OUR MISSION
To conserve America’s wildlife heritage through conservation education, preservation of habitat and management of fish and wildlife.
OUR LEGACY
Wildlife Forever is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit conservation charity. Founded in 1987, Wildlife Forever has funded thousands of research and habitat restoration projects across North America. Signature programs focus on preventing invasive species, connecting youth to the outdoors through the Art of Conservation, and habitat restoration through Prairie City USA.
Wildlife Forever News
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Proclaims May 11th Clean Drain Dry Day To Help Stop the Spread of Invasive Species
May 7th, 2024Contact: Zach Burnside – Invasive Species Program Manager White Bear Lake, MN - Governor Tim Walz along with Wildlife Forever and DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen, proclaim Saturday, May 11th
Fish Art Contest State Winners Announced
For Immediate Release Contact: Addison Motta, amotta@wildlifeforever.org White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and Title Sponsor Bass Pro Shop are proud to announce the 2024 Art of Conservation® Fish
Deepwater Horizon Halftime Reports Calls for Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement
For Immediate Release April 16, 2024 Contact: Pat Conzemius, President & CEO pconzemius@wildlifeforever.org White Bear Lake, MN - The 14th anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill coincides with
New Boat Ramp Signs Help Anglers and Boaters Prevent Invasive Species
White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever, CD3 Systems, and FishBrain announce a new digital platform to aid boaters and anglers in preventing aquatic invasive species. The Check-In & Check-Out
Clean Drain Dry Initiative Releases Annual Accomplishment Report
White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever is proud to release the 2023 Clean Drain Dry Initiative® annual accomplishment report. Through partnerships with the outdoor industry, state and federal agencies,
OUR CONSERVATION EFFORTS
PREVENTION
Clean Drain Dry Initiative
As our nation’s leader in the fight against invasive species, Wildlife Forever’s highly acclaimed Clean Drain Dry Initiative reaches millions of outdoor enthusiasts each year.
The public is the first line of defense in stopping the spread of invasive species on land and in the water. Clean Drain Dry is an efficient and effective public awareness and education outreach effort designed to enlist the support of the public and encourage them to take action.
EDUCATION
Art of Conservation
Art of Conservation supports Fish and Songbird Art Contests. For nearly 25 years, the Fish Art program has taught youth around the world about fish and aquatic conservation. The Songbird Art program, created in partnership with the Jay N. Darling Legacy Center, is focused on sharing the wonder and diversity of songbirds, as well as their conservation needs.
RESTORATION
Prairie City USA
Prairie City USA™ is a community program to integrate prairie habitat restoration, demonstration projects and adoption of conservation best practices. Through civic leadership, public engagement and implementation of prairie-friendly policy, integrated prairie conservation practices will create significant benefits to the environment, to the city and to the people.