A wetland is an area of land that is covered by water for part or all of the year. Specifically, wetlands are the result of the interaction between three main components: hydrology, biology and soils.
Types of Wetlands in Tennessee
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Reviving Tennessee: West Fork Drakes Creek
In Sumner County, a collaborative restoration project has transformed 50 acres of less productive farmland into a healthy, functioning stream and wetland ecosystem which includes 4,400 feet of stream in the West Fork Drakes Creek watershed.
Securing Funding for Invasive Carp Control
For nearly a year, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been focused on coordinating a multi-state push to secure $25 million in federal funding to block and tackle invasive carp in the Southeast....
Combating CWD with Landowner Alliance
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is here and is a major threat to Tennessee’s deer and elk populations, as well as the conservation funding they generate for all wildlife. It has a negative impact on...
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...
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...
Federation to Restore 5,400 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Habitat Restoration and Conservation program—in partnership with the Forest Stewards Guild—is working to restore thousands of acres of the Cumberland Plateau habitat....
Corporate Council Supports Conservation in Tennessee
Seventy-three years ago, the Federation was founded by an assorted group of sportsmen and outdoor writers, hobbyists, and business owners. Their work and interests varied, but they were united by...
Student-Athletes Named to Scholastic All-State Team
At the Tennessee SCTP Scholastic All-State and Scholarship Banquet and Fun Shoot, athletes were recognized for their high scores on the field, excellent grades in school, and outstanding community...
How You Can Feed the Hungry This Deer Season
Depending on how you like to hunt, deer season is here or just around the corner. And this year when you renew your license, you can support Hunters for the Hungry! It's Simple! At checkout, simply...