Fifty years ago, the first Earth Day celebration attracted 20 million Americans and led to the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency and laws like the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act. It’s a great reminder that collective efforts do make a difference. Especially in these challenging times we need to support one another to get the job done. At TNC, we focus on relationships with partners, donors, contractors and each other to protect the forests that provide Kaua‘i’s fresh water. We are growing the next generation of conservationists as we train new interns and are sharing our pioneering Australian tree fern control methods with colleagues and partners across the state. I invite you to take a few minutes out of your day and come with us into the forest. Read More