature Conservancy has worked to protect lands and waters in Minnesota.

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About the Tri-State Chapter

Get to know The Nature Conservancy's only tri-state chapter, and learn about some of the work happening in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.

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