Portia Bharath’s Archive

Science is for Everyone: Mayors’ Monarch Pledge Cities Monitor Monarch Migration Through Community Science Efforts

Every year, cities participating in the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge program monitor different legs of the monarch migration through community science events. These events encourage individuals to collect data that contributes … Read more

National Wildlife Refuges: A Birdwatcher’s Paradise

Birding sits at the intersection of so many of my interests: the solitude of nature, the beauty of wildlife, and the excitement of discovery. Blend in my longtime love of … Read more

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Know More to Grow More

Conservation outreach professionals are tasked with the challenge of not only clearly explaining conservation programs but also personally connecting with farmers. This combination of technical skills and personal communication skills … Read more

Why Conservationists—and Everyone—Should Care About the Right to Vote

People from all walks care about our country’s wildlife, beautiful natural landscapes, and other issues affecting their lives and communities. We all rely on clean air, clean water, and intricately … Read more

How Family, Friend and Neighbor Care Providers are Bridging the Nature Gap for Young Children in Colorado

Across Colorado and around the country, families with young children are leaning on trusted members of their communities for a valuable and essential service—child care. Grandparents, relatives, friends, and neighbors … Read more

Oil and Gas Mandates Could Reshape Colorado’s Public Lands and Wildlife

When the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was passed last year, its sheer size and complexity made it difficult to grasp the full scope of its consequences. Months later, the … Read more

8 Ways to Celebrate Native Plant Month

April is Native Plant Month! Did you know that native plants have many benefits? They are the best bet when it comes to supporting wildlife like butterflies and bees. Plus, … Read more

Complex Challenges Require Multi-Faceted Solutions

Where we started… In 1936 President Franklin D. Roosevelt called for federal, state, and local conservation and advocacy organizations across the United States to convene to address America’s degrading natural … Read more

Happy Manatee Appreciation Day!

Manatees have always held a special place in my heart. My love for these mammals started when my elementary school teacher and I adopted one through Save the Manatee Club … Read more

2026 Critter Craziness

We’re back and ready for the chaos for National Wildlife Federation’s second annual Critter Craziness! If you’re a wildlife lover, you know March brings the start of spring when some … Read more