Conservation

A field of native blanket flowers in Texas.

Hardiness Zones and Ecoregions for Climate-Smart Gardening

Gardeners, check your zones! The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map received its first update in over ten years, moving many gardeners up a half-zone. Those previously on the upper edge … Read more

National Wildlife Federation Embraces New Vision Statement Centering Wildlife, People, and Ecosystems

We are excited to share that after months of collaboration between National Wildlife Federation staff, Board, and affiliates, the National Wildlife Federation officially has a new vision statement:  In a … Read more

A grizzly bear sow and cub cross a road in Denali National Park.

Wildlife Crossings Are a Win for Us All

At the beginning of this year, a cougar was spotted using a wildlife undercrossing along the I-90 corridor in Washington state. It was an exciting moment and a significant victory … Read more

The Roots of National Wildlife Federation’s Agriculture Work

Wait… The National Wildlife Federation works in agriculture?  This is a question the NWF Land Stewardship team answers often. Yes! NWF has been working to support farmers and agricultural conservation … Read more

7 Reasons to Support the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act

A newly introduced bipartisan bill in the Senate will transform wildlife conservation in our nation, benefitting people and wildlife.  1) Protecting wildlife for future generations  Right now, roughly one-third of … Read more

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When We Save Wildlife, We Save Ourselves

More than one-third of best-known plant and animal species across the country are at heightened risk of disappearing. Facing shrinking habitats, climate change, disease and other threats, wildlife need our … Read more

Praying Ground Community Church volunteers getting ready to begin planting their native pollinator gardens.

Planting Spirituality in Pollinator Gardens

As another growing season comes to an end, ten new native pollinator gardens have taken root on the grounds of faith communities in Wilmington, DE. Though each garden may be … Read more

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Latino Conservation Week 2022

What is Latino Conservation Week? From July 16 to July 24, communities throughout the country will enjoy and connect with the great outdoors during the 9th annual Latino Conservation Week (LCW), … Read more

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Win for Wildlife: A YES Vote for Recovering America’s Wildlife in the House. Will the Senate Step Up?

Thanks to the tens of thousands of you who sent messages, called, and took to social media—the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the historic Recovering America’s Wildlife Act! … Read more

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Hundreds of Mayors Across North America Lead in the Monarch Conservation Movement

The National Wildlife Federation’s Mayors’ Monarch Pledge program provides a framework for cities and communities to engage in monarch butterfly and pollinator conservation. Mayors and heads of local and tribal … Read more