42 Years Without a Wilderness Management Plan! In 1982, Congress designated nearly two-thirds of Cumberland Island as federally-protected Wilderness (8,840 acres) and Potential Wilderness (11,718 acres)…..but to date, the National Park Service (NPS) has not implemented the Wilderness Management Plan required to protect it. Wild Cumberland believes development and implementation of a Wilderness Management Plan would establish the accountability, consistency, […]
Cumberland Island Trivia can be a fun way to celebrate National Wilderness Month. Wild Cumberland is marking the occasion with our weekly trivia nights – which double as a fundraiser to support our work! Simply make a donation of $10+ to play each week and join us online. We laugh a lot — and you do not have to be […]
Wild Cumberland has always believed that extending protections (or establishing new protected areas) is critical to protecting our existing Wilderness. We’re proud to demonstrate our support for protection of an area known as the Blake Plateau. The Blake Plateau is an elongated, relatively flat expanse of the continental shelf along the southeastern coast. It features more than 200 species of […]
Unfortunately, there have been no public updates on a resolution related to e-bike use on public lands managed by the National Park Service.
The “Commitment to Cumberland” in 2024 was a success! Your participation in this event helped make our work possible. We try to support local and small businesses and artists when possible — we hope you saw that reflected in the items available during this special event.
Wild Cumberland and the Center for a Sustainable Coast are opposing attempts to develop Cumberland Island, which threaten its wilderness and ecosystems. Legal actions focus on challenging developments like Lumar LLC’s dock, approved without adequate public notice or ecological consideration. Recent court decisions could mandate further review and public involvement.
Wild Cumberland Opposes Twin Pines Mining Proposal
The NPS change overlooks the chance to guarantee equal park access for all users, prompting action to email the Superintendent.
Join Jessica and Devin on the Wild Cumberland podcast as they delve into the latest updates and issues impacting Cumberland Island. From environmental news and legal developments to special features on local fauna and upcoming events, this podcast enriches listeners’ understanding with detailed discussions that complement the Wild Cumberland newsletter. Share your thoughts and suggestions with the Wild Cumberland team to influence future content, and appreciate the quality production by Vertical River. Tune in to stay informed and connected with the Wild Cumberland community.
Dani Purvis from Wild Cumberland discussed Ocean Justice at a White House meeting, emphasizing equitable ocean protection and enhancing diverse representation.