There’s nothing like an Earth Day spent learning about restoring native forests, and this April, that’s exactly what nearly 40 Southeastern residents did. Landowners and professionals gathered in Maysville, North … Read more
People and Wildlife
Why Neglecting the Great Northwoods Threatens Michigan’s Businesses
John Mueller has owned the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge since 2018. This property, built in 1934 on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, resides in the Great Northwoods—more than 60 million acres of pure, … Read more
4 Wildlife Gardens Across the Country
The Certified Wildlife Habitat® program is over 50 years old and remains one of the largest national (and increasingly international) native plant movements. Since 1973, our goal has been to … Read more
Buy a Duck Stamp, Save a Wetland
I grew up in the country’s driest state, Nevada. With annual rainfall averaging only about 10 inches, water is a precious resource in the desert, even more so for our … Read more
What Repealing the Public Lands Rule Means for America’s Wildlife and Public Lands
In 2024, the Bureau of Land Management finalized a Public Lands Rule (also called the Conservation & Landscape Health Rule) designed to improve the stewardship of public lands by putting … Read more
Rolling Back Clean Air Protections: What’s at Stake for Public Health, Wildlife, and the Economy
The Clean Air Act, passed in 1970 as a response to the increasingly deadly smog and air pollution that blanketed cities across the country, is one of the most significant … Read more
Three Unexpected Places to Find Refuge in Nature Near Denver, Colorado
Colorado is known for its sweeping landscapes, recreational opportunities, and iconic wildlife. Any visitor or resident who is online searching for, “Things to do in Colorado,” is soon inundated with … Read more
Kentucky Wins in Environmental Protections Campaign
A dangerous model bill is spreading across state legislatures nationwide, threatening waterways, wildlife, and public health by tying the hands of state regulators—making it extremely difficult to respond to water … Read more
Fighting Toxic “Forever Chemicals” on Our Farms
PFAS are toxic, nearly indestructible chemicals found in cookware, firefighting foam, and sewage waste. They’re poisoning farms, wildlife, and drinking water, threatening the livelihood and cultures of fishers and hunters. … Read more
Behind the Scenes of Conservation: The Role of Conservation Technical Assistance
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) administers several voluntary, incentive-based conservation programs that help farmers, ranchers, and foresters implement practices that protect soils, water and wildlife. In fact, in 2023 … Read more
