The Navajo Nation

The Navajo Nation extends into the states of Utah , Arizona and New Mexico , covering over 27,000 square miles of unparalleled beauty. Diné Bikéyah, or Navajoland, is larger than 10 of the 50 states in America.

Visitors from around the world are intrigued and mystified when they hear the Navajo language �� so, too, were the enemy during World War II. Unknown to many, the Navajo language was used to create a secret code to battle the Japanese. Navajo men were selected to create codes and serve on the front line to overcome and deceive those on the other side of the battlefield. Today, these men are recognized as the famous Navajo Code Talkers, who exemplify the unequaled bravery and patriotism of the Navajo people.

Partner Category

Conservation, Science, and Land Management Organizations

We often partner with non-governmental conservation organizations on conservation projects, whether it's to conserve identified species such as the monarch butterfly or to advise on land acquisition for conservation so that it has the greatest benefit for species.

Economic, Tourism, Retail, and Industry

We partner with these groups to help them conduct their commercial activities in a way that best promotes conservation.

Local Governments (city, county)

As a Federal agency we partner with local government agencies and share in the responsibility of stewarding management and recovery of species.

Nature, Outdoor, and Recreation

Those who experience the outdoors and wildlife first-hand become its greatest conservationists. We partner with these groups to foster their love of wildlife and conservation.

Tribal Organizations

We partner with federally recognized Tribes, Alaska Native organizations, Alaska Native corporations and the Native Hawaiian community to manage or influence important habitats for wildlife.

Other Partners

Here are just a few of our National Partners. You can view the full list of FWS partners, along with the regions and areas of focus our work together entails.