Tanahuachi Land Conservation is a local 508c1a land trust dedicated to protecting open space, native habitat, and community access to nature in the Putnam county area and beyond
Our story began with a group of families who have gathered in these forests for decades. Families that walk a path rooted in indigenous principles, often called the Red Road. A community of diverse families from all walks of life, all colors, and all religious beliefs.
As the land around us faces rising development pressure, we have come together to stablish natural sanctuaries, spaces where people can reconnect with nature , reflect, meditate, and restore balance, supporting the long-term health of wildlife habitats, native flora, and local water systems.
Welcome
To Tanahuachi Land Conservation
The landscape
Our lands sit at the heart of a rich, interwoven ecosystem, shaped by rivers, creeks, and wetlands that are vital to life here.
The St. Johns River and its tributaries — with their slow flowing waters, marshes, and floodplain forests — create habitat for a remarkable diversity of species, from wading birds and otters to fish, amphibians, and reptiles that depend on clean water and connected habitats to thrive. Along these waterways and wooded corridors, birds such as ospreys, herons, ibis, and even the majestic bald eagle hunt and nest, taking their place in the sky above ancient live oaks and cypress swamps. These lands serve as natural filters — wetlands acting like the “kidneys” of the watershed, cleansing water, stabilizing soils, and offering refuge to animals and plants alike.
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As a community, we feel a deep connection and responsibility to protect these lands and the beings who depend on them. Many of the species here are increasingly vulnerable as development expands and natural corridors disappear. By holding land in trust and tending it with care, we create space for wildlife to move, feed, and thrive—while offering humans a rare opportunity to remember what it means to live in respect, admiration, and partnership with the natural world.
The work
We conserve and steward properties so they can support ceremony, food production, wildlife habitat, and community life over the long term. This includes caring for the land, building infrastructure where appropriate, growing food, and maintaining spaces that people and wildlife actively use and rely on. What we do is hands-on, practical, and ongoing—rooted in responsibility, cooperation, and respect for the land.
The help
This work exists through the support of people who care about land, community, and long-term stewardship. Donations help us protect land, restore native plants, and build projects that serve both people and the natural world. Getting involved—through time, skills, or presence—strengthens this work just as much. We are deeply grateful for everyone who has contributed along the way, and we welcome those who feel moved to support or take part.