The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for the management of more than 245 million acres of our nation’s public lands. Much of this land is managed through detailed … Read more
People and Wildlife
Twenty Years After Katrina, Hurricane Highway Still Awaits Restoration
Like thousands of other people who wanted to help, I moved to New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina devastated southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi coast. I watched the aftermath of Katrina … Read more
Understanding the Benefits of Prescribed Fire
There’s an unfortunate misconception about the role of forest fires, with the public fearing the natural disaster’s potential for destruction, displacement, and disruption. However, while large wildfires can certainly be … Read more
Why Science and Storytelling Matter More Than Ever for Prescribed Fire
In today’s changing climate, prescribed fire is more than just a land management technique. It’s a lifeline for our forests, grasslands, and wildlife. But despite its benefits, prescribed fire continues … Read more
Tell the Environmental Protection Agency to Protect Our Climate and Our Health
The federal government is about to abandon its duty to keep our air clean—and we need your help fighting back. You can tell the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to keep … Read more
Here’s How the Reconciliation Bill Affects Environmental Justice
This blog is part one of a two-part series about how H.R. 1, referred to as the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” will impact environmental justice efforts across the United States. … Read more
Wildlife Reasons to Celebrate Plastic Free July
It’s that time of year again, Plastic Free July! This is an opportunity to stop, think, and change how we interact with plastic. Each year, more plastic is produced and … Read more
Sharks & Plastic Free July
While it is Plastic Free July, sharks are the talk of the town right now. Let’s dive into how plastic pollution is affecting some of our favorite shark species. Blue … Read more
The Reconciliation Bill Passed. What Does That Mean for Wildlife?
Thousands of miles separate Washington, D.C., from the Alaskan coastal plains where polar bear moms raise their cubs. But decisions made on Capitol Hill can have life-or-death implications for polar … Read more
From Farm Runoff to Faucets: How H2Ohio Protects Water
What is H2Ohio? H2Ohio is a statewide water quality initiative launched in 2019 to address Ohio’s most pressing water challenges, primarily nutrient runoff that feed harmful algal blooms in Lake … Read more
