Take an in-depth look at the very complex world of wildlife, fisheries, and natural resource management with the latest edition of this popular textbook. Designed to reflect the common curricula of high-school level courses in Natural and Environmental Sciences, Wildlife and Natural Resource Management, 3rd Edition, provides students with content that is both engaging and easy to understand. The book's comprehensive coverage includes the history of wildlife conservation in America, the history of modern wildlife and fisheries management, the various federal and state agencies responsible for wildlife and fisheries management, the financing of wildlife conservation in America, and the numerous private conservation organizations that currently exist. It also examines important current issues, such as fossil fuels and their role in our society today, and endangered species and the laws that protect them. Packed with valuable learning aids like end-of-chapter student activities, a glossary of key terms, and appendices of additional information, this is an indispensable resource that will instill a deeper understanding of the issues that surround the conservation and preservation of our natural environment.