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Celebrate National Wildlife Day with us! Join us in taking action to protect the planet and its wildlife, and make a difference in their future.
Celebrate National Wildlife Day on September 4 and appreciate the beauty and importance of our natural world! This day was founded in 2005 by Colleen Paige to bring attention to the plight of endangered species and their habitats. From majestic elephants, to playful dolphins, to soaring bald eagles - there are so many amazing creatures that call this planet home. Let's come together on this special day to honor them all!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Forming National Parks</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the late 1800s, the idea of National Parks emerged in the United States to preserve and protect natural habitats and wildlife.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1946</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishing the Wildlife Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act was launched in US to provide funds for the selection, restoration, rehabilitation and improvement of wildlife habitat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endangered Species Act Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Endangered Species Preservation Act was signed into law, laying the groundwork for the creation of the Endangered Species Act of 1973.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Endangered Species Act Enactment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Endangered Species Act was enacted to protect threatened and endangered species from extinction as a 'consequence of economic growth and development untempered by adequate concern and conservation.'</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Wildlife Day Founding</div><div class='timeline-text'>Colleen Paige founded National Wildlife Day to honor and protect animals and the importance of conservation around the world.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a wildlife sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a wildlife sanctuary to learn more about the natural habitats of many species of animals. Get up close and personal with some of nature's most interesting creatures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a nature walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a nature walk and explore your local park or forest, looking for wild animals and birds. Bring along binoculars and a camera to capture your sightings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a wildlife festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for festivals celebrating the wildlife in your area that offer educational activities, art shows, music, and lectures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at an animal shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Help out at an animal shelter on National Wildlife Day by cleaning cages, grooming animals, or just playing with them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant native plants</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plant native plants in your garden to provide food and habitat for local wildlife. This is especially important in urban areas where green space can be scarce.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Awareness of the Natural World</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Wildlife Day is the perfect opportunity to gain awareness about different species living around us and the threats they may face. It allows for advocacy on behalf of endangered wildlife, and helps educate people on how human activities are having an impact on the environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Preservation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Observing National Wildlife Day is a great way to take action in protecting and preserving our planet's biodiversity. By being mindful of what we do and engaging with the cause, everyone can do their part in managing land and resources responsibly for future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Connection with Nature</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating wildlife on this day provides a chance to connect more closely with nature. Spending time outdoors observing wildlife is not only calming, but it’s also beneficial for mental health. Plus, it reminds us just how beautiful and unique the natural world is!</p></div></div>
National Wildlife Day is celebrated on September 4 every year. In 2024 National Wildlife Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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Sep 4
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Sep 4
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