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“Mountain wilderness” refers to any pristine, untouched mountain environment, where anyone can experience vast open spaces, silence, solitude, nature. “The value of wilderness therefore lies above all in its potential to stimulate a creative relationship between civilised man and the natural environment. It is the degree of authenticity of this relationship that gives a non-ephemeral meaning to adventure.”

This definition dates back to 1987, when the Biella theses, our manifesto, were written. They marked the birth of Mountain Wilderness.

Mountain Wilderness International (MWI) is the umbrella organisation of the national chapters of Mountain Wilderness. It facilitates communication and exchange among national chapters, coordinates and organises international projects and actions and officially represents the organisation in its relations with governments, authorities, international institutions and non-governmental organisations.

If you share our ideas and you wish to help us, please join a national chapter. Mountain Wilderness has chapters in a dozen countries.

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The Patagonian village of El Chaltén is a paradise for hikers. But the seasonal influx of tourists stretches the sanitation infrastructure to breaking point ... See MoreSee Less

This Patagonian village has glacier-fed rivers and majestic scenery. The only problem? Sewage

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El Chaltén is a paradise for hikers. But the seasonal influx of tourists stretches the sanitation infrastructure to breaking point – and even a legal victory has not provided a solution
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"This year, I returned to assess the progress of the cleanup efforts. But the most immediate—and most alarming—change wasn’t the litter. It was the glacier itself."Don't miss Mountain Wilderness Pakistan's President poignant account of Baltoro and how it has changed over the past 30 years.#cleanup #Baltoro #Karakoram #Pakistan #K2 #freeK2 ... See MoreSee Less

Thirty Years on Ice: A Witness to the Changing Face of the Baltoro - Mountain Wilderness

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From Cleanup Expeditions to Climate Chronicles: My Four Treks to K2 Base Camp By Afzel Scherazi President of Mountain Wilderness Pakistan The Karakoram has been my office, my temple, and my obsession ...
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"Glaciers in California’s mountains are disappearing fast and will likely be gone by the end of the century. Geologists found that these glaciers have been in place since before humans came to the Americas. This means there is no precedent in the last 20,000 years for their disappearance." ... See MoreSee Less

California’s Ancient Glaciers Are Melting Away for the First Time in Human History | KQED

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New research shows that California's Sierra Nevada glaciers, which will vanish in decades, have remained intact for at least 10,000 years.
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Chenaillet is a mountain massif located along the border ridge between the Cerveyrette Valley (France, Dauphiné) and the Claviere Valley (Italy). It is a rare geological formation of international significance and is part of the Geopark that bears its name.On Saturday, September 27, a meeting was held in the area with representatives from MW France, MW Italy, and other French environmental protection associations. The purpose was to reaffirm the shared commitment to safeguarding this precious site from the encroachment of new cable car construction projects in nearby areas—Roche de l'Aigle in France and Colletto Verde in Italy.The gathering was a meaningful opportunity to connect individuals and local organizations united by a common goal. After a convivial picnic and a hike to Chenaillet, participants parted ways with a mutual pledge to closely monitor the development of the proposed ski link project, which poses a serious threat to the region’s biodiversity and its enchanting landscape. ... See MoreSee Less

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"The Girose Glacier lies at the foot of La Meije, the iconic peak of the Écrins Massif. Its breathtaking landscape was officially recognized by the French government in 1943 as a site of public interest for conservation. Since the 1970s, the glacier has been accessible via a cable car from the La Grave ski resort, making it one of the last large Alpine glaciers open to all.Today, however, it faces the threat of a controversial cable car expansion..."Read our new article by Mathieu Crétet Mountain Wilderness France and don't miss our monthly feature on the world's glaciers, which this month focuses on the Girose Glacier (you can find the link to the feature in our article on the website).www.mountainwilderness.org/2025/09/26/the-future-of-the-girose-glacier/ ... See MoreSee Less

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mwildernessint Mountain Wilderness International @mwildernessint ·
5 Oct

"This year, I returned to assess the progress of the cleanup efforts. But the most immediate—and most alarming—change wasn’t the litter. It was the glacier itself."
Don't miss MW Pakistan's President poignant account of #Baltoro over the past 30 years

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mwildernessint Mountain Wilderness International @mwildernessint ·
4 Oct

Glaciers in California’s mountains are disappearing fast & will likely be gone by the end of the century. These glaciers have been in place since before humans came to the Americas i.e. there is no precedent in the last 20,000 years for their disappearance

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27 Sep

Since the '70s, the Girose Glacier has been accessible via cable car from La Grave ski resort, making it one of the last large Alpine glaciers open to all. Today it faces the threat of a controversial cable car expansion...
Article by Mathieu Crétet https://www.mountainwilderness.org/2025/09/26/the-future-of-the-girose-glacier/

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21 Sep

Our all-women's environment-friendly mountaineering course ended on Sept. 11th. This project is part of a series of initiatives, whose ultimate goal is establish a protected area in the Swat mountains, extending into neighbouring Chitral #mountainsmatter

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18 Sep

"Satellite images from NASA’s Earth Observatory have revealed that a new island appeared in southeastern Alaska over the summer. Unfortunately, it’s not the sort of appearance that calls for a celebration..."

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