I've always loved being outdoors, and I have my parents to thank for that. In the course of my life to date, it has become increasingly clear to me privately, during my studies and also through my professional commitment to climate protection how precious the gift of nature is and how little people often appreciate it - even though they depend on it. That's why I've been a volunteer member from the very beginning. The diversity worth protecting and the fragile uniqueness of wilderness was brought home to me once again during a visit to a piece of land protected by WI in 2011. I would like to help preserve this awareness and the treasure of nature for all the people who come after us. WI does just that: environmental education and reliable protection through the secure purchase of land.