At a time when so many issues seem hopelessly entangled by the growing partisan divide, wildlife conservation is repeatedly emerging as one area for bipartisan consensus. Just this week, a … Read more
Collin O'Mara’s Archive
NWF Committed to Reducing Lead Poisoning in Wildlife
The National Wildlife Federation has worked for decades on reducing the use of lead-based ammunition and tackle, because—as anyone who’s worked with eagles, condors, or loons knows—the science is clear: … Read more
Support Malheur and America’s Wildlife Refuges: Buy a Duck Stamp!
As law enforcement officials pursue a peaceful resolution to situation at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in eastern Oregon, the National Wildlife Federation and its state affiliates urge all Americans … Read more
12 Wins for Wildlife YOU Made Possible in 2015
Looking back at 2015, I’m incredibly proud of wins we achieved together for America’s wildlife. With friends of wildlife like you by our side, we helped restore more wild bison … Read more
From White House to Texas, a Growing Buzz Around Pollinator Protection
When you’re in your garden collecting milkweed seed pods on a windy fall afternoon, you may not realize you’re part of a burgeoning nationwide effort to protect America’s pollinators. As … Read more
Watch: Wildlife You Helped Protect in 2015
How do you thank someone who has given such beautiful gifts to wildlife? Like millions of acres of native prairie for wild bison to roam free, or Thousands of acres … Read more
275,000 More Acres Safeguarded for Wildlife and Our Outdoor Heritage
On Tuesday, August 4, 2015 the U.S. Senate unanimously passed “The Sawtooth National Recreation Area and Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act” championed by Idaho’s Congressman Mike Simpson and Senator Jim Risch. … Read more
U.S. Offshore Wind Power Breaks Ground in Rhode Island
Today I was filled with patriotic pride as we celebrated a historic moment in our nation’s energy story: the installation of the foundations for America’s first offshore wind power project. … Read more
Historic Day for Clean Water
Last Wednesday will be remembered among the most important days for America’s natural resources— the day in which Clean Water Act protections were restored for more than two million miles of streams, … Read more
RESULTS: Which Wildlife Issues Top Your List
Earlier this month, to celebrate National Wildlife Federation Membership Month, we asked supporters like you to vote for your top three wildlife issues. Thousands of you responded, and we’re so … Read more