Wild Alabama

Wild Alabama was designated as a Gold Standard Program in 2024.

“Wild Alabama is honored to have received the Gold Standard Program designation, which recognizes our commitment to excellence in wilderness stewardship, conservation, and education,” said Heather Tucker, Executive Director. “This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our team, volunteers, and partners in preserving Alabama’s wilderness areas for future generations.”

Wild Alabama is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring people to enjoy, value, and protect Alabama’s public lands and wilderness areas. Through education, advocacy, and hands-on stewardship, Wild Alabama works to preserve the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the state’s unique landscapes. The organization engages communities through wilderness skills training, environmental monitoring, volunteer programs, and partnerships, fostering a shared commitment to safeguarding these special places for current and future generations. From the Sipsey Wilderness to the Talladega National Forest, Wild Alabama champions the protection of Alabama’s wild places and the diverse life they sustain.