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Finalists Named for Arizona's Cox Conserves Heroes Program, Voting Open


Finalists for Arizona's Cox Conserves Heroes program were announced today. A total of $15,000 will be donated to local environmental nonprofits. read more »

Finalists Named for Western Washington’s Cox Conserves Heroes Program, Public Asked to Vote


KIRO 7, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land (TPL), today announced the finalists for Western Washington’s fourth annual Cox Conserves Heroes program. read more »

Delaware State Forest Addition Completed


The Trust for Public Land announced today that it has permanently protected 310 acres of forest in the Township of Blooming Grove, Pike County, Pennsylvania. The property was transferred to the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry as an addition to the 80,267-acre Delaware State Forest. read more »

Galbraith Estate in Central O'ahu Protected For Farming


A partnership of public agencies and private non-profit organizations today announced that they have purchased more than 1,700 acres of land from the Estate of George Galbraith in Central O'ahu, and the land will be used for farming. read more »

Laura James Named Western Washington's 2012 Cox Conserves Hero


The Trust for Public Land (TPL), in Partnership with KIRO 7, announced Laura James as Western Washington’s 2012 Cox Conserves Hero. read more »

Two Federal Grants Announced for Maine Forest Projects


Federal grants totaling $8.73 million have been awarded to the Maine Department of Conservation (MDOC) and will be used to conserve two unique forest properties in Franklin County. read more »

Awards for Minnesota Conservation Leadership Announced


The Trust for Public Land recognizes outstanding leadership in conserving Minnesota landscapes read more »

Mississippi Northwoods Natural Area Deal Completed


Minnesota conservation advocates and Potlatch Corporation today announced the closing of an $11 million deal to conserve a very special natural area along the Mississippi River northeast of Brainerd, Minnesota, known by conservation leaders as "Mississippi River Northwoods." read more »

The Trust For Public Land and Cox Communications Seek Nominations for Santa Barbara’s Cox Conserves Hero


Cox Conserves Heroes-Santa Barbara, a national awards program that honors local conservation efforts launched today. read more »

25th Cox Conserves Hero Announced


Donna Shearer named the 25th Cox Conserves Hero. read more »

74 Acres of Wetlands Preserved Along East Sandusky Bay


A 74-acre marsh and wetlands property along East Sandusky Bay will now be added to the Wyandot Wetland Meadows Preserve, a part of Erie MetroParks’ East Sandusky Bay MetroPark. read more »

Anne Little Named Virginia’s 2012 Cox Conserves Hero


The Trust for Public Land today announced Anne Little as Virginia's 2012 Cox Conserves Hero. read more »

Balboa Park Reopens with New Playground and Community Art


SF Rec and Park Department in partnership with the Trust for Public Land celebrated the grand opening of Balboa Park on Saturday, August 18th, 2012, showcasing that community involvement and strong partnerships are keys to creating a special public open space. read more »

Glacier National Park Acquires Property of First Glacier Ranger


A 120-acre property, which was the home of one of the first rangers in Glacier National Park's history, is now part of the park, The Trust for Public Land, National Park Service, and the National Park Trust announced today. read more »

Land Near Lakehurst Runway Will Be Protected


A 1,800 acre parcel of land just off the end of the runway in New Jersey’s largest military base will be protected, The Trust for Public Land, a national conservation organization, announced today. The land includes the headwaters of the Toms River. read more »