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Anticipation of “returning to normal” continues to weave its way into our thoughts and planning these days. We don’t know what the new “normal” will look like, but it’s easy to imagine that nature will continue to play a larger role in people’s lives as a result of the pandemic. Some of us have always had a deep connection with nature. But nature became a new and essential escape for many over the past year. Nature remained open, while so many other things closed down.

In April, we celebrate the natural world , Earth Day and the second anniversary of Nature First. Join us to learn about why staff, advocates and members love nature, and celebrate with us this month.

Occasionally we get questions from people wondering whether there is any real reason for them to sign up. So today, we’re going to try and answer some of these questions and address the reasons that keep people from joining. I hope you find this helpful.

We recently got a chance to chat with Crystal Brindle (our Nature First Community Advocate in New Zealand) about her experience and perspective when it comes to overall preparedness and educational opportunities/resources, and impacts from photographers and other visitors to the great outdoors.

Like any meaningful organization, whether it be Doctors Without Borders, The World Wildlife Federation or Leave No Trace, there comes a time when additional staffing and financing are necessary to reach the goals for which the organization was established.

You may be wondering why Nature First is mentioning this conference. We don’t typically advertise conferences, but we’ve chosen to sponsor this one to help get the word out about Nature First to a global audience.

How planning ahead can help protect our natural treasures and public lands.

February is a time of year that many of us plan for summer. I know this is true for our family as we book campsites in national parks and start to plan for activities at our destination. This month, we are focusing on planning for your vacation and holiday travel with Nature First in mind…

We here at Nature First are thankful for a new year and the anticipation of a gradual return to the life we once had. We are also very thankful for all of you who are part of this important movement.

During the last four decades, wildlife photographer Tom Murphy has captured and presented to us many iconic images of nature from around the world. Yet, it is Yellowstone National Park that claims his heart.