Leave the Leaves for wildlife

Will you take a moment and pledge to Leave the Leaves this autumn to benefit native wildlife in your local community?

Songbirds, small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles all rely on the leaf layer in some way. Many beloved insect species like butterflies, moths, and fireflies use this layer as a safe spot to wait out the winter, and others forage in and even eat the decomposing leaves. Even plants and soil microbes benefit from the decaying leaves that provide a natural fertilizer!

Leaving the Leaves is about utilizing fallen leaves in ways that support the natural world rather than throwing them away.

Leaves and other natural debris are important parts of our ecosystem, and wildlife are counting on us to pledge our support. Can we count on you to Leave the Leaves?

First Name

Last Name

ZIP Code

Email Address

After submitting this form, you'll start receiving our email newsletter and wildlife updates from the National Wildlife Federation.

Wildlife News

After submitting this form, you'll start receiving our email newsletter and wildlife updates from the National Wildlife Federation.

Membership Offers

PG Membership

Yes

Backyard Habitats

After submitting this form, you'll start receiving our email newsletter and wildlife updates from the National Wildlife Federation.