The Society is a community of practice consisting of members who want to contribute to the preservation of wilderness. Effective wilderness stewardship requires professionalism and the Society is the only organization working exclusively to advance the professional practice of wilderness stewardship. If you care about wilderness stewardship, it is important that you help build and support an organization that will work to ensure that wilderness professionals have the knowledge, skills, and support they need. The Society is striving to build a large membership base in order to have a credible voice and be effective advocates for wilderness stewardship, as well as the funds and donated time that come from membership. Together, we are creating and growing a Society devoted to, finally, professionalizing wilderness stewardship! Our Mission: Our mission is to promote excellence in the professional practice of wilderness stewardship, science, and education to ensure the life-sustaining benefits of wilderness. Our Vision: Our vision is that stewards of the National Wilderness Preservation System have the professional abilities and resources to ensure that the values and benefits of wilderness are understood, treasured, and preserved by all people.