"I stand with the Keep Big Bend Wild coalition"
I stand with the Keep Big Bend Wild coalition in their mission to secure official Wilderness designation for Big Bend National Park's untouched backcountry. This fight isn't new—the National Park Service first championed it in 1974, during my tenure as Director, and reaffirmed the call in 1978. Now, it's time for Congress to act. By enshrining permanent, statutory protection, we can ensure Big Bend’s breathtaking landscapes remain shielded from policy shifts or development threats. It's heartening to see the backing of former NPS Directors, united in our commitment to safeguarding America's wilderness legacy so future generations can continue to embrace its solitude, beauty, and ecological richness."
~ Ronald H. Walker, NPS Director 1973-1975
Keep Big Bend Wild Named an Official Take Care of Texas Partner
Take Care of Texas, a statewide campaign from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, supports our collective role as Texans in environmental protection in our state. Keep Big Bend[…]
The Best Places for Astrophotography in Big Bend National Park
Discover the best spots in Big Bend National Park to photograph the night sky — including safety tips, astrophotography settings, and hidden locations for stargazing solitude.
Big Bend After Dark: Milky Way Magic and the Mission to Keep It Wild
By Jeff Pfaller A pack of javelinas trot into the harsh light of my headlights, their eyes like pools of mercury as they stare back at me. I am[…]
Permian Basin Area Foundation Supports Wilderness at Big Bend
Keep Big Bend Wild is pleased to have the support of the Permian Basin Area Foundation. The organization passed an important resolution in support of our efforts in February.
Keep Big Bend Wild Public Meetings
As public understanding and support are essential for KBBW’s effort to see Congressional action on wilderness designation for the undeveloped areas of Big Bend National Park, the KBBW core[…]
Join KEEP BIG BEND WILD FOR a Community Meeting on FUTURE of Big Bend National Park
KEEP BIG BEND WILD is a coalition of Big Bend National Park supporters who care deeply about securing the future of the wild places we love at Big Bend.[…]
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Big Bend National Park, TX, 79834