A great way to learn about and get involved in current conservation issues
 The Western Wilderness Conference 2010 is to be held April 8-11, at UC Berkeley.
The web site is: www.westernwilderness.org.
The first wilderness conference, back in 1947, was the inspiration of David Brower. The last California conference, held in 2000, fostered the enthusiasm, friendships, dedication, knowledge and hard work that has led to the permanent protection of 1 million acres of wilderness in California.
This conference has a broader vision: to protect landscapes throughout the West necessary for climate change adaptation. Of particular importance is Rick Ridgeway's presentation on FREEDOM TO ROAM (http://freedomtoroam.org/). This is truly a must see.
Come see old friends, meet new ones, shares stories and plan new campaigns.
Save the date now! For anyone who cares about the wild places of the West—this is one event not to miss!
Sometimes progress means making nothing happen. For decades, environmental groups have worked to preserve the wilderness from development. Meet the nation’s most effective advocates at the Western Wilderness Conference.
From April 8th - 11th, 2010, celebrate recent successes and discuss proven strategies to strengthen environmental campaigns. Meet with like-minded activists and discover surprising new allies. Preserving wilderness affects us all. 2010 is the year to expand your environmental network.
The Western Wilderness Conference is sponsored by the California Wilderness Coalition and the Sierra Club, and includes organizations from all twelve western states, including Alaska.
Nearly 50 workshops led by the nation’s most effective advocates will provide you with the tools and strategies to strengthen your campaign. Whether you're a long time activist or new to environmental advocacy, you’ll undubtedly discover new tools and inspiration.
The Western Wilderness Conference includes:
*New allies- The environment affects us all. Learn how to reach out to youth groups, business owners, Hispanic communities and more.
*Social Media- Galvanize and grow your members with Facebook, Twitter and more.
*Insider tips- Discover the most effective ways to work with Congress. Government officials tell how to cut through red tape.
Wilderness preservation has never been more important- or more possible. In the last 4 years, wilderness advocates have succeeded in establishing over 2 million acres of protected wilderness. Are you curious about what it takes to succeed on this scale?
Save your spot at this historic conference, and register today.
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