Your guide to defending our wildlands
In today's world, the threats of development, natural resource exploitation, pollution and climate change all have serious and lasting impacts on our wild public lands. Americans must be prepared to stand up for our wildlands if we want to save some for future generations. This action toolkit will get you started. Let's dig in and get to work!
Jason Fitzgibbon
Contact Your Congress Members
Find out who your legislators are and how to communicate with them effectively.
Mason Cummings, The Wilderness Society
Attend Town Halls and Public Forums
Learn the nearest Town Hall meeting and discover tips on how to speak up on environmental issues.
Mason Cummings, The Wilderness Society
Applaud Good Actions
Let your Congress members know you approve of their efforts to initiate positive environmental legislation.
Mason Cummings, The Wilderness Society
Help Rallies and Protests Succeed
What you need to do before, during and after the rally to best represent your cause.
Melvin Cade
Organize Your Own Event
Can't find an event near you? Take matters into your own hands.
Jacob W. Frank, NPS
Engage Your Social Networks
Tips on how to use Facebook, Twitter and other social media to spread the word about our wild places.
Mason Cummings, The Wilderness Society
Contribute to Media Coverage
Contact local media to elevate issues that matter to you.
