Rachel Carson, a renowned biologist, author, and founding member of The Nature Conservancy in Maine, will be celebrated during a visit to the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge in Wells, Maine. Join

Rachel Carson, a renowned biologist, author, and founding member of The Nature Conservancy in Maine, will be celebrated during a visit to the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge in Wells, Maine. Join Cori Kahn of the Conservancy to learn more about this conservation icon.

Carson's influential work, Silent Spring, is available from Amazon.com.

With six of seven sea turtle species threatened or endangered, conservation efforts are crucial. RED

With six of seven sea turtle species threatened or endangered, conservation efforts are crucial. RED Sustainable Tourism, a Mexican conservation adventure company, connects travelers and volunteers to support these efforts, offering unique experiences. Similarly, SEE Turtles provides conservation travel opportunities for families and volunteers seeking a positive impact.

These initiatives promote ecotourism, sustainable travel, and community conservation. They offer tours and school programs in regions like Mexico, Costa Rica, and Trinidad, enabling travelers and volunteers to contribute to the protection of sea creatures.

Gala Co-chairs Hank and Wendy Paulson presented the International Conservation Caucus Foundation's (ICCF) "The Good Steward" Award to Kris and Doug Tompkins.

The Tompkins were honored for

Gala Co-chairs Hank and Wendy Paulson presented the International Conservation Caucus Foundation's (ICCF) "The Good Steward" Award to Kris and Doug Tompkins.

The Tompkins were honored for their significant personal investment in rehabilitating and conserving over two million acres of land across the Patagonia region of Chile and Argentina.

Millionaire Doug Tompkins, founder of Esprit, purchased a vast rainforest in Southern Chile to create Pumalin Park, a significant biodiversity reserve. However, his philanthropy faces suspicion

Millionaire Doug Tompkins, founder of Esprit, purchased a vast rainforest in Southern Chile to create Pumalin Park, a significant biodiversity reserve. However, his philanthropy faces suspicion from many Chileans.

Critics, including conservative politician Jaime Orpis, view Tompkins' 100km reserve as a national security threat, linking the Argentine border to central Chile. His anti-development stance also irritates a nation seeking economic growth. Despite calls for him to leave, Tompkins remains committed to protecting the park until the Chilean government assumes its preservation.

This report was produced by ABC Australia and distributed by Journeyman Pictures.