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The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. Visit us at http://www.nature.org/ to find out how you can make a difference.

Use Your Outside Voice: Speak up for Nature!

Here’s a chance for you to make a real difference for nature across the country – right now!

The U.S. Congress has been considering drastic and disproportionate cuts to the nation's natural resources budget, and The Nature Conservancy has launched a new web site, Use Your Outside Voice, to give supporters like you and all supporters of nature a voice in this and other relevant policy discussions.

You have three different opportunities to use your voice.

If you are ready to take action today you can call your Congressman, write to your Senator, let them know you support conservation programs.

You can also sign the pledge to join our community of advocates who are looking to speak up for nature. We will keep in touch with you and let you know how we can work together to use our Outside Voice.

Or inspire others when you share your story of how changes in your local wildernesses, parks and special places are affecting you and your community.

Investing in conservation is the way we can help keep our country beautiful, strong, prosperous and healthy. So, join a community of people who speak up for nature to help save the places we love!

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Use Your Outside Voice - Sign the Petition!

Friends and supporters, we need you to use your Outside Voice to speak up for nature! The U.S. Congress is considering drastic and disproportionate cuts to our nation's natural resources budget. Conservation spending did not cause our deficit and cu...

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Celebrate Earth Day on April 22!

Here are 3 easy ways you can prepare for Earth Day and make an impact for nature! 1. Sign the Earth Day Petition - Inspire others and pledge to make meaningful food choices that will make a difference for your health and the well-being of the plan...

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Freshwater Scientist Answers Your Questions

Conservancy Senior Freshwater Scientist Jeff Opperman will answer your questions about water live on February 10 at 12 p.m. EST. Submit your questions, and then tune in on February 10 to watch Jeff respond. Questions can also be submitted during ...

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You Be the Judge - Vote for the Best Nature Photo!

Please tell us which nature image is your favorite.You can help inspire others to care for nature when you vote for the winner of the 5th Annual Digital Photo Contest.More than 26,000 images were submitted to this year's contest – amazing tri...

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Turning Cyber Monday into Green Gift Monday

Every year we spend more and more on Cyber Monday. Imagine the difference we could make if just a fraction of that money was spent on responsible, meaningful holiday gifts. Find out what you can do to turn Cyber Monday into Green Gift Monday.

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