The Society for Wilderness Stewardship is the only national organization
representing the diverse range of people dedicated to wilderness stewardship. We are a unified
voice for excellence in the theory and practice of stewardship of the National Wilderness
Preservation System for both paid employees and committed volunteers. Our members build
connections, develop new skills and broaden their influence through a number of existing and
planned benefits including:
Existing Benefits
Expert Advice - Gain exclusive access to wilderness expertise from a diverse
range of fields through our on-line, searchable Wilderness Experts database, and get the expert
advice you need to address your wilderness issue.
Jobs – Post and access our growing list of internships, seasonal, temporary,
full and part time permanent wilderness employment opportunities through our Jobs in Wilderness site. Access our searchable jobs library to find the job that’s right for you or to gain access to the best, brightest, and most diverse employees and volunteers to help advance your wilderness program.
Wilderness Working Groups & Standing Committees - Broaden your influence
by sharing your ideas and exploring and investigating timely wilderness stewardship
issues with like-minded wilderness colleagues through our on-line Wilderness Working Group forums. Influence Society
for Wilderness Stewardship direction and policy through participation in one of several Committees.
Stewardship Resources - Find the Resources you need through access to wilderness
publications, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art wilderness management
practices. Whether you are a scientist or student, manager or volunteer you will
find what you need to get the job done.
Leadership Access - Gain exclusive access to Society for Wilderness Stewardship Board meeting notes and the
opportunity to nominate Board members.
Planned Benefits
Wilderness On-Line Store Discounts - Enjoy an exclusive 5% lifetime discount on all individual purchases from the Wilderness On-Line Store including wilderness maps, brochures, and other educational resources.
Networking Opportunities - Gain exclusive access to contact information for any Society member through our on-line, searchable Membership Directory and take advantage of networking opportunities.
Conferences & Workshops - Get discounted tuition to conferences and workshops that unite diverse
wilderness professionals to explore, learn, and debate wilderness stewardship and policy issues, research, and best management practices. Gain access to the most comprehensive
Wilderness Calendar of related meetings, conferences, workshops, and training opportunities.
Join Now to become a member of the Society for Wilderness Stewardship and start enjoying your benefits today!