Frequently Asked Questions
Where is WILD12 being held?
The Monument: 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd N. Rapid City, South Dakota 57701
How do I get to Rapid City?
Rapid City has an airport that is about 20 minutes from the downtown area. Most hotels offer shuttle services to and from the airport to the hotel. The Rapid City airport code is RAP and is located at 4550 Terminal Rd, Rapid City, SD 57703. For more airport information visit the website here.
How do I register for WILD12?
You can register for the Congress online here. The deadline to register online is August 19, 2024 by 7:59PM (Mountain Standard Time). We highly recommend that you register online in advance of the congress. We also will be offering same day registration once you arrive at the venue.
What if I can’t come for the entire congress?
If you cannot attend the entire congress, there is an option to join for the concurrent sessions only, which will be taking place Thursday, August 29th- Saturday, August 31st. This option is available while registering here for WILD12.
Where should I stay in Rapid City?
Visit our website for a variety of options of where to stay in Rapid City. Many hotels are within walking distance of the venue and shuttles will be offered from hotels that are not within walking distance.There are also AirBnbs for rent in Rapid City.
* We strongly suggest booking your lodging sooner rather than later. August is the high tourist season in Rapid City and accommodations can and will book up quickly!
Is there a dress code for the Congress?
While WILD12 is a professional event and professional attire is (recommended?), we also encourage attire that is representative of your own culture and background.
Will there be food at WILD12?
Yes, there will be a concession stand open at the Monument to purchase food. The lunch break will take place for 1.5 hours so folks will also have time to walk downtown to a restaurant if they would like. Please note that there is no outside food allowed in the venue so if people would like to get food delivered/door dash or get food to go, they will need to picnic and eat their food outside the venue. There are water stations located throughout the venue and coffee will be available throughout the day.
Is WILD12 a cashless congress?
Info coming soon
How can I ensure that I go to all of the sessions that I am interested in?
Please use the attendee hub app to customize your schedule by adding those events you are interested in attending.
What is the difference between a host and an organizing body?
The host of WILD12 is the Sicangu Lakota Treaty Council of the Rosebud Sioux Reservation and on behalf of the Oceti Sakowin, the Seven Lakota Council Fires. The choice of host and location is based on an invitation issued by Phil Two Eagle, the Executive Director of the Sicangu Lakota Treaty Council, who expressed a desire to bring the world to the Lakota homelands to “witness what is happening to the land and to listen to it speak.”
With the assistance and guidance of our host, the WILD12 Organizing body is the WILD Foundation & Wilderness Foundation Global. WILD.org (also known as the WILD Foundation) has organized the World Wilderness Congress for nearly 50 years. WILD’s mission of expanding and empowering global coalitions to defend Earth’s wilderness and keep the biosphere wild is carried out by numerous programs and campaigns, the World Wilderness Congress chief among them. In the next 10 years, WILD is focused on strengthening and expanding the land stewardship of traditional cultures as the preferred method for achieving the necessary target of protecting Half of Earth’s lands and seas.
What tours will be offered and where can I sign up for the tour?
There will be two tour options offered on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, one to Bear Butte and one to the Wind Caves. You can sign up for the tour when registering for WILD12 here. If you have already registered you will need to log into your account here and modify your registration by adding one of the tours. You will also be receiving an email from us with information on how to sign up. Please note that the tour will be an additional cost and space is limited. The cut off date for signing up is August 19th, 2024 by 7:59PM (MST).
Rebates on registration?
The cut off date for refunds was March 31, 2024. For particular situations we may consider a refund, please email info@wild.org to inquire about specific circumstances for registration refunds.
Who is considered a delegate? Who can attend the Convention of Delegates?
All attendees at WILD12 are considered delegates and will be able to vote to adopt resolutions. Therefore, the Convention of Delegates, held on Thursday (August 29) and Friday (August 30), is open to all WILD12 attendees.
WILD12 is a meeting of minds, spirits, histories, and values. It is critical that everyone come prepared to learn about the traditions and customs of others. Where can I learn about appropriate etiquette and expectations for the Congress?
Please read our posts on the Wolakota Code and Tribal Data Sovereignty.