by Vance Martin | Mar 30, 2020
We have a Nature Emergency like never before experienced…we need a Survival Revolution like never before imagined.
by Vance Martin | Dec 14, 2018
Learn how WILD is working with Yang Rui to change the way China thinks about wilderness.
by Vance Martin | Nov 29, 2018
Maggie Bryant, conservation pioneer, entrepreneur, equestrian, and WILD board member, celebrates her 90th birthday at the end of November 2018. Few individuals have had as large an impact on the conservation of wild places internationally, especially Africa, as Ms. Bryant.
by Vance Martin | Oct 29, 2018
In acknowledgement of the obstacles we face and the strength we draw upon to overcome these difficulties, WILD’s staff has chosen the following phrase to inspire them throughout the year: “We persist so that nature prevails.”
by Vance Martin | Sep 6, 2017
How often do you think about your relationship with China? If you’re anything like me before WILD launched the WILD China Project 18 months ago, probably not a lot. Even though we are all enmeshed in an intimate market-based relationship that we experience personally...
by Vance Martin | Oct 3, 2016
“NoGo” – Creating a nature-bank to guarantee human well-being. Part 3 (concluding)—NoGo Now! “NoGo” is a principle of nature conservation that affirms what should be obvious, that formally protected nature areas (such as national parks and wildlife refuges) and...
by Vance Martin | Sep 30, 2016
“NoGo” – Creating a nature-bank to guarantee human well-being “NoGo” is a principle of nature conservation that affirms what should be obvious, that formally protected nature areas (such as national parks and wildlife refuges) and indigenous, natural sacred sites and...
by Vance Martin | Sep 28, 2016
“NoGo” – Creating a nature-bank to guarantee human well-being “Protected Areas” – formally designated national parks and wildlife refuges – conjure images of wild and rugged vistas, unblighted by industry and commercial exploitation. Sadly, the reality is altogether...
by Vance Martin | Dec 3, 2015
We work for a wilder world. It’s not always easy – is often a real struggle – but we persist with, succeed in, and continue to learn from, many and different projects that we develop with our partners. Our vision – sharpened through 40 years of practical experience...
by Vance Martin | Oct 22, 2015
To keep the world wild, first recognize that wilderness is a choice preserved and protected by the sum of our decisions. Then embrace the fact that “our” decisions for wilderness begin with yours. What type of world do you choose to create? Such a simple question has...