TennGreen Land Conservancy

As Tennessee's oldest accredited statewide land conservancy, TennGreen Land Conservancy is dedicated to protecting the air we breathe, the water we drink, the vistas we cherish, and everything in between. And all of that is made possible thanks to the generous support of our members and partners.

Sponsoring and participating in TennGreen's annual Hike-a-Thon is a fun way to encourage team building and further your company's wellness goals. In 2024, HK Architects sponsored the Hike-a-Thon for a second year in a row. Their employees formed a team to participate in the competition and enjoyed getting outside and exploring nature's beauty together. Pictured here is their team, the ‘HK Architreks’ on an adventure at Sunset Rock along Lookout Mountain. During the Hike-a-Thon, the HK Architreks completed a total of 208 outdoor adventures and logged more than 520 miles—so impressive! ➡️ Learn about Hike-a-Thon sponsorship opportunities: https://heyor.ca/5HZfPV

Good land stewardship is essential to keeping Tennessee beautiful and healthy. On occasion, we assist landowners with land management projects on their properties. One such way is through invasive species mitigation, which, thanks to awesome volunteers, we helped fight against at Harmony Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, a TennGreen-held easement property. Volunteers from AllianceBernstein recently helped remove bush honeysuckle, privet, and ailanthus from the forest. Their efforts removed more than 100 plants! If your company is interested in volunteering with TennGreen, please email chad@tenngreen.org.

This past fall, we expanded the North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area (WMA) by more than 700 acres in partnership with The Nature Conservancy and The Conservation Fund. This WMA, comprised of nearly 200,000 acres of continuous public land, is home to some of Tennessee’s rarest and most spectacular species of birds and wildlife and one of the largest free-roaming elk populations east of the Mississippi. It provides bountiful opportunities for birdwatching, backcountry camping, hunting, and more. Beyond enhancing recreation and protecting critical wildlife habitat, this expansion helps to safeguard water quality along the New River. ➡️ Read more about this 2024 success: https://heyor.ca/bSLSiK

Missed our recent webinar for Tennessee landowners? 🎥 Don’t worry—you can catch the recording on our YouTube channel! Watch to learn about conservation easements and the USFWS Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program, which provides free technical and financial assistance to landowners interested in improving wildlife habitat on their land.

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Did you know, in 2024, 91% of Hike-a-Thon participants were Tennessee residents? Sponsoring TennGreen's annual Hike-a-Thon is a great way for your company to increase brand awareness and form meaningful connections with eco-conscious consumers living in our state. Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2025 Hike-a-Thon! ➡️ Learn more: https://heyor.ca/5HZfPV

We recently completed a conservation easement protecting 308 acres in West Tennessee! Located just 34 miles north of Memphis, the newly protected Chickasaw Bluff property features a towering 200-foot bluff offering sweeping views of the Mississippi River. This diverse landscape, a mix of forests and fields, is home to a variety of wildlife and shares its southern boundary with The Great River Road National Scenic Byway and Audubon’s Great River Birding Trail. With this conservation easement in place, development will be limited, and the viewshed will be protected for generations to come. ➡️ Read more: https://heyor.ca/w0XwJX Thank you to Patriot Bank and Richard C B. of United Country Real Estate for assistance in this project.

Please join us in congratulating TennGreen Board member, James Garges, on his upcoming induction into the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Hall of Fame! Jim dedicated much of his career to serving the communities of Delaware, OH; Kettering, OH; and Cincinnati, OH, holding leadership roles such as Director of Delaware Parks and Recreation, Director of the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts (where his department won a National Gold Medal), and Director of the Cincinnati Recreation Commission. Additionally, he served as Deputy Director of Recreation in Topeka, KS, and concluded his career following ten years of service as Director of Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation in Charlotte, NC. Over the course of his career, Jim contributed to state and national professional associations, serving on their boards and providing training and innovative leadership. His efforts not only advanced the profession and engaged both professionals and volunteers but also significantly enriched the lives of citizens in the communities he served. Now, we're lucky to have Jim as a member of TennGreen's Board, where he's dedicating his talents to furthering our conservation mission in Tennessee. Congratulations, James! 🎉