Nature Sounds Are Necessary Nature sounds affect the integrity and functions of entire ecosystems – in ways that we are just beginning to understand. Excessive and/or inappropriate noise can be detrimental to wildlife (not to mention wilderness character), affecting everything from communication and foraging to navigation and mating. Read more here. Animals detect sound even when they are asleep — […]
Know the Facts About Coyotes on CINS Coyotes (Canis latrans) have expanded their range as we have extirpated large predators (wolves, cougars, and bears) and cleared swaths of land. They now inhabit most, if not all, barrier islands in Georgia – including Cumberland. Their survival is attributed to their adaptability, intelligence, and resilience. Research is currently being conducted on other […]
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.