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- Title
The Wilderness Act at 60: A Brief Overview.
- Authors
WOLKE, HOWIE
- Abstract
The article provides an overview of the Wilderness Act, which was signed into law in 1964. The Act aimed to preserve wilderness areas in the United States and protect their wilderness character. Over the past 60 years, the perception of wilderness has evolved to include a focus on biodiversity and ecosystem conservation. The National Wilderness Preservation System has grown significantly, but wilderness areas face challenges such as climate change and invasive species. The article also discusses issues with special provisions in wilderness bills, agency stewardship, and the de-emphasis of wilderness by some conservation groups. The future of wilderness preservation is uncertain, but it is crucial for society to understand its importance in counteracting the biodiversity crisis and protecting wild species.
- Subjects
KEYSTONE species; WILDLIFE refuges; WILDERNESS areas; ENVIRONMENTAL degradation; PREDATOR management
- Publication
CounterPunch, 2024, p1
- ISSN
1086-2323
- Publication type
Article