She also describes the 4Cs of #civil discourse in a rewilding context, a fitting way to start the New Year: Be #charitable, #curious, #conscientious, and #constructive.
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It is, of course, a fool’s errand to stifle linguistic change. #Conservation projects deserve to be assessed on their merits, not their label. Personally, she is happy to see turf lawn converted to pollinator habitat, no matter the signage.

She would simply encourage the rewilding movement to directly and honestly address the appearance of conflict between North American and European rewilding practices.

“Our sincerest hope is for these images to inspire people on both sides of the border, to see what can be gained by further conserving the Sky Islands, protecting the remaining travel corridors, and rewilding the #borderlands.” —Ben Masters & Austin Alvarado, “Borderlands Jaguar”(3)

"A landscape of opportunity for binational #conservation efforts, where both countries can take pride in stewarding a shared ecosystem roamed by an animal so powerful and sacred that for thousands of years it has been revered as a god."(2)

Austin reflects on the spiritual connection of encountering big cats, the importance of wildlife corridors connecting Mexico to the U.S., and his philosophy that anyone willing to do the work can find their path in #conservation #filmmaking.
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This conversation explores the human side of conservation and demonstrates that success depends on #empathy and #community buy-in.

Austin shares his journey from river guide in West Texas to wildlife cinematographer, detailing the dedication required for remote camera work — including weeks spent hiking to remote locations and fine-tuning equipment to capture elusive #wildlife.

“We’re bringing hope to people who feel like so many things on the planet are going in one direction. Here at Cuenca, we are showing that there are certain parts of climate change that can be turned around.” – Valerie Gordon

The organization is entering a new phase by reintroducing native animals as ecosystem engineers, while continuing to address challenges with vegetation management, climate change, and balancing human and wildlife needs to restore and sustain this unique ecosystem.

For people in the borderlands region, Cuenca is an inspiration and favorite #conservation project that merits increased visibility and recognition worldwide. buff.ly/EOYJfoq

Known as a leader in #watershed #restoration through large-scale interventions, Cuenca’s work over three decades has led to a return of perennial water flows and increased #biodiversity, including #beavers, #birds, and #bison (and #jaguars).