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Restoring public lands to their full splendor; Protecting them in the face of unprecedented threats.

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Wilderness Society Briefs Media on Public Lands Priorities for New Administration

November 13, 2008 - While concerns about the economy continue to generate huge media interest,  a “Who’s Who” of national reporters turned their attention for an hour to thinking about what the new Obama Administration might mean to America’s public lands and the wildlife that call them home. more

Cultivating Common Ground

November 7, 2008 - What if you were put in the same room with other conservationists, timber workers, the Forest Service, and local community leaders and asked how to manage a national forest? At first you might have hesitation and uncertainty, and rightly so as these groups have often worked against each other and had trouble hearing each other’s seemingly disconnected voices. more

Birds and Turtles on the Rebound at Cape Hatteras

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November 4, 2008 - Every year, Cape Hatteras National Seashore Park is witness to a marvelous event that portrays life in all its majesty...the beginning of life itself. From May to November, birds such as the American Oystercatcher and reptiles like the Green Sea Turtle choose Cape Hatteras’ white sands as their nesting grounds. Green Sea Turtle nesting takes place during night at two to four-year intervals. It is also during nighttime that hatchlings emerge and waddle toward the sea. more

Tahoe National Forest Opens the Doors to More Off-Roaders

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October 30, 2008 - Tahoe National Forest, just northwest of California’s Lake Tahoe, is a place that refreshes the soul. Rugged beauty, quiet backcountry trails and the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains all create a peaceful experience for visitors to cherish. more