Protecting America's last, best, wild places.

THIS IS CLOSING JULY 31ST,2012

The idea of untouched wilderness is at the core of the American experience, offering opportunity for recreation and reflection, sanctuary for wildlife and protected landscapes as a legacy for future generations. Yet, only 2.5 percent of our federal public land outside of Alaska is permanently protected as wilderness — free of roads and industrial development and forever available for hiking, hunting, fishing and a wide range of other recreational pursuits. These areas are also important refuges for many threatened and endangered species, and serve as critical storehouses of biodiversity.

http://www.pewenvironment.org/campaigns/campaign-for-americas-wilderness/id/62078/overview/