Ways to promote conservation!
How To Help Conservation
Overview
This is a module to go over the basic definition of conservation, why it is important, and how to take action to protect the environment.
Introduction
Conservation is something that many people speak about when they talk about the environment. It can be interpreted in various ways. This module is to give a brief overview on the definition of conservation as well as simple ways that individuals can help support it.
What is Conservation?
Conservation is the protection of the environment. It is an effort made to prevent the extinction or mass destruction of environments in the world. It is also to help protect biodiversity, which is a word used to describe the variety of species and organisms on Earth.
Why is Conservation Important?
So you may be thinking, why is conservation important? Conservation is important not only for the current health of the planet and people but for the future health of generations to come. It is important that there are natural areas available for everyone to enjoy! These can be in the forms of state parks, beaches, nature trails, public parks, and other green spaces.
Taking Action
There are many ways that you can take action in conservation:
- Buying fishing licenses
- Buying hunting licenses, equipment, or ammunition
- Picking up trash when it is somewhere it is not supposed to be
- Planting species that are native to the area you are in
- Not littering
- Spreading the word about conservation
Now that you have learned about conservation, go help save the environment!
Review
Now, you know what conservation is. You also know why it is important and how you can take action to support it. If you have any questions about any of these topics, you can go online to your state's conservation commission to learn more!