January, 2010

Is a Green Economy Possible? How Congress can save money and invest in a brighter future

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Ask people who work for conservation organizations about the best parts of their jobs and they’ll likely wax poetic about time spent amongst parks, refuges and other amazing lands. They’re far less likely to talk about math homework. more

Hike the Hill in support of our trails and wildlands!

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Come join The Wilderness Society, American Hiking Society, and hundreds of trails supporters to “Hike the Hill” in Washington, D.C., on Monday, Feb. 22 at 9 a.m. The American Hiking Society is sponsoring a fabulous event to celebrate our national trails: Hundreds of trail supporter will be gathering at the Lincoln Memorial and “hiking the hill” to the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building to show our passion and commitment to our national system of trails and treasured landscapes. This hike up the National Mall will promote: more

Massachusetts election doesn’t change a thing…

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It’s been a little over a week since the upset election in Massachusetts that left Democrats finger pointing and Republicans chest pounding. Since then we’ve seen the importance of this event sliced and diced by commentators from every persuasion. "The Supermajority is gone!" "Good-bye healthcare bill!" And so on. But let me buck conventional wisdom and suggest that Brown's election actually changed… nothing. more

Peace and Quiet: Can you still find it in our National Parks?

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This article first appeared in Wilderness Magazine. To read more great articles like this one, become a member today. It is getting louder all the time. It used to be easier to escape the din, and national parks and our other public lands were among the spots you could find peace and quiet. Most of these places remain the best prospects for basking in natural sounds, but the decibel level is on the rise. more

More help needed in Haiti

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Dear supporters: As attention to the disaster in Haiti wanes, the people there face months — or even years — of rebuilding. Our staff is deeply saddened by the tragedy of this earthquake and our hearts go out to the Haitian people who are facing unimaginable circumstances. Your gift today can be a life-giving one. Here are just a few organizations that are responding with relief now: more

The National Parks Re-Airs on PBS

If you didn’t catch it the first time, Ken Burns’ highly acclaimed documentary The National Parks: America’s Best Idea began re-airing on PBS on Jan. 27. The six-part series, airing on Wednesday nights, documents with stunning visuals the rich story behind the creation of our national parks. The tale is filled with inspiration, and humanity and includes Wilderness Society founders. more

Your winter vacation can help protect American wilderness

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Our staff here at The Wilderness Society is always working to protect and generate support for America’s wild places. As part of that we’re always excited to hop on innovative opportunities to increase public awareness and generate support for America’s wild places. more

Be part of Clean Energy Week in Washington, D.C.

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As Senators review and consider Clean Energy legislation on Capitol Hill, why not educate yourself about the issue by attending Clean Energy Week in Washington, D.C., Feb. 1-5? Clean Energy Week will bring citizens to the nation’s capital for five days of events aimed at encouraging Congress and the Obama administration to take action on climate change, renewable energy and energy efficiency. more

Saving North Carolina forests

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Four beautiful places in the forests of Central and Western North Carolina are being threatened with residential development. more

The Wilderness Society: 75 years of saving America’s wild heritage

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Seventy-five years ago today, a group of visionary individuals founded an organization whose sole purpose was to protect America’s wild heritage and all it embraced — rushing rivers, towering forests, vast deserts, scenic wonders, magnificent wildlife and quiet solitude. That organization was The Wilderness Society. Today, we are the nation’s leading public lands conservation group, using 21st century approaches to protect wilderness and inspire Americans to care for our wild places. more