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The Flathead River is home to many rare fish species that depend upon its world-renowned clean, clear water. This image was taken during the 2009 Flathead RAVE, a project of the International League of Conservation Photographers and the Flathead Wild team. Photo provided by Michael Ready, for Sierra Club BC.

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Mobilizing Resources: Growing Leadership

The Brainerd Foundation frequently supports nontraditional partnerships that cross cultural and philosophical lines. We believe bridging such differences is necessary to address conservation issues effectively.

Get a window into the way the Brainerd Foundation thinks. Read about our mission, vision, values and methods on our Strategy & Focus pages.
Pileated woodpecker fledglings.  Photo by Paul Bannick.

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