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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:George Edward Fell doctor.png|thumb|George Edward Fell doctor]] '''George Fell''' (July 10, 1916 – September 6, 1994) was an American conservationist and a key figure in the establishment of the [[nature preserve]] movement in the United States. He is best known for his work in founding the [[Nature Conservancy]] and the [[Natural Land Institute]].<br />
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== Early Life and Education ==<br />
George Fell was born in [[Rockford, Illinois]]. He developed an early interest in nature and conservation, which led him to pursue studies in [[biology]] and [[ecology]]. He attended the [[University of Illinois]], where he earned a degree in [[botany]].<br />
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== Career ==<br />
Fell's career in conservation began in earnest after World War II. He was instrumental in the founding of the [[Nature Conservancy]] in 1951, an organization dedicated to the preservation of ecologically important lands and waters. Fell served as the first executive director of the Nature Conservancy, helping to shape its mission and strategies.<br />
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In 1958, Fell founded the [[Natural Land Institute]], a regional land trust based in Rockford, Illinois. The institute focuses on the preservation of natural areas in the Midwest. Under his leadership, the Natural Land Institute became a model for other regional land trusts across the country.<br />
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== Contributions to Conservation ==<br />
George Fell's contributions to conservation are numerous. He played a pivotal role in the development of the [[Illinois Nature Preserves Commission]], which was established to protect high-quality natural areas in Illinois. His efforts led to the preservation of thousands of acres of prairies, forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats.<br />
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Fell was also involved in the creation of the [[National Natural Landmarks Program]], which identifies and promotes the conservation of sites that possess outstanding biological and geological resources.<br />
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== Legacy ==<br />
George Fell's legacy in the field of conservation is significant. His work laid the foundation for modern land trust organizations and nature preserves. The [[George B. Fell Nature Preserve]] in Illinois is named in his honor, recognizing his lifelong dedication to the protection of natural areas.<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Nature Conservancy]]<br />
* [[Natural Land Institute]]<br />
* [[Illinois Nature Preserves Commission]]<br />
* [[National Natural Landmarks Program]]<br />
* [[Conservation movement]]<br />
* [[Land trust]]<br />
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