Botswana Children Lead Local Conservation Efforts

The African Bush Camps Foundation (ABCF) is empowering young people in Botswana’s remote Khwai region to become the next generation of conservation leaders through its Junior Ranger Program. This initiative is designed to instill a sense of ownership and pride Read More …

Endangered Shark Trade Violates Global CITES Protections

A new study published in Science Advances reveals widespread non-compliance with international trade protections for endangered sharks, indicating that global wildlife rules are being routinely violated. Researchers, including those from Mote Marine Laboratory and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), used Read More …

Global Conservationists Fight To Protect Endangered Okapi

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is actively campaigning for the adoption of Proposal 5 at the CITES CoP20 meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Submitted by the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the proposal aims to list the Read More …

Global Movement For Eco-Friendly Beaches Gains Momentum

The international Blue Flag program is recognized as a global standard for environmental excellence, certifying beaches, marinas, and sustainable boat operators that adhere to stringent criteria across four categories: environmental education, water quality, environmental management, and safety. This initiative is Read More …

Global Movement For Eco-Friendly Beaches Gains Momentum

The international Blue Flag program is recognized as a global standard for environmental excellence, certifying beaches, marinas, and sustainable boat operators that adhere to stringent criteria across four categories: environmental education, water quality, environmental management, and safety. This initiative is Read More …

Closed: Grand Canyon North Rim’s Resilient Spirit

The majestic Grand Canyon North Rim has faced a challenging time, as a fast-moving wildfire unfortunately impacted a significant portion of its cherished landscape and structures. The historic Grand Canyon Lodge, a beloved landmark and the sole lodging option on Read More …

Great Plains Foundation Launches Art That Protects

Great Plains, the tourism conservation organization founded by National Geographic filmmaker-explorers Dereck and Beverly Joubert, is delighted to reveal Art that Protects, a selection of Beverly Joubert Fine Art Prints for purchase, with proceeds supporting the Big Cats Initiative.  “When Beverly and I Read More …