Round River Conservation Studies

Round River Conservation Studies is an ecological research and education organization whose goal is the formulation and implementation of conservation strategies that conserve and restore wildness. We recognize that flourishing wildlife, wildness and wild places are important in and of themselves and that conservation to be sustainable must be tied to the communities most dependent upon these landscapes. We take our name from Aldo Leopolds essay Round River, along with the idea that ecological study enriches ones personal land ethic and strengthens a communitys collective wisdom. Round River is dedicated to conservation strategies that preserve and restore wild places; to that end, we strive to develop and support traditions that sustain wildness. These efforts are anchored in the principles of conservation biology, supported by field research and community planning. Today, thanks to the perseverance of our supporters and partners, we are witnessing success. As a small organizatio...