On July 27, Tennessee Wildlife Federation lost its first executive director and longtime friend, Anthony “Tony” Campbell.
In Memory of Anthony “Tony” Campbell
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Outdoor Pursuits
Looking Back: History of Conservation in Tennessee
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.
Native Grasses Offer A Great Addition To Your Wildlife Habitat
When it comes to selecting native plants for your garden, it’s easy to be seduced by varieties with colorful and showy flowers. But don’t forget grasses. These hardy and often overlooked species add...
Tennessee’s Underfunded State Parks
Tennessee’s beloved state parks are in need of $82 million for maintenance of facilities and habitats. Our State Parks Are in Need Most Tennesseans live within an hour drive of at least one of our...
Gaining Support for America’s Conservation Act
The bi-partisan America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act contains multiple hunting, fishing, and conservation priorities. In Tennessee, the act would establish a CWD task force, reauthorize the...
Tennesseans Staying at Home Encouraged to Create Wildlife Habitats in Their Yards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation—in partnership with National Wildlife Federation—is encouraging residents to create wildlife habitats at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Creating a sanctuary for...
Informing Tennessee’s Wildlife Professionals
The Federation presented a public policy update about issues facing conservation and wildlife to members of the Tennessee Chapter of The Wildlife Society at their annual meeting. The...
The Conservation Funding Crisis
The next time you venture out in Tennessee’s great outdoors, take a minute to pause and look around you. What we have today didn’t get here by accident. Tennessee needs to prioritize funding...
Looking Back On A Year of Certifying Wildlife Habitats
Last year—as part of Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s commitment to conserving habitats big and small—we partnered with the National Wildlife Federation to help you create a wildlife habitat in your...
Advancing Funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund
From national and state parks to community trails and historic sites, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides public access and outdoor recreation opportunities—from hunting and angling...
Winter Birding: What to Look For
While it’s fun to casually watch birds at your feeder, learning to identify different species, particularly those that are similar in appearance, will add a new dimension to your backyard bird...
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