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October 27, 2008: Nature Conservancy to honor Anne Duncan, NRG Texas during 16th-annual Houston Awards Luncheon
The Woodlands Development Company will receive special award; Nature Conservancy lead scientist M.A. Sanjayan will deliver keynote address


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

September 21, 2008: Nature Conservancy of Texas Member Richard Garriott will Orbit Earth to Promote Global Conservation
Visitor to International Space Station will track progress, deterioration of ecologically sensitive sites in Texas and around the planet.


Niki McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

Paco Felici
(512) 784-2375
pfelici@tnc.org

September 22, 2008: Richard Garriott, miembro de The Nature Conservancy en Texas, irá en órbita alrededor del planeta
Como parte de su viaje a la Estación Espacial Internacional, tomará nota de mejoramientos y deterioro en lugares ecologicamente importantes en Texas y alrededor del mundo


Paco Felici
(210) 224-8774 extensión 225, celular (512) 784-2375, pfelici@tnc.org

September 08, 2008: Nature Conservancy to honor George Bristol during Sept. 12 event
Organization’s lead scientist M.A. Sanjayan will deliver keynote; Joe Ely will provide music for the event


Niki McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

August 27, 2008: The Nature Conservancy le ofrece a los texanos sugerencias para una vida “verde”
Las investigaciones indican que, con el alza en los precios de energía, muchos americanos quieren tomar pasos para proteger el medio ambiente, pero no saben por dónde empezar


Paco Felici
(210) 224-8774 extensión 225 o
celular (512) 784-2375
pfelici@tnc.org

August 27, 2008: Nature Conservancy offers Texans simple steps for ‘going green’
Research shows that, with soaring energy costs, many Americans want to make a difference but don’t know where to begin


Niki McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

June 04, 2008: Conservancy's bat cave preserve near Mason provides summer education, entertainment for families
Evening flight of 1 million bats is a natural wonder that also benefits agriculture


Paco Felici
(512) 784-2375
pfelici@tnc.org

May 22, 2008: Nature Conservancy of Texas urges parents to take their kids outdoors this summer
Growing research shows ‘nature-deficit disorder’ negatively affects children’s health


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

May 22, 2008: Nature Conservancy de Texas le anima a los padres a que sus niños jueguen al aire libre este verano
Un creciente número de estudios señala que el "síndrome del déficit de la naturaleza" afecta de forma negativa la salúd de los jóvenes


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

Paco Felici
(512) 784-2375

April 30, 2008: Laura J. Huffman Named Director of The Nature Conservancy of Texas
Will assume new leadership role following almost two decades of public service to Texans


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org
Paco Felici
(512) 784-2375
pfelici@tnc.org

April 28, 2008: Oyster-bed restoration project to create new habitat for oysters, fish along Texas Coast
Nature Conservancy deposits oyster shell into shallow water as pilot project


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

April 17, 2008: Online 'Carbon Footprint Calculator' helps Texans address global warming for Earth Day
Nature Conservancy calculator shows individuals how personal choices impact worldwide carbon emissions


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

April 09, 2008: Rare South American bird seen at Southmost Preserve near Brownsville
Hundreds of enthusiasts view fork-tailed flycatcher at Nature Conservancy wildlife sanctuary under shadow of proposed border wall


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x5612
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

April 09, 2008: Rara especie de ave suramericano aparece en la reserva natural Southmost cerca de Brownsville
Cientos de personas observan a pájaro "tijereta sabanera" en el santuario natural que se encuentra en al camino del muro fronterizo propuesto


Niki F. McDaniel
(210) 224-8774 x217
nmcdaniel@tnc.org

March 04, 2008: Conservancy helps Austin conserve 3,000 acres
Property protected through purchase of land, conservation easements


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

January 30, 2008: Nature Conservancy protects nearly 50,000 acres in Texas in 2007
Conservation easements with willing private landowners account for most of the land conserved


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

December 05, 2007: Texas director Carter Smith named executive director of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Smith helped expand non-profit's private, public partnerships


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

November 15, 2007: Conservancy buys 6,000 acres to protect lesser prairie chickens in Texas High Plains
Former Fitzgerald Ranch is group's first conservation purchase in the region.


Niki McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

September 25, 2007: New Public trail opens October 5 at Davis Mountains Preserve
Madera Canyon Hiking Trail will offer views of mountain peaks, Madera Canyon watershed


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

June 28, 2007: Nature Conservancy donates nature preserve on South Padre Island to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
South Padre Island Preserve’s endangered species will be protected through transfer of land to Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

May 02, 2007: The Nature Conservancy of Texas opens office in Uvalde
Non-profit group offers assistance to landowners and community for conserving land and water


Rebecca Flack
830) 591-0006, (210) 823-3060 cell, rflack@tnc.org, The Nature Conservancy of Texas

May 02, 2007: Photographs celebrate Texas nature
Images of Nature Conservancy preserves in the Lone Star State to be featured beginning May 12 at William Campbell Contemporary Art


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217, William and Pam Campbell, (817) 737-9566,wcca@flash.net; William Campbell Contemporary Art

April 27, 2007: Nature Conservancy volunteer Rick Norwood wins Texas Environmental Excellence Award from TCEQ
Award earned for development of database for monitoring endangered songbirds at Fort Hood


Niki F. McDaniel
nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

March 05, 2007: Nature Conservancy pilot project to protect seagrass for sport fish in upper Laguna Madre
Voluntary boat lanes help prevent ‘prop scarring,’ preserve fish nurseries


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

February 09, 2007: The Nature Conservancy of Texas honors biology professor Frank Judd with special award
South Texas scientist is recognized for contributions to natural history and science education


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

January 25, 2007: Lake O' the Pines water to be released for environmental flows study in Big Cypress Bayou and Caddo
Pioneering project will help determine methods to ensure adequate water for people and wildlife


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217 or Rick Lowerre, 512-469-6000, rl@caddolake.us, Caddo Lake Institute

January 09, 2007: National Park Service, Nature Conservancy to expand longleaf pine restoration efforts at Big Thicket
Expansion of pilot project will use environmentally sensitive timber harvesting of non-native trees to pay for restoring majestic longleaf pine forest


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

December 19, 2006: Invasive cactus moth threatens prickly pear, agriculture and wildlife
Texans are asked to keep an eye out for caterpillars


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

November 03, 2006: Nature Conservancy launches Pedernales River Project
Conservation group opens Johnson City office to provide outreach to landowners


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

November 03, 2006: The Nature Conservancy presents Fred and Loucille Dahmer Conservation Award to Paul Fortune
Karnack native receives award for commitment to conserving Caddo Lake


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

October 02, 2006: Caddo Lake ecological-flows workshop set for Oct. 3 and 4
Scientists, water managers, community members pioneer methodology for means to ensure adequate water for people and wildlife


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

September 06, 2006: Trail dedication held at Southmost Preserve
Trail dedication held at Southmost Preserve; General Motors funding provides new boardwalk and viewing platform


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 5612

May 19, 2006: Nature Conservancy announces acquisition of parkland for San Marcos
Roger's Ridge 251-acre tract will protect San Marcos Springs


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

April 03, 2006: Family donates conservation easement on 10,000-acre South Texas ranch to The Nature Conservancy
Six generations of historic Fair Oaks Ranch heritage to be preserved


Niki F. McDaniel
Senior Media Relations Manager, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, 210-224-8774, ext. 217

August 09, 2005: Dual photography exhibits to celebrate nature
Nature Conservancy, Blue Star to present companion exhibits September 2-October 9 as part of Fotoseptiembre


Niki Frances McDaniel
210-224-8774, ext. 217, nmcdaniel@tnc.org

December 01, 2004: Nature Conservancy creates Las Estrellas Preserve in Starr County
Endangered star cactus protected on 415-acre former ranch


Lisa Williams
digital pager (956) 384-5740, lwilliams@tnc.org or Niki F. McDaniel,(210) 224-8774, x 217, nmcdaniel@tnc.org, The Nature Conservancy of Texas

July 01, 2004: Nature Conservancy buys 10,000 acres in Davis Mountains
Land will be added to Davis Mountains Preserve; interpretive nature trail planned


Niki McDaniel
(210) 224-8774, ext. 217, nmcdaniel@tnc.org

April 20, 2004: On Earth Day, The Nature Conservancy of Texas celebrates 40 years of saving Texas' great places
Land conserved for wildlife in the Lone Star State approaches 1 million acres


Niki McDaniel
(210) 224-8774, ext. 217, nmcdaniel@tnc.org

April 19, 2004: Bipartisan national poll shows strong voter support for clean air, water and land protection issues
Willingness to pay for conservation measures widespread


Jim Petterson
The Nature Conservancy, 303-541-0369; jpetterson@tnc.org or Tim Ahern, Trust for Public Land, 415-495-4014, ext. 425; tim.ahern@tpl.org

January 21, 2004: Partnership created between Texas A&M-Commerce, The Nature Conservancy
Partnership will study wildlife conservation at new nature preserve - University students will explore ecology and offer community educational outreach


Niki F. McDaniel
Phone: (210) 224-8774, ext. 217
E-mail: nmcdaniel@tnc.org

December 09, 2003: Nature Conservancy launches Blanco River Project
Nature Conservancy launches Blanco River Project and opens local office in Wimberley, Texas


Steve Jester
The Nature Conservancy of Texas, Steve Jester, (512) 847-0790, sjester@tnc.org

July 10, 2003: Nature Conservancy purchases 87,000 acres
Largest private conservation deal in state will safeguard the headwaters of the Devils River


Niki Frances McDaniel
Phone: (210) 224-8774, ext. 217
E-mail: nmcdaniel@tnc.org