Wildlife crossings save lives
Elk, deer, panthers, bears, turtles and all sorts of animals are struck by cars and trucks. Wildlife crossings give them safe passage.
Steve
Blackledge
Senior Director, Conservation America Campaign, Environment America
Started on staff: 1991
B.A., Wartburg College
Steve directs Environment America’s efforts to protect our public lands and waters and the species that depend on them. He led our successful campaign to win full and permanent funding for our nation’s best conservation and recreation program, the Land and Water Conservation Fund. He previously oversaw U.S. PIRG’s public health campaigns. Steve lives in Sacramento, California, with his family, where he enjoys biking and exploring Northern California.
Posts by Steve Blackledge
Why are bees important?
What do bees make you think of? Honey? Getting stung? As it turns out, they are far more important than you might realize—and are worth protecting.
A new, important wildlife corridors bill
Saving America’s wildlife requires us to understand the migrations and daily patterns of animals and to limit the damage caused by roads, fences and buildings.
The bald eagle is America’s national bird
Always a symbol of America, the bald eagle is officially our national bird. And it's doing well, thanks to conservation efforts.
The true costs of wildlife crossings
On many roads, running into deer, elk or other wildlife is a real risk. Finding a solution would preserve drivers' safety and property, in addition to reducing animal deaths.