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Conservation
By Tania Segura, WWF Travel April 22 marks an important day—when the public, corporations and government demonstrate their commitment to nature and future generations. As an eco-conscious traveler who values the places you visit and their inhabitants, you’ve likely had opportunities to experience both well-managed, pristine environments—and those in need of a little more TLC.
Conservation
Though the groundhog may forecast the end of winter, nature has a bounty of more subtle signs that indicate the arrival of spring. Crocuses, hyacinths and snowdrops are the first to burst from the thawing ground. Soft, sweet-smelling magnolias flutter in the breeze and electric-yellow forsythia hums with the beating wings of bees.
Churchill Polar Bears
Are you an environmental educator, or do you know a teacher who covers the natural world in the classroom? Then you need to know about our new Churchill Polar Bear Scholarship Grant!
Nature & Wildlife
As someone who cares deeply about the Earth and the natural habitats that it provides, you’ve heard a lot about the 30 x 30 idea—which aims to protect 30% of the planet by 2030—and the similar America the Beautiful plan, with the objective of conserving and restoring 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030.
Conservation
When you think of Britain, it’s easy to conjure up images of rolling fields dotted with sheep and wildflowers, charming villages, ornate gardens and friendly pubs.
Conservation
American writer, conservationist, ecologist, environmentalist, forester, naturalist, philosopher and scientist Aldo Leopold once said that “harmony with land is like harmony with a friend; you cannot cherish his right hand and chop off his left. That is to say, you cannot love game and hate predators … the land is one organism.”
Nature & Wildlife
Next week, I’ll mark another birthday. While I’m grateful for all the ones I’ve been fortunate enough to have so far, how quickly they seem to roll by now is somewhat daunting. That makes me a bit sad. In turn, that has me wondering: at what age are we our happiest?
African Safaris
The first time I saw a blue-footed booby in the wild, I was memorized. It was on North Seymour Island in the Galapagos archipelago, and the aptly named avian with its yellow eyes and clumsy gait wandered up to me, looking my way inquisitively. I couldn’t stop staring back.
Nature & Wildlife
Spring 2024 began just a week ago, and the first big holiday of the season is Easter. Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the full moon following the spring equinox.
Conservation
Ask people why they love photography and you’ll hear a wide range of responses: “It gets me out exploring.” “It’s an artistic outlet.” “I can share my point of view on a subject.” “To capture moments in time or memories.”
Conservation
World Water Day is March 22! This year’s theme is Water for Peace. As articulated by the United Nations: When we cooperate on water, we create a positive ripple effect – fostering harmony, generating prosperity and building resilience to shared challenges.
News & More
When you’re traveling and going on adventures in the outdoors, there’s nothing more important than having comfortable and durable clothes to wear. It can mean the difference between having a memorable time or a miserable one.
