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The Nature Conservancy Launches Atchafalaya River Basin Initiative

The Nature Conservancy Launches Atchafalaya River Basin Initiative -read entire news release

7/2/2015 - Project will protect and conserve more than 5,000 acres of America's great swamp forest

"The Nature Conservancy has been a vital partner for us over the years and their efforts in bringing diverse stakeholders together to improve the state of the Atchafalaya River Basin is much appreciated," said Steve Chustz, Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources. "We look forward to a brighter future for the Atchafalaya and all future generations of Louisianans that enjoy its beauty and bounty."