The Wilderness Society

Many of America’s lands and waters (and the people and wildlife that depend on them) are threatened by climate change and poor management decisions that favor development over conservation. The Wilderness Society is working to confront these challenges to curb the climate crisis, ensure all people benefit equitably from public lands, and protect more of our nation’s lands and waters to help wildlife survive and thrive. This work is powered by our supporters, who help pressure lawmakers, spread the word, and provide the resources we need to drive change. Please join the fight to build a more sustainable and just future for us and for our planet. 

Testimonials

"I have worked in many capacities with The Wilderness Society and they are an effective organization working with myriad stakeholders to get public lands bills in place that are inclusive, built from the ground up and protective of our precious natural resources.  Any treasure given to The Wilderness Society during Colorado Gives Day is money well spent for now and future generations."
- Marsha Porter-Norton, La Plata County Commissioner, Durango, CO

"Public lands are the beating heart of Gunnison County. We are fortunate to have partnered with staff from The Wilderness Society over many years to achieve public lands protections here that unite our community, like the Thompson Divide Administrative Withdrawal that helped to protect Mount Emmons and the incredible country along Kebler Pass for the next 20 years."
- Jonathan Houck, Gunnison County Commissioner, Gunnison, CO