We’ve waited a long time for a significant victory for our public lands… Over the last five years, it’s been one thing after another threatening to take the character and … Read more
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Rails and Trails for Wildlife
Let’s face it – our cars threaten wildlife in more ways than one. Road development threatens habitats, to the point where wildlife corridors are needed for animals to migrate. Not … Read more
Help Create Jobs and Protect Wildlife
We all know that these are some tough times for our country’s economy–and as a conservationist, I find myself not only concerned about the impact of our economy on my … Read more
Conservation Groups File Suit To Restore Endangered Species Act Protections
The National Wildlife Federation, 13 of its affiliates, and Golden Gate Audubon filed suit today challenging the Bush administration’s regulations weakening the consultation requirements of the Endangered Species Act. According … Read more
Help Open up America’s Classrooms to Nature!
Chances are, as you’re reading this, the kids in your life are sitting in school, daydreaming about the summer and the chance to run around. And even if they’re not, … Read more
Bush Administration Eviscerates Endangered Species Act Protections
The Bush administration today issued a final rule eliminating the Endangered Species Act requirement that federal agencies consult with independent scientists. “This action eviscerates key protections that have helped safeguard … Read more
Historic Great Lakes Protections Become Law!
Less than two weeks ago, President Bush signed the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Compact, ensuring the protection of one of our country’s most important natural resources! The Compact culminates 10 … Read more
U.S. House Votes to Leave No Child Left Inside!
Remember the good old days of field trips and watching your classroom’s tadpoles “magically” develop into frogs? Well, some Congressmembers must too, because on September 18th, the U.S. House voted … Read more
Why Developing Oil Shale Gets Us Nowhere
New Proposed Fuel Source Increases Threat to Wildlife, Public Lands and Water Drilling for oil and natural gas, and mining for coal, has already taken a dramatic toll on our … Read more
For People and Wildlife, There’s Only One Answer to Secure Our Energy Future
In the coming days, Congress begins voting on a new set of energy bills that if passed will be detrimental for wildlife and the natural resources we all depend on. … Read more
