Korean Mountain Preservation League
An NGO dedicated to the ecological preservation of South Korea's Highlands
How are you helping the Planet?
We're curious about what you do to help in the conservation efforts of Planet Earth. What you do can influence others, creating a grassroots network of change. Read more about our Collective Efforts Network.
Volunteering opportunities
The KMPL thrives on its volunteers. From working infield to helping to organize seminars to participating in special projects, volunteers are the heart of the KMPL. Contact us to see how you can help.
Environment & Nature News
This week:
- Two new natural wonders on World Heritage List, including the Dolomites
- Seoul Metro may install subway cars for cyclists
- Unregulated "bycatch" whaling in South Korea & Japan threatens species
The KMPL Counter
To date, the KMPL has properly removed and disposed of 3,232 litres of trash and recyclables from Korea’s mountains.
Korea's Asiatic Black Bears
The black bear (moon bear) population in South Korea continues to be threatened by poaching, habitat loss, and general miseducation. There are currently fewer than twenty bears left in the Korean wild, and the rest are suffering in bile farms for the production of archaic medicines.
Visit Moon Bears Org now for more information about bile farms in South Korea.
KMPL Gallery
View photos & videos of KMPL members and volunteers at work, plus shots of Korean mountain scenery.
Your Carbon Footprint
Get an estimate of how much carbon you use in tonnes per year. Visit Zero Footprint now!
The KMPL Snow Leopard Drive
The Korean Mountain Preservation League is holding a drive to raise funds in support of the Snow Leopard Trust. Learn about the KMPL's Project: Global Conservation and see how you can become an important component in a bigger network working together to preserve mountain biodiversity worldwide.
Images courtesy of the Snow Leopard Trust
Museum of Natural History
Visit the Museum of Natural History in Seodaemun. Vital lessons about Planet Earth can be learned at the museum, lessons that children in particular should be exposed to.
Ura's World is a children's story that tells the tale of a young Asiatic black bear, Ura, and his adventures with his friends in the mountains of South Korea.
A story about friendship and mutual understanding, this beautifully illustrated book aims to raise awareness of the Korean wild and all the animals that depend on it - including humans. Get it today!
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