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Methow Conservancy
The mission of this nonprofit land trust is to preserve "the sparkling waters, clean air, spectacular views, trails, wildlife, diverse vegetation, rural lifestyle, sense of open space, access to the Cascades, and outdoor recreational activities" of northern Washington's Methow Valley in Okanogan County. Site includes an easement map, newsletter, and a collection of links sustainable building and natural resources links ( Electronic Library ) as well as information on conservation, education, and events.
URL: http://www.methowconservancy.org/
Biodiversity and Conservation
This "hypertext book" explores "the origin, nature and value of biological diversity, the threats to its continued existence, and approaches to preserving what is left." Features chapters on whaling and fishing, endangered species protection, and captive breeding. Includes graphs, illustrations, and links. Searchable. From the School of Biological Sciences, University of California, Irvine.
URL: http://darwin.bio.uci.edu/~sustain/bio65/Titlpage.htm
Conservation Central
"Conservation Central is a habitat education program ... [which] explores the temperate forest, home of the giant panda and black bear" through online activities. Activities include designing a panda habitat, conserving a forest habitat, and exploring a virtual forest. Also includes teaching materials, learning activities, panda photos, and links to related information. From the Smithsonian National Zoological Park.
URL: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Education/ConservationCentral/
Coastal Conservancy
A California agency "that uses entrepreneurial techniques to purchase, protect, restore, and enhance coastal resources, and to provide access to the shore." The site provides information and links to programs and projects, such the Hearst Ranch Conservation Plan, the Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project, and the San Francisco Bay Joint Venture. Also includes maps, news back to 2000, and a list of publications.
URL: http://www.coastalconservancy.ca.gov
PRBO Conservation Science
Founded as the Point Reyes Bird Observatory, this organization is dedicated to "conserving birds, other wildlife and their ecosystems." Site includes an overview of the organization's research and environmental education programs; an online journal and newsletter; facts sheets on enhancing native bird habitats (for backyards, land, orchards, and horse ranches); schedule of birding trips; and map and directions to PRBO's Palomarin Field Station, where the public can observe bird-banding demonstrations.
URL: http://www.prbo.org/cms/index.php
Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
This center's "activities integrate scientific research, education, and outreach so that people, themselves major catalysts in the rapid loss of biodiversity, will become participants in its conservation." The site features center publications, information about symposia, and an overview of center activities in areas such as invertebrate conservation and remote sensing. Searchable. Part of the American Museum of Natural History.
URL: http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/
Conservation International (CI)
This nonprofit organization "applies innovations in science, economics, policy and community participation to protect the Earth's richest regions of plant and animal diversity." The site profiles CI's work in tropical wilderness areas, marine ecosystems, regions of the world (Africa, Asia-Pacific, Mesoamerica, South America), and the Hotspots, "the richest and most threatened reservoirs of plant and animal life on Earth."
URL: http://www.conservation.org/
Biodiversity and Conservation: The Web of Life
This site from the Field Museum (Chicago) features background information and educational materials on biodiversity and conservation. Includes fact sheets on biodiversity, information about the museum's 2003/2004 "Year of Biodiversity and Conservation" program, classroom resources, scientist profiles, an interactive exhibit on global diversity, and resources for activism.
URL: http://www.fieldmuseum.org/biodiversity/
The Evolution of the Conservation Movement: 1850-1920
This site documents "...the historical formation and cultural foundations of the movement to conserve and protect America's natural heritage, through books, pamphlets, government documents, manuscripts, prints, photographs, and motion picture footage drawn from the collections of the Library of Congress." (The films are available in QuickTime, MPEG, and RealPlayer formats.) The contents of the site are arranged by subject and author and are searchable. There is also a chronology of selected events. From the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress.
URL: http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/amrvhtml/conshome.html
Washington State Conservation Commission
Supporting the agency's mission to protect, conserve, and enhance the natural resources of Washington state, this site provides conservation news, program information, links to local conservation districts, and a searchable library of hundreds of documents and links to other conservation resources. Programs include salmon recovery and dairy nutrient management planning.
URL: http://www.scc.wa.gov/
National Parks and Conservation Association
Information about United States national parks, including wildlife, ecology, threats to the parks, and various conservation and preservation actions to protect the parks. From an organization dedicated to safeguarding "the scenic beauty, wildlife, and historical and cultural treasures of the largest and most diverse park system in the world."
URL: http://www.npca.org/
Forest Conservation Portal
This searchable site is dedicated to "ending deforestation, preserving old-growth forests, conserving all forests, maintaining climatic systems and commencing the age of ecological restoration." The site has conservation news, "interactive maps of the world's forests, eco-regions and protected areas," related links arranged by topic, and an archive has "over 30,000 forest conservation news articles from last eight years" for various parts of the world.
URL: http://forests.org/
California Digital Conservation Atlas
This atlas "is California's comprehensive public website for conservation information. It is designed to provide easy-to-use, map views of California's natural resources." It features information for the entire state or by region about terrestrial biodiversity, aquatic biodiversity and watersheds, urban open space and rural recreation, working landscapes, and environmental stressors. From the California Resources Agency.
URL: http://atlas.resources.ca.gov/
Madagascar Wildlife Conservation
This site's goal is "to preserve biodiversity in key areas by promoting a long-term conservation process that integrates development, environmental education and research." The site includes a list of conservation and humanitarian organizations working in Madagascar, news summaries and links, and links to related sites. Also includes information about a case study of Andreba, Madagascar.
URL: http://www.mwc-info.net/en/
Northwest Power and Conservation Council
"The Council develops and maintains a regional power plan and a fish and wildlife program to balance the Northwest's environment and energy needs." This Web site educates the public about energy and environmental issues by providing access to reports and papers, success stories, a Northwest power supply and electricity demand update, and federal legislation updates. Users may sign up for a monthly e-newsletter. Archived and searchable.
URL: http://www.nwcouncil.org/
Bear Research, Education and Conservation Program
"The only facility in the world to house adult grizzlies for research" describes the program and its mission, resources, and research. Also lists recent publications and bear-related links. From the Department of Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University (WSU).
URL: http://www.natural-resources.wsu.edu/research/bear-center/
Planning and Conservation League and PCL Foundation
An alliance "to protect wildlife and restore the quality of California's environment through legislative and administrative action." The site includes a list of all current environmental bills with the league's position, action alerts, transportation problems (traffic, air and water pollution, off-road vehicle use), a report on watershed management, and a list of environmental jobs.
URL: http://www.pcl.org/
Washington's Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy
This document outlines the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's "management framework for the protection of Washington [state]'s species and habitats in greatest need of conservation." Topics covered include water quality, salmon recovery, forest conservation, agriculture and livestock, species of concern in the state, and related areas. Includes background, information about Washington state's "ecoregions," a glossary, and a list of acronyms.
URL: http://wdfw.wa.gov/wlm/cwcs/
The Colorado River Water Conservation District
Background information and updates about this public water policy agency concerned with "conservation, use and development of the water resources of the Colorado River and its principal tributaries." The site features studies and reports, maps, a glossary of Colorado water terms, lesson plans and interactive quizzes for teachers, and other materials.
URL: http://www.crwcd.org/
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