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Many nature photographers are already making incredible contributions and positive impact on the natural landscape. Simon Baxter, a UK based woodlands and nature photographer, has partnered with Trees for Life to create Meg’s Grove – conserving the native Scots Pine in the Caledonian Forests of Scotland.

Soon after we launched the Nature First movement, we started hearing stories about the irresponsible behavior of some nature photographers. Of course, these stories and their impact were the genesis of Nature First and the 7 Principles. But then, members started asking, “What will the Nature First organization do when they learn about irresponsible behavior?”

UK based photographer, Mike Prince, writes about his thoughts on Nature First and ethics in nature photography. Read it here – Nature First Alliance. From the very beginning, we wanted this movement to be international and not overly biased towards the USA. We’re thrilled and humbled that we have members joining from more than 38

Ben Horne is a talented photographer, YouTube vlogger, and Nature First member. He recently published a video discussing Nature First and a great overview of the 7 principles.

This area six miles back from the trailhead had been trampled by far too many feet. But why had they been to this remote location? How did they even know about it? It then dawned on me, causing me to feel almost ill: I had published numerous photos of this area, shared the location online, and then told everyone who asked where this area could be found. The flowers were gone because of me. Unwittingly I had helped to destroy one of the most beautiful fields of flowers to be found in Rocky Mountain National Park.