From February 17–19, 2026, school and sustainability leaders from across the country will gather in San Diego, California, for the 16th annual Green Schools Conference (GSC). We are proud to … Read more
Portia Bharath’s Archive
Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Units: The Backbone of U.S. Wildlife Conservation
Steelhead—a rainbow trout known for its long migrations—is an anglers’ prize. In Idaho, the iconic species supports popular sport fisheries, drawing anglers from around the world and bringing in hundreds … Read more
The Nature of Fishing
One of the things I admire about the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is their commitment to working with sportsmen’s groups to achieve their conservation goals. NWF recognizes, through programs like … Read more
‘Tis the Season to Give the Gift of Nature
As the year draws to a close and as thoughts turn to the holidays, gifts are given in the spirit of love and connection. ‘Tis the season to give the … Read more
How the Great Northwoods Have Shaped Generations of Residents
In the late 1970s, Linda and Victor, a young couple born and raised in the Detroit suburbs, lost interest in city life. They yearned for the tranquility that accompanies rural … Read more
Can Clean Energy Infrastructure Co-exist with People and Wildlife?
Climate change is now the most pervasive threat for species listed as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act, and is predicted to lead to extinction of up to … Read more
Stewardship Spotlight: Schools of Salmon and Students in the Pacific Northwest, Part 2
Read part 1 of this two-part salmon series here. School Bright Spot: A Challenge Met Michelle Tursi first connected with NWF as a participating Eco-Schools U.S. Salmon Stewards teacher from … Read more
Wins for Offshore Wind: NY et. al. v. Trump et. al.
On December 8, 2025, Judge Patti B. Saris of the District of Massachusetts, issued a powerful and resounding decision affirming law, science, and national energy interests. Judge Saris struck down … Read more
2025 Conservation Wins in the South
From black bears and bald eagles to blue crabs and manatees, the southern United States is home to a wide range of species and offers a rest stop to millions … Read more
Building Momentum: What’s Next for Beaver Conservation in Colorado
Last month Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) joined a growing trend of agencies seeking to leverage the ecological engineering prowess of beavers by releasing its draft “Beaver Conservation and Management … Read more