From songbirds in the trees to blooming native wildflowers to flowing rivers teeming with wildlife, Tennessee is incredibly diverse—but it wasn’t always that way.
Looking Back: History of Conservation in Tennessee
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Fish & Wildlife
Conservation Groups File to Defend Longstanding Clean Water Protections
Clearer, more consistent clean water protections for streams, fisheries, and wetlands that provide habitat and protect communities from storms are at stake.
Land and Water Conservation Fund Receives Partial Funding
The Federation and its policy team continue to advocate for full funding of the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Without reliable funding, cherished natural areas will erode and Tennesseans will...
Ayers Foundation Joins Asian Carp Fight
The Ayers Foundation has made a notable gift to Tennessee Wildlife Federation in support of its efforts to fight invasive Asian carp in the state’s waters. Fighting Carp is a Collaborative Effort...
Tennessee Valley Authority Joins Corporate Council
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is honored to announce one of its newest Corporate Council members, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). TVA is the nation’s largest government-owned power provider....
Being The Voice For Wildlife And Sportsmen on The Hill
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is the only wildlife organization with a consistent presence in our state’s capitol. We work to ensure the concerns of sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts are represented...
Federation Family Member, Mitchell Parks, Passes
Hunter, angler, and conservationist leaves lasting legacy In April, the Federation lost a friend as well as a former board member and president, Mitchell Parks. His passion for conservation...
Hunters Key to Tracking, Fighting CWD
With CWD in Tennessee, hunter support is more crucial than ever—from harvesting for data collection to engaging with conservation groups. The Federation continues to be a strong voice for sportsmen...
Trashing America the Beautiful
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife Federation. Americans marvel at the beauty of our country. We seem blessed to have it all, from arctic mountains to tropical waters....
A Little Litter Adds Up To Big Problems For Wildlife
Despite public education efforts, Tennessee’s litter problem hasn’t improved. And studies are finding litter is more harmful to wildlife than we thought—from releasing toxins when it’s eaten to...
Tennessee’s Leaders in Conservation Honored at 54th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
On Friday, May 10, Tennessee Wildlife Federation hosted its 54th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards at Loveless Cafe Barn, in Nashville. “The diverse group of award winners today serves as a...
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