“Think globally, act locally” has been a bedrock value in environmentalism since it was introduced in similar terms by Patrick Geddes over a century ago. Time and time again, we … Read more
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Let Us Rejoice in Rivers that Flow Through Us All
Rivers are sacred things, all the more important and sublime in a watery land like Florida. Rivers connect our present to our past, connect our swamps and wetlands to our … 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
Seeing the South Fork Wind Farm
On a brisk yet sunny morning in late November, the National Wildlife Federation’s Offshore Wind Energy Program brought 70 local environmental advocates and community members from the New England area … Read more
Meet the Marvelous Marvels: A Celebration of 10 Exceptional Monarch Heroes Teachers
Join National Wildlife Federation in celebrating 10 teachers whose innovation, commitment, and leadership over the years has defined them as iconic Monarch Heroes on their campus and in their community. … Read more
The Druid Heights Nature Spaces: A Commitment to a Community
In 2016, Druid Heights Community Development Corporation (CDC) began planning a community space in a neighborhood in need of green infrastructure. After designing and applying for implementation grants, Druid Heights … Read more
Success this School Year Starts with Summer Institute
Fall and winter for high school seniors and juniors can be an anxious period, as they balance dealing with homecomings, college applications, and social events. The students who spent a … Read more
Sacred Grounds – Wilmington: Checking in on a Faith-Based Approach to Conservation
With the exciting news that National Wildlife Federation received two grants to expand our Sacred Grounds program in the Delaware River Watershed, we recently returned to gardens planted in partnership … Read more
