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Conservation at Great Rivers Greenway

Improving habitats along greenways and engaging community as we go

Treeplanting

Conservation is a key value throughout our work to create a regional network of greenways. 

  • As we build greenways, these new spaces include natural landscapes and offer transportation choices to stay healthy and reduce car pollution.
  • We work with partners to protect, create, and improve natural habitats along greenways such as prairies, wetlands, and forests where plants and animals thrive.
  • Our community programs invite people to access, fall in love with, and take care of nature through education and volunteering.
Building Greenways With Conservation In Mind

We want to create the best, most accessible opportunities for people to enjoy nature and explore our region, while doing as much as we can to benefit the habitats surrounding the greenways.

Map of Conservation Projects

See where and how we are improving habitats, creating beautiful, resilient spaces where visitors can enjoy the beauty and respite of nature in their everyday lives.
Partnerships Increase Impact

Our team collaborates with municipalities and nonprofits to get conservation work done on the ground and to keep regional efforts innovating and moving forward.

Get Involved!

We know we have a bigger impact when residents of the region are informed, excited and ready to act!