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Conservation Legacy is a national organization dedicated to fostering conservation service in support of communities and ecosystems.
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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. Founded in 1998 to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s, Conservation Legacy programs include: Southwest Conservation Corps, Great Appalachian Valley Conservation Corps, Southe

ast Conservation Corps, Arizona Conservation Corps, Preserve America Youth Summit and BRIDGE Network. For more information visit www.conservationlegacy.org.

09/07/2026

Celebrating our Summer Associate VISTAs!🌟

This summer, five AmeriCorps VISTA members supported Conservation Legacy and our programs across the country, bringing their creativity, skills, and passion for service to a variety of projects.

From sharing corps member stories and building communications resources, to creating professional development tools and gathering alumni insights, Elena DeWees (Conservation Corps New Mexico) Alayna Moore (Conservation Corps North Carolina) Wei Lambert (Southwest Conservation Corps) Matthew Bennett (Stewards Individual Placements) and Julianne Hudson (Conservation Legacy) each made a meaningful contribution during their service.

A huge thank you to these VISTAs for their dedication, energy, and commitment to strengthening our programs and communities. You truly left our organization better than you found it!

09/04/2026

Savannah Davis: Interpretive Ranger, historian, educator, and, apparently, the most popular person at Chimney Rock National Historic Site!

It’s not easy being Savannah, but as you can tell, she “excels at what she does!”

A huge thank you to Savannah for showing us around Chimney Rock! We loved getting to learn more about you, your aspirations, the site, and all the hilarious and heartwarming stories you shared along the way.

Southwest Conservation Corps

09/02/2026

When wildfire changes a landscape, recovery takes time, teamwork, and dedicated hands.🌲

In the aftermath of the Dragon Bravo Fire, Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps crews are working alongside land managers to help restore North Canyon on the Kaibab National Forest—building erosion control structures, protecting waterways, and supporting the long-term recovery of this unique ecosystem.

Learn more about the restoration work and the crews helping this landscape heal: https://ow.ly/NU4R50ZIgvS

📸 Photos by Mark Henle/The Republic

azcentral, U.S. Forest Service

08/22/2026

It’s !

Follow along with us this week as we celebrate the incredible places, wildlife, and people that make up one of our most iconic federal partners, the National Park Service. 🤎💚

To kick things off, check out this video from Stewards Individual Placements AmeriCorps VISTA member Ashley Bodin, who shares her experience serving at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Ashley is just one of the many program participants serving at NPS sites across the country, helping protect these special places and connect communities to them.

And there’s even more reason to celebrate: entrance fees will be waived for U.S. citizens and residents on August 25, 2026, in honor of the National Park Service’s 110th birthday! 🎉

08/20/2026

What happens to wood that can’t be sold after a forest thinning project? Through Wood for Life, it can become a critical source of heat for Native families across the Four Corners region (AZ, NM, CO, UT).

The Colorado Sun recently highlighted this incredible program, including the work of Southwest Conservation Corps crews who help collect and deliver firewood to tribal communities. Last year alone, Wood for Life sent roughly 2,100 cords (a measure of cut wood) from the San Juan National Forest to tribal members in the region.

We’re proud to be part of a partnership that connects healthy forests, wildfire mitigation, conservation crews, and community needs.

Thanks to The Colorado Sun for telling this story!

National Forest Foundation, Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps

08/17/2026

Nothing beats a sweaty, smiling before-and-after photo after a successful staff saw day.

A few weeks ago, ACC staff members Eleanor, Lauren, and Christian headed out to the Chief Benge Scout Trail in Scott County, Virginia, to clear a challenging section blocked by storm damage.

ACC Crew Program Manager Eleanor shared:
"We had a sweaty, humid time, but the satisfaction of opening up a completely blocked trail section was unmatched. There were several pinched bars, many fascinating storm damage bucking problems, and a very tired hike out. A good reminder of the lessons and joys to be found in the moment during the summer season!"

Appalachian Conservation Corps, U.S. Forest Service

08/10/2026

Please enjoy our photo dump of some of our Stewards team at a retreat in Seattle!

Since the Stewards Individual Placements team works remotely across the country, getting everyone together in person is always a highlight. The retreat gave staff the chance to connect face-to-face, visit Individual Placements serving in the Seattle area, explore the city, and spend quality time with coworkers they usually only see on a screen.

We loved seeing this incredible team enjoying hikes, getting creative with tie-dye, sharing lots of laughs, and making memories together!

08/03/2026

You should know what you are getting yourself into…

07/31/2026

Across Conservation Legacy, our crews and Individual Placement participants have the privilege of learning from rangers and agency staff who do so much more than steward our public lands.

Today, on , we celebrate the dedicated park rangers, land managers, and public lands professionals who protect the places we all cherish.

They serve as mentors, teachers, leaders, and role models, sharing their knowledge, encouraging growth, and helping the next generation of conservationists find their place in this work.

To every ranger and agency partner who has invested in our members and our mission: thank you. Your dedication inspires us every day.

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07/30/2026

You might know our crews, but did you know all eight Conservation Legacy corps also have Individual Placement (IP) participants?

For , we're highlighting the members who serve as Individual Placements (IPs) and the unique role they play in conservation.

Unlike crews, where members complete projects as a team, IPs serve in specialized positions with our project partners. The Individual Placement model gives young people the opportunity to build workforce development skills, and make meaningful contributions to communities and ecosystem.

Swipe right to see the wide range of IPs serving across our corps. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and the impact you make every day! 🎉

Arizona Conservation Corps, Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps, Appalachian Conservation Corps, Conservation Corps North Carolina, Conservation Corps New Mexico, Southeast Conservation Corps, Southwest Conservation Corps, Stewards Individual Placements

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