Conservation Legacy

Conservation Legacy

Non-profit Organizations

Durango, Colorado 7,174 followers

Fostering Conservation Service in Support of Communities and Ecosystems.

About us

Conservation Legacy is a national organization dedicated to supporting locally based conservation service programs. We operate and support programs that provide service and work opportunities for a diverse group of individuals to complete important conservation and community projects for the public benefit.

Website
http://www.conservationlegacy.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Durango, Colorado
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1998
Specialties
Conservation Corps Operations, Conservation and Service Projects, Environmental Services and Education, and Community and Youth Development

Locations

  • Primary

    701 Camino Del Rio

    Suite 101

    Durango, Colorado 81301, US

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Employees at Conservation Legacy

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    📍 Carlsbad Caverns National Park Thanks to funding from the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund, Conservation Corps New Mexico (CCNM) teamed up with master stonemason Bruce Wright to restore Carlsbad Caverns' historic stone guardrail along the 1934 entrance road and the batflight amphitheater. CCNM members learned hands-on skills in preservation, guided by Bruce’s expertise in a trade that’s becoming rare. Corpsmember Malcom Begay shared, “It motivated me to go beyond my limits and learn something new.” For corpsmember Rebeka Diosas, the project opened new career possibilities: “It broadened what I knew was possible.” Bruce says of the growth in these members: “They’ve gained skills and knowledge they can now pass on. Every morning we set goals, and they reach them.” Through efforts like this, we're not just preserving our parks but also nurturing the next generation of preservationists. 🌿 ⭐ Read the full highlight: https://lnkd.in/gUxc4C5K

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    We’re thrilled to announce that positions are now open for four winter trail crews! We’re looking for Crew Leaders, Assistant Crew Leaders, and Crew Members! Check out the available positions and apply today through the link in our bio. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of these amazing teams this winter❄️☃️: 🔥🏕️ Kentucky Fire & Recreation Crew: 🔥🏕️ •Serve with The Daniel Boone National Forest and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area •Take on natural resource management projects, including fuels management, prescribed fire, trail building and maintenance, and recreation site improvements •Gain leadership and technical skills through training and professional development. 🔥🎖️NPS Veterans Fire Corps Crew: 🔥🎖️ •Serve at Big South Fork National River & Recreation •Gain hands-on experience in prescribed fire, fuels management, and natural resource management •Prepare for a career in wildland firefighting and park management. 🌳❌Boundary Marking Crew: 🌳❌ •Serve across the Francis Marion Sumter, Daniel Boone, and Ouachita National Forests •Conduct renewal and maintenance of US Forest Service boundary lines and corners 🐟🌳Watershed Restoration Crew: 🐟🌳 •Serve in the Cherokee National Forest •Use advanced felling and rigging techniques with chainsaws to place trees in streams •Aid in the restoration of aquatic habitats for native species in the Citico Creek Watershed and other areas. Conservation Legacy AmeriCorps National Park Service Serve Kentucky #TrailCrew #WinterAdventures #JoinTheTeam #OutdoorJobs #TrailMaintenance #DanielBooneNationalForest #LandBetweenTheLakes #BigSouthForkNationalRiver #VeteransFireCorps #WatershedRestoration

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    🌄 Last week, our Conservation staff gathered in the beautiful Durango, CO for a leadership retreat! Our Executive Directors from across the country along with support staff leadership were able to come together to strategize, connect, and plan impactful projects that will drive our mission forward. The retreat was full of discussions, team-building activities, and moments of reflection on the mission to foster resilient communities and healthy ecosystems. Here's to strong leadership, collaboration, and the incredible work ahead! 💚 Appalachian Conservation Corps Arizona Conservation Corps Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps Conservation Corps North Carolina Conservation Corps New Mexico Southeast Conservation Corps Southwest Conservation Corps Stewards Individual Placements

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    🌟 Meet Mel Williams (they/them), one of our incredible crew leaders who has poured their heart into guiding crews through the Southeast Conservation Corps (SECC) and Appalachian Conservation Corps (ACC) over the past few years! From leading trail crews to currently heading up the Womens+ Trades Crew, Mel has had the unique experience of serving with two of the eight amazing programs that make up Conservation Legacy! 📸 Swipe right to check out some of Mel's favorite snapshots from their time in the field – each one a testament to the hard work, growth, and amazing experiences shared with their crews. Mel wanted to give a shoutout to the SECC and ACC staff: "Huge shoutout to Megan Rockefeller for teaching me everything I know, and Kelsey Durr and Eleanor Trott, my very supportive coordinators!"

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    Yesterday we said Happy Birthday to the National Park Service! We want to highlight the importance of NPS with a story of resilience against the threat of invasive species. 🌍 In the American Southwest, the National Park Service (NPS) is tackling the issue of invasive species head-on with the help of restoration biologists, park managers, and partners like Southwest Conservation Corps and Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps. These efforts are focused on eradicating invasive plants and restoring native vegetation across 13 parks. 🌿 From the tamarisk and Russian olive in Bandelier National Monument to the water hyacinth in San Antonio Missions, each park faces unique challenges. NPS is using a combination of manual removal and herbicide treatments to manage these invasives, allowing native species to reclaim their habitats. This hands-on work is vital to ensuring the long-term health of our riparian ecosystems. 🌱 Read more at the link here: https://lnkd.in/geAXnuA4

    Restoring Balance: The Battle Against Invasive Riparian Plant Species (U.S. National Park Service)

    Restoring Balance: The Battle Against Invasive Riparian Plant Species (U.S. National Park Service)

    nps.gov

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    🌟Meet the Executive Directors of Conservation Legacy 🌟 JUAN FERNANDEZ FROM SOUTHWEST CONSERVATION CORPS! 🎶 Fun Facts about Juan: 👉 He loves the opera and even served on the board of the Pensacola Opera for 6 years. Some of his favorites include Don Giovanni, Madam Butterfly, and La Traviata. 👉 During COVID, Juan spent almost 2 years traveling in a camper with his family of four, letting NPS sites guide their journey. They visited 27 National Parks and a total of 63 NPS sites! 👉 He is an amateur astronomer who adores dark skies and stargazing. 🥑 Favorite Snack: "I am not very picky and will snack on almost anything. My favorite snack while hiking or on the trail is avocado with salt and a handful of almonds. During warm summer months, my go to is an open faced tomato sandwich." Thank you for your leadership, Juan! We’re thrilled to have you as part of the Conservation Legacy team. Southwest Conservation Corps

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    🌟Meet the Executive Directors of Conservation Legacy 🌟 Next up, meet our energetic leader from Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps, Chas Robles, who has been the Executive Director since 2015! 🤣 Fun Fact: "It takes me 5 minutes to make minute rice." 🍉 Favorite Snack: "Watermelon with lemon and Tajín. If you haven’t had it, it’ll change the way you look at the world." Chas brings enthusiasm and dedication to Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps, leading with a passion for preserving cultural heritage and natural landscapes! We are so grateful to have you be a HUGE part of the Conservation Legacy team! Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps

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    Greg Sherman, one of Conservation Corps New Mexico's dedicated Individual Placements, recently had an incredible experience exploring the world of songbird mist-netting with a skilled bird team. He focused on molt data, carefully aging the birds, and banded Black-capped Vireos and Painted Buntings—truly a special moment in avian conservation. 🐦 And that was just the start! Greg also traveled to Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery, where he played a crucial role in capturing catfish to be stocked at Fort Cavazos. These hands-on experiences were enriched by attending the Early Career Conservationist Workshop, where Greg gained invaluable knowledge. 🐟 🌟 We celebrate Greg and all of our Individual Placements for their commitment to conservation! U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Conservation Corps New Mexico

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    🌟Meet the Executive Directors of Conservation Legacy 🌟 Next up, meet our dedicated Stewards East leader from West Virginia, April, who has been with Conservation Legacy for an incredible 17 years! Throughout the name changes, logos, and even hair colors, April has remained a steadfast presence within our organization. 🌿 Fun Fact: April can trace her family roots from Wales to WV! Her family migrated to the US, where they settled in WV to be coal miners and farmers. She is a fifth-generation West Virginian who grew up on the same farmland her ancestors settled on, and her parents still call it home! 🥕 Favorite Snack: "Anything I can harvest from my backyard garden – including the family heirloom ramp patch I cultivated from both of my grandfather’s farms." April is proud to be a West Virginian, or Mountain Mama if you will, as she has only lived in the place she calls home. While she enjoys traveling and visiting the coast, there is no place like home in her WV Hills. Stewards Individual Placements

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