Why conserve land?
Conserving land means sustaining the environment that sustains ourselves. Tens of thousands of acres of important natural lands keep our water clean, our air clear, and give us a connection to nature. The majority of these valuable natural lands are owned by private individuals and businesses. These lands are being urbanized at an alarming rate. In order to sustain the natural environment, Three Rivers developed a strategy to conserve key lands. We met with many groups, reviewed many scientific documents and developed our Conservation Strategies Plan. We identified and prioritized some of the most valuable and threatened land in our Three Rivers region (the watersheds of the lower Willamette, Tualatin and Clackamas Rivers ). This plan relies on private landowner involvement. Three Rivers works with these private landowners to conserve the important public values that still exist on their land. By conserving these lands, we can ensure the quality of life of people in Washington, Clackam
