New Mexico's wild lands got another foothold with the reintroduction of the Columbine- Hondo Wilderness Act on April 23.

As this infographic shows, a child who spends time exploring nature is more likely to be thin and fit, get better grades in school, and have fewer emotional problems than couch potato counterparts. 

Earth Day is a day for reflection about our role on this planet. The Earth keeps giving year-round, and you can too with these tips on actions you can take to contribute to the wild lands that you love:

Over eighty percent of the glaciers in Montana’s Glacier National Park have been lost since 1850, and the few remaining are expected to disappear within 15 years.