The Nature Conservancy in Idaho, Boise, ID Videos

Our friends at Intermountain Bird Observatory have trained biologists that catch, band, and release wild songbirds as part of standardized breeding season monitoring protocol—and you can watch and learn about birds while they do it! This last weekend, IBO banded birds at the Diane Moore Nature Center site near Boise, ID. Species caught included: Song sparrow Bewick's wren Bullock's oriole Yellow warbler Chickadee Black-chinned hummingbird Robin Rufous hummingbird Among other information, bird banding provides data on population numbers, age and sex ratios, reproductive success, breeding timing, migration movements, and individual longevity. This information can be used to study the impacts of climate change, the importance of different habitat types, and changes in species populations. Check out Intermountain Bird Observatory's website to learn how to sign up for their next open to the public banding session on August 7th: https://nature.ly/4dscCsM 🎥Scenes from 07/27/2024 Bird Banding at the Diane Moore Nature Center by Traci Swit/TNC

It's World Water Day! On the Bar 20 Ranch near Salmon, rolling hills of sagebrush and wet meadows sustain sage grouse and their breeding grounds, as well as a family-owned cattle operation. The ranch also includes a reach of Hayden Creek, the most important tributary to the Lemhi River for ocean-going fish, which often supports more than 25% of the total salmon spawning in the Lemhi Basin. TNC recently closed on a conservation easement to permanently protect 1,225 acres of vital habitat for fish, sage grouse and other wildlife. Learn more about this project and more in our newsletter➡️ https://nature.ly/3PVnNBd

"There’s reason to believe that we can turn the tide of the worst outcomes and we can defend the core if we get smart, if we work together, and if the dollars go for the right tools in the right places," said TNC's Sagebrush Sea Program Director, Matt Cahill, in a recent interview wih Science Moab. The Sagebrush Sea, one of the largest natural systems in North America, is shrinking at an alarming rate - 1 million acres per year. Learn about the scientific solutions and large-scale collaboration needed to reverse the loss of sagebrush by listening to the full episode here: https://nature.ly/3wTyhKE Thank you to Science Moab for providing the sound bite and graphic for this post!

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So many places to see. So many stories to tell. Show us how nature inspires you and enter our 2023 Photo Contest today! The Nature Conservancy's 2023 Photo Contest is open and runs through September 29 📸 Submit your favorite photos HERE: https://nature.ly/3Lobs6d

Already this summer we have seen many days over 100 degrees in our state. The Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance is providing support for agricultural workers working through extreme heat and smoke conditions—conditions that are worsening due to climate change: https://nature.ly/3q6LvRg. Visión2c Resource Council, who is featured in our Climate Solutions Video, is a member of the Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance: https://nature.ly/3QkfWhg

"Native Seeds: Supplying Restoration" Trailer
Curious about the people and processes behind the large-scale restoration of wild landscapes in the Western U.S.? Tune in weekly for a nine-part video series Native Seeds: Supplying Restoration! This series tells the story of the people working to scale up the supply of native seeds to meet the growing restoration demand. Episodes released each Thursday starting 6/29 at https://nature.ly/3PraTeu. Want to get involved? Join the International Network for Seed-based Restoration by visiting https://nature.ly/3JtDQCU.

Climate Solutions: Taking Action
You don't have to wait until Earth Day to make a difference! From the actions of student activists to innovative programs run by Tribal members, communities across Idaho are implementing creative solutions in the face of climate change. Hear their stories: https://nature.ly/3LgBQz0

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The Sagebrush Sea, one of the largest natural systems in North America, is shrinking at an alarming rate— 1 million acres per year. A lot is stake, including local economies and iconic wildlife. Learn how The Nature Conservancy is working across borders and with partners to protect this critical habitat: https://nature.ly/3J7LC4u

Climate Solutions: Take Action
Renewable energy, worker protection, advocacy, ecosystem restoration—this is what climate action in Idaho looks like. Together, Idahoans can advance solutions and build a bright future: https://nature.ly/3IDfN32 #ClimateSolutions

Climate Solutions: Reforestation
The challenges of climate change feel daunting, but we have solutions. Across the state, Idahoans are restoring our forests to address climate change and create more resilient communities. Watch and learn more: https://nature.ly/3kkEtp0

Male sage-grouse on lek
On Valentine’s Day, if you’re a Greater Sage-Grouse, you may be feeling lek-y! Every year, in late winter/early spring, sage-grouse meet at breeding sites (called leks) to begin a new mating season, and males put on a flashy dance to impress nearby females. They perform this dance across the Sagebrush Sea, which stretches 150 million acres over 13 Western states. Learn more about this iconic species and how TNC is helping to protect their habitat: https://nature.ly/3InJwhx Male sage-grouse displaying 📸U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, National Conservation Training Center, Creative Imagery

Climate Solutions: Regenerative Agriculture
Agriculture is the single largest contributor to Idaho's economy, and climate change is threatening its future. Idaho farmers, like the ones in this video, are trying innovative solutions that are building climate resilience and safeguarding our economy. Learn more: https://nature.ly/3E64jnf #ClimateSolutions

Thank You from The Nature Conservancy in Idaho
As 2022 comes to a close, we at TNC in Idaho want to say... THANK YOU! From habitat protection to restoration work to climate action, we couldn't advance critical conservation work in Idaho without you.

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The Sagebrush Sea is disappearing at a devastating pace and scale. But we have a plan. Spanning six states, TNC’s Sagebrush Sea Program is an unprecedented effort to coordinate conservation work across this entire ecosystem. In six states –Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming –TNC is combining protection and policy work with ground-breaking restoration advances, public and industry partnerships and local community projects. Learn about our efforts: https://nature.ly/3KvmPHV 📸Virginia Peak by Chip Carroon

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There’s just something about nature that sparks a sense of curiosity and awe in all of us. Share how you see world with others and enter The Nature Conservancy 2021 Photo Contest! See recent submissions and more here: https://nature.ly/3kfGz5v

Silver Creek Pictures from Lost River Outfitters

Dancing Sandhill Cranes

Arbor Day Story Time