The Truth About Public Lands, Federal Agencies, and Why They Matter

The Truth About Public Lands, Federal Agencies, and Why They Matter

Beyond the Headlines: Why Federal stewardship is critical for our collective well-being Federal actions are threatening the stability of our economy, environment, and essential public services. Public lands and the agencies that manage them are not just recreational spaces or bureaucratic institutions- they are the foundation of thriving communities, healthy ecosystems, and sustainable industries. When … Continued

Implications for Conservation Amidst Federal Freefall

As society grapples with a rapidly changing sociopolitical landscape, what does that mean for our natural world? Across Conservation Northwest, certain words appear over and over in recent emails—layoffs, reductions in force, chaos, uncertainty. Thus far in 2025, we are witnessing unprecedented disruptions to our mission and communities: deep staffing cuts across public land agencies, … Continued

Middle schoolers contribute to connectivity science used in the I-5 wildlife crossing feasibility study in Southwest Washington

A unique and inspiring collaboration between the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Road Ecology Center at the University of California Davis, and Toutle River Middle School is beginning the edification and education that will cultivate young conservationists and a more connected landscape.

Notes from the Field: Wildlife Ambassador Project in the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Valley

Conservation Northwest recently completed its pilot outreach project based near North Bend, WA. Dubbed as the Wildlife Ambassador Project, this effort connects people to the information they need to recreate with respect to wildlife across public lands. Conservation Northwest’s Seasonal Wildlife-Recreation Specialist was out in the field with volunteers each weekend from July 1 to September 3 to conduct outreach at the Middle Fork trailhead and campground. Below are her reflections on her summer working for Conservation Northwest.