Rewilding Magazine

Across the Canadian prairies are many places where #bison have returned to roam free – at least, as far as they can go without running into fencing. But that's a far cry from their historical territory, writes journalist Zack Metcalfe. Here, Metcalfe journeys to find the bison and the people working to boost their populations in any way they can >> https://lnkd.in/gXBxNnha Thanks to Parks Canada, Wanuskewin , Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, Michelle LeClair, Hila Shamon 🎗️, and everyone else who contributed their time and knowledge to make this story happen.

"One Garden Against the World is a call to action for anyone interested in gardening, conservation or climate change. Bradbury’s engaging narrative and actionable advice make this book an essential read for urban dwellers looking to make a positive impact." https://lnkd.in/g26d_mdd

"Our dream is to expand the Aldabra giants’ habitats beyond the Anjajavy Reserve, so that this tortoise can help regenerate forest and woodland across as much of Madagascar as possible." A heartening piece from Miguel Pedrono and colleagues on how they're bringing giant tortoises back to Madagascar, with stunning photos from Anjajavy le lodge - Relais & Châteaux >> https://lnkd.in/gtPeE-Az

Our latest newsletter features a restored urban creek, a rewilding art exhibit and a new book about coexisting with bears, plus how to remove your lawn. Thanks to contributors including Jennifer Cole, Sarah Elmeligi, John E. Marriott, JEM Photography, Alison Munson, Jadine Ngan, David Gelsthorpe and more! https://lnkd.in/g4WQCvSU

"If you want to say goodbye to your days of pushing a lawnmower and shelling out to keep your grass green, there are lots of possibilities," writes Jadine Ngan. "You can sow a meadow of wildflowers, rewild the space with native plants or refashion your yard into a fruit and vegetable garden." But before you can turn your dreams into action, you’ll need to remove your lawn grass. Here’s a rundown of five common DIY paths you can take, which you can also mix-and-match to suit different areas around your home. https://lnkd.in/gGgXM5c2

"What has devastated Mt. Gorongosa’s forest canopy is aggressive #deforestation. "People are poor and telling them not to cut forest wood makes no sense. There was no motivation for them to guard the forest." "So our innovation to plant and embed #coffee trees amongst the fast-growing indigenous trees quickly won over local communities. "They realized that with coffee trees they can harvest the beans, earn from sales and exports, find jobs cultivating and tending and be able to afford food, healthcare or education for their kids." https://lnkd.in/gVThp2e3

"The word 'wild' means different things to different people and, in terms of rewilding, what works in one place may not work in another," writes David Gelsthorpe of the Manchester Museum. "But all the projects featured in Wild have a fresh approach to biodiversity loss and embrace a brighter future where people and nature thrive." https://lnkd.in/gBAD8Ndx

Our new newsletter is out! With contributions by and mentions of Sophie Yeo, Hakai Magazine, Daria Maystruk, Tara Nolan, Julie Olum and Jennifer Grenz >> https://lnkd.in/gUa2k4Zk

"Butterflies inspire reverence, reflection, delight," writes Brian Payton. "Their ability to metamorphose from earthbound caterpillars to magnificent creatures who rise above the Earth on gossamer wings has captivated our imaginations and serves as a symbol of both transformation and redemption." In this reprint from our friends at Hakai Magazine, Payton explores the projects underway to help revive the population of the Taylor's checkerspot butterfly: https://lnkd.in/g--W-crK

"Big or small, our yards are living canvases we can 'paint' with a wide variety of plant textures and colours," writes Tara Nolan. "Traditionally, the main medium has been grass, in the form of lawns. But what if we replaced some (or all) of that lawn space to grow food – not only for us, but for pollinators and wildlife?" https://lnkd.in/dSWAdiAD