by Emily Loose | Aug 11, 2010
This article by the late George Duffy (retired U.S. Forest Service wilderness ranger) appears in the newest issue of the International Journal of Wilderness, August 2010. Editor’s Note: This “Farewell” essay was written by George Duffy to fellow wilderness stewards...
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by Emily Loose | Aug 2, 2010
On 12 July, land owners conservationists, government authorities, national and international conservation organizations, scientists and business owners met to address the complex and highly urgent task of protecting, restoring and sustainably managing the Water...
by Emily Loose | Jul 28, 2010
An interesting article in the Huffington Post yesterday brought up an interesting conversation – one which I have personally contemplated for a while. Many times, TV shows, documentaries or movies about nature provide an educational experience for viewers. ...
by Emily Loose | Jul 16, 2010
On many of the Pacific Islands, traditional knowledge of managing marine resources is passed down from generation to generation. This knowledge is critical to the future health of these marine ecosystems, but with new environmental challenges and threats there is an...
by Emily Loose | Jul 12, 2010
The WILD Foundation and our sister organizations in The Wilderness Network were founded on the core belief that wilderness is an essential part of a healthy and sane society. Dr. Ian Player, founder of the organizations within the network, pioneered interracial...
by Emily Loose | Jul 9, 2010
News from the IUCN/WCPA Young Protected Area Professionals: Parks Forum is pleased to present the Young Leaders Forum, to be held as a precursor to the 4th International Biennial Parks Leadership Conference: Common Ground in August 2010. The 2010 Young Leaders Forum...
by Emily Loose | Jun 24, 2010
In light of the current state of the Gulf of Mexico – the many animals and plant species impacted and the long-term, not yet fully understood impacts of the BP oil spill – I think it is important to highlight some forward thinking work that the US, Mexican...
by Emily Loose | Jun 21, 2010
We just received the first quarter reports and newsletters from the EduPeg program, which continues to make a huge positive impact on the lives of children in Botswana and South Africa. Below is a brief update on the KwaZulu Natal program, which includes 38 schools...
by Emily Loose | Jun 17, 2010
This post was written by Chad Dawson and published in the April 2005 issue of the International Journal of Wilderness. The full April 2005 issues, as well as full issues from 1995-2007 are available for free download in the IJW Archives. Whether you take a quick or a...
by Emily Loose | Jun 16, 2010
I spoke with Boyd Norton, friend of WILD, world-class photographers and passionate conservationist, yesterday about the urgent issue threatening the Serengeti (Tanzania and Kenya). About a week ago, he returned from leading one of his photo tours in Serengeti, a...
