DelNature Biennial Report 2014-2015 | Page 7

Conserve Empower people to help Conserve natural landscapes acting locally in their own backyards and communities to preserve, protect and enhance natural habitats. Capacity Strengthen capacity with environmental and non-traditional partners to create a healthy and sustainable environment for all in our region. By providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, deepening their awareness and increase their appreciation for the natural world, they in turn, will be inspired to take environmental action. Whether enrolling in programs about native plants, teaching children about the fascinating insects that live in our ecosystems, participating in Citizen Action Day, becoming Stream Watch volunteers, or creating a Certified Wildlife Habitat in their backyards, each action can have a lasting impact on the environment. and Successes Conserve 100,000+ acres of land preserved statewide 1,924 696 yards and lands Certified as Wildlife Habitats 8,600 wildlife and waterfriendly native plants sold at our annual Native Plant Sale 20 stream sites monitored to measure the health of our water acres of land managed 82,642 visitors to our sites 3,000 Members & donors Build Capacity 21,181 volunteer hours