Conserving and Protecting our Natural Resources
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ᏂᎬᏩᏍᏗ ᏧᎬᏩᎶᏗ

Fish & Wildlife

We focus on maintaining and improving our culture, economy, and ecosystems as we protect and enhance aquatic animal and wildlife populations.

Forestry

We strive to protect and conserve the Tribe’s forest interests and utilization of all timber and non-timber products by individual forest type management.

Environmental Resources

Environmental protection is essential to the health, culture, and way of life of the Cherokee community.

Animal Control

The Animal Control program is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of both the Cherokee community and its animals.

About Us

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Natural Resources Department (NRD) is a Tribal government agency focused on conserving, protecting, and enhancing the environment and natural resources for the benefit of the Cherokee community. Our work blends traditional cultural values with modern science to sustain healthy ecosystems for current and future generations of Cherokee people.

We focus on conserving fish, wildlife, plants, forests, and aquatic habitats; protecting Tribal air and water quality; supporting regulatory processes; promoting natural resource–based recreation and cultural practices; and providing education for the Cherokee community.

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