Rivers, Lakes, and Wetlands

We protect water resources for birds and people.

Water for people and birds.

ԹϺ works to ensure that we have clean and abundant water in rivers, lakes, streams, wetlands, and marshes in landscapes where this is paramount to birds’ survival. ԹϺ connects science, policy, and advocacy to provide measurable and scalable impact.

How We Work, Where We Work

ԹϺ helps restore freshwater wetlands, riparian areas, and land around the saline lakes of the Intermountain West, and works with federal and local officials to secure funding to keep these vital areas protected and productive.

ԹϺ's Work on Water Issues

Colorado River States Miss Deadline as Crisis Deepens
November 12, 2025 — ԹϺ emphasizes the need for swift, cooperative action to safeguard water for 40 million people and 400 bird species.
Wetland Restoration Funding Returns Ecological Health to One Habitat
October 28, 2025 — As the wetland’s function returns, so have native plants and wildlife.
Oak Creek flows into the Verde River
Funding Water Security on the Ground in Arizona
October 27, 2025 — Tour in Arizona’s “Verde Valley” highlights the impact of investments in water reliability for rural communities—while also benefiting the Verde River.
Utah’s 2025 Wildlife Plan Embraces Saline Lake Ecosystems
October 16, 2025 — New species, new habitats, and innovative conservation tools center the Great Salt Lake’s unique biodiversity.
When the Rio Runs Dry
September 26, 2025 — ԹϺ Southwest's efforts to provide refuge for wildlife on the Rio Grande