The Montana Wilderness Association (MWA) is a nonprofit organization that has been working to protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands since 1964. With over 4,500 members and supporters, MWA is dedicated to preserving Montana’s natural heritage for future generations.
What We Do
MWA works to protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands through a variety of programs and services. These include:
- Advocacy: MWA advocates for the protection of Montana’s wilderness and public lands through lobbying, grassroots organizing, and public education.
- Stewardship: MWA works to maintain and restore Montana’s wilderness and public lands through volunteer projects, trail maintenance, and other stewardship activities.
- Education: MWA provides educational resources and programs to help people learn about Montana’s wilderness and public lands.
Impact
MWA’s work has had a significant impact on Montana’s wilderness and public lands. Some of the organization’s accomplishments include:
- Helping to pass the Montana Wilderness Act, which protected over 1.5 million acres of wilderness in Montana.
- Working to prevent the construction of a proposed gold mine in the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness.
- Restoring over 200 miles of trails in Montana’s wilderness areas.
Giving
MWA relies on the support of donors to fund its work. Donations can be made online through the organization’s website, or by mail.
Grants
MWA offers grants to individuals and organizations working to protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands. These grants are awarded on a competitive basis.
Research
MWA conducts research on Montana’s wilderness and public lands to better understand the challenges facing these areas and to develop strategies for protecting them.
Programs & Services
MWA offers a variety of programs and services to help people learn about and protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands. These include:
- Wilderness Walks: Guided hikes and walks in Montana’s wilderness areas.
- Wilderness Workshops: Educational workshops on topics related to Montana’s wilderness and public lands.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities to get involved in stewardship projects and other volunteer activities.
Careers & Volunteer
MWA offers a variety of career and volunteer opportunities for people interested in working to protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands. These opportunities are posted on the organization’s website.
Funded Partners
MWA partners with a variety of organizations to fund its work. These partners include foundations, corporations, and other nonprofit organizations.
Training & Certification
MWA offers training and certification programs for people interested in working in the field of wilderness and public lands protection. These programs include wilderness first aid certification, trail maintenance training, and more.
Contact Information
Montana Wilderness Association
80 S Warren St
Helena, MT 59601
Phone: (406) 443-7350
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.wildmontana.org
FAQ
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- What is the Montana Wilderness Association?
The Montana Wilderness Association is a nonprofit organization that works to protect Montana’s wilderness and public lands.
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- How can I get involved with MWA?
You can get involved with MWA by volunteering, making a donation, or attending one of the organization’s events.
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- What kind of programs does MWA offer?
MWA offers a variety of programs, including guided hikes, educational workshops, and volunteer opportunities.
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- How does MWA fund its work?
MWA relies on donations from individuals, foundations, and corporations to fund its work.
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