Develops and pursues regional strategies for the development, protection and advancement of the interests of member Tribes and their people in the areas represented by ATNI committees which include: cultural affairs, economic development, human and social services, natural resources and environment, Tribal governance, and ad hoc task forces. Each committee and task force shall determine its own mission and course consistent with the operating policies and principles of the Affiliated Tribes.

Site stewards "adopt" one of the Land Trust's properties and periodically monitor the property for changes, reporting their observations to the Land Trust. Volunteers are able to explore beautiful sites in the Nisqually River watershed, and it helps the Land Trust identify and address issues on their properties.

Helps to protect water quality and wildlife habitat through action-based educational activities. Volunteer opportunities include: - rescuing plants from areas slated for new development, - streamside vegetation projects, - installing and maintaining learning landscapes at area schools, - fundraising and assisting with public workshops on plant identification, - "naturescaping" and propagation.

An environmental conservation agency that uses innovative approaches to protect healthy land, clean water and fresh air; connect people to the land; support local agriculture; and be a role model for the Methow Valley.

Habitat restoration work parties are held every Wednesday year-round and 2-3 Saturdays per month between October and May. Volunteering is a fun way to see Land Trust properties, exercise, and improve wildlife habitat at different locations throughout the Nisqually River Watershed, from Lacey to Ashford. Here are some of the activities volunteers are involved in: - Plantings - plant native trees and shrubs to restore or rehabilitate disturbed areas. - Plant maintenance - mulch around new native trees and shrubs and help remove plant protectors from established seedlings. - Weed control - cut or pull invasive weeds that threaten the health of native plants. Visit the calendar on website for upcoming events.

Provides support to conservation districts in the areas of technical capacity development, leadership training, government relations, strategic planning, governance, conservation funding, legislation and information sharing.