“This is a great occasion made possible by the partnership of Conservation Northwest with the Lower Similkameen Indian Band, not only for the sməlqmíx, but for anyone wishing to return a balance to tmixʷ (all living things)," said Chief Keith Crow. "The sməlqmíx have significant history on the lands from before contact and before any border was made, as we know and as our Okanagan and Colville family know." https://lnkd.in/gysMQDpP
Conservation Northwest
Environmental Services
Seattle, WA 4,610 followers
Keeping the Northwest wild we protect, connect and restore wildlands and wildlife from the WA Coast to the B.C. Rockies.
About us
Our mission is simple: connect the big landscapes, restore iconic wildlife and protect our natural heritage for future generations. From the Washington Coast to the British Columbia Rockies, we’re your voice for conserving wildlands and wildlife. Our Mission: We protect, connect and restore wildlands and wildlife from the Washington Coast to the British Columbia Rockies. About Us: Founded in Bellingham, Washington in 1989, we’re your voice for conserving local wildlands and wildlife. Our approximately 20 staffers and half a dozen regular contractors represent 4,000 dues-paying members in Washington, British Columbia and beyond. Our conservation community also includes more than sixteen thousand activists, supporters and online followers. Bold, innovative and effective, we’ve protected hundreds of thousands of acres of wildlands, supported the recovery of threatened species from wolves to fishers, and touched thousands of lives throughout the greater Northwest. Our successful campaigns and groundbreaking collaborations help define our effective approach to conservation. Elected leaders, government agencies, and conservationists know us for being science-based and tenacious, yet pragmatic. Our Work: We recognize that for long-term progress, conservation must go hand-in-hand with healthy, prosperous communities. We’re restoring wildlands and wildlife by working with diverse stakeholders. Through dialogue, we find common ground and collaborative solutions for challenging issues including habitat corridors, wilderness conservation, forest restoration and endangered species recovery across our region. Conservationists, farmers, Indigenous and First Nations peoples, hikers and climbers, hunters and anglers—we all share a love for wildness, wild animals and careful stewardship of the natural legacy we leave for generations to come. We know that by working together, we’re building a stronger, wilder future in the Pacific Northwest!
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External link for Conservation Northwest
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Seattle, WA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- wildlife, wilderness, wolves, wolverines, conservation, grizzly, old growth, forests, partnerships, advocacy, science, biodiversity, and collaboration
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1829 10th Ave W.
Suite B
Seattle, WA 98119, US
Employees at Conservation Northwest
Updates
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"(Conservation Northwest's Mitch) Friedman said one of his greatest joys, honours, and privileges of his career and life has been his relationship with the LSIB. 'This is a beautiful community blessed to live in and steward a most beautiful landscape. I hope that the LSIB and its Similkameen territory remain strong and healthy for thousands of years to come, and that CNW’s support and impact last for many of those years.' https://lnkd.in/gQa7ySmM
Non-profit donates $350KUSD to the Lower Similkameen Indian Band to buy and protect traditional territory - Penticton News
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Building on our 25-year partnership, Conservation Northwest is honored to fund the Lower Similkameen Indian Band's acquisition of 157 acres of ancestral lands and critical sagelands habitat. This collaborative support will also advance protection efforts in the Similkameen and Ashnola River Valleys and support negotiations for a National Park Reserve in Canada. Working with Indigenous partners like the LSIB deepens our commitment to conservation and cultural stewardship, safeguarding these lands for generations to come. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWrrcySV
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If you're headed out to the trails to enjoy these last few beautiful fall weekends, remember how your presence there impacts wildlife and their habitat. “Outdoor recreation can pose some challenges for wildlife, especially during critical times of the year or in important habitats. Public lands are not playgrounds but living landscapes that need respect,” said Kurt Hellmann, Conservation Northwest’s wildlife recreation coexistence senior coordinator." Learn more about recreating with respect in this great article by the Washington Trails Association: https://lnkd.in/g6ScmD2W
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In a big win for our waters, the Biden Administration announced a historic new effort to conserve and protect 10 critical U.S. fish passage projects. Two of these initial projects are in Washington! We're thrilled to see Gold Creek Restoration Project in Kittiats County prioritized, as we have been working with partners on protecting this critical link through the Cascades. We're also excited to see the Enloe Dam Removal, Feasability, Design and Permiting Project has also made the top ten, which will open up fish passage in a culturally significant site in north central Washington for the first time in more than 100 years. Thank you, Biden Administration, for investing in our wildlife and restoring sensitive habitats and precious natural resources! https://lnkd.in/gkP2PiQK
Historic Conservation Progress: Transformational Fish Passage Projects to Rejuvenate Ecosystems, Bolster Climate Resilience, and Support Cleaner Water for Communities Across the Nation | CEQ | The White House
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Thank you to all who came out and filled the Roslyn Theatre for our film showing and panel discussion of "Wild Ways: Why Keeping Washington's Habitat Connected Matters"! We love that about 50 curious folks came out to learn about the work being done to connect our state's wild lands, protect wildlife and make our roadways safer for drivers and critters. We'll have more of these events on the east side of the mountains this fall (next up: Methow Valley on Oct. 24!) and then will bring the tour to west and southwest Washington later in the winter. Do you have a group that would like us to host a film showing? Let us know! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dYtN4Vj6 Thank you to our partner panelists at the Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife and WSDOT and our friends at the charming Roslyn Theatre for hosting us! Film directed by Ted Grudowski
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🌲 Urge the U.S. Forest Service to adopt the following recommendations to a historic federal policy proposal by submitting public comments until September 20th! 🌲 Read our full recommendation and use our sample letter provided: https://lnkd.in/gBBbUd2k The US Forest Service are writing new policies to prioritize climate-informed strategies to enhance forest carbon storage, increase wildfire resilience, and mitigate climate impacts on federal lands. Old-growth forests and trees are not only invaluable in terms of cultural, and biodiversity values, but they also play a crucial ecosystem role in effectively combatting the impacts of climate change. While this current proposal is a great step forward in climate-smart management, we highlighted three areas the proposal can be strengthened. 1. Prevent degradation of existing forests 2. Embrace passive management 3. Establish clear stewardship standards National Old-Growth Amendment Draft: https://lnkd.in/gnDmMHfj USFS comment portal: https://lnkd.in/gHCPF5fm
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A historic federal policy proposal by the U.S. Forest Service is prioritizing climate-informed strategies to enhance forest carbon, increase wildfire resilience, and mitigate climate impacts on federal lands. Here are three areas the proposal can be strengthened: • Prevent Degradation: The policy must include clear directives to protect and enhance existing old-growth forests and trees, ensuring that management actions are beneficial to long-term health. • Embrace Passive Management: It is essential to acknowledge that many existing old-growth forests, like those in the Pacific Northwest and eastern U.S., do not require active management. Appropriate restraint is as valuable as active management. • Establish Clear Standards: Consistent guidelines must be established for the stewardship of sufficient older mature forests that can restore old-growth distribution and abundance. Urge USFS to adopt these recommendations by Sept. 20th to make this policy as effective as possible in safeguarding our nation's forest for future generations. Sample letter provided: https://lnkd.in/gBBbUd2k USFS Comment Portal: https://lnkd.in/gss8PAdG?
Urgent Support Needed on National Policy to Conserve Old-Growth Forests!
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Want to protect and restore Washington's wildlife and wildlands? Conservation Northwest is working hard for you! Watch this short video to learn more about our mission and why we do it. 💚 🎥: Directed by Ted Grudowski https://lnkd.in/gp9jyDX3
Conservation Northwest Sizzle Reel
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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 effortlessly create your estate plan in as little as 20 minutes while supporting our mission, ensuring your loved ones are protected and leaving a lasting impact on the Northwest. https://lnkd.in/g-jFUeud