Atlantic herring are not the most charismatic fish. Small, oily, and, as it turns out, capable of communicating through their flatulence, they are not the top of the list of … Read more
Northeast
NWF’s Northeast Regional Center is the region’s largest conservation organization, with more than 600,000 members and supporters in eight Northeast states. The team focuses efforts to build wildlife corridors, fight tar sands pipelines, and connect kids with nature through many school-based programs.
How Will Climate Change Affect The Future of Baseball?
Baseball is America’s oldest pastime. But as climate change takes a greater toll on wildlife all across America, the changes it will bring may have a lasting effect on the … Read more
Changes at the Supreme Court: What’s At Stake for Wildlife?
With the retirement of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, the future of wildlife and federal stewardship of our natural resources hangs in the balance. While he generally voted with … Read more
NYC Students Showcase Their Ideas for Creating Resilient Schools & Communities
National Wildlife Federation’s Eco-Schools USA provides students, prekindergarten through 12th grade, the opportunities to learn about creating a more sustainable future for people and wildlife. The Resilient Schools Consortium is … Read more
Pruitt’s Resignation a Chance for a Fresh Start at EPA
Embattled Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt has tendered his resignation, three months after we at the National Wildlife Federation called for his removal. He becomes only the second EPA … Read more
Tick-Tock: Climate Action Needed to Stop Tick Boom
Americans have a passion for the outdoors, but ask any hunter, angler, birder, or gardener and they will tell you that the environment is changing. Unfortunately, across the United States … Read more
4 Success Stories to Celebrate on July 4th
America has a proud history of stepping up when our beloved and iconic species need our help. Right now, however, up to a third of our wildlife species are at … Read more
Administration Seeks to Gut Landmark Environmental Protection, Limit Public Comments
The Trump Administration’s Council on Environmental Quality has officially announced it will go after the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). While most Americans couldn’t tell you what this act is, every single … Read more
Alcoa W5 program Helps Massena Elementary Schools Earn Eco-Schools Recognition!
On June 4, 2018, Jefferson, Nightengale and Madison Elementary schools in Massena, N.Y., brought together friends, families and community members to showcase their second year of work under the Alcoa … Read more
Safeguard Reddish Egret Habitat + Crucial Protection for Our Coasts and Rivers
Hurricane season is again upon us, with storms threatening communities, homes, and wildlife habitat in their path. As communities recover in the wake of these storms and floods, we must … Read more
