All development is not created equal. Some development projects will make a community a better place to live, work, and visit. Other development projects will not.

We are proud to announce the winners of this year’s America the Beautiful Photo Contest! Our 2023 contest saw over 800 submissions from over 300 different photographers of every…

Scenic America and Scenic Los Angeles are deeply concerned about the Los Angeles City Planning Commission’s 6-0 vote in favor of Metro’s proposed transportation communication network (TCN). Despite…

Power lines are a ubiquitous part of our landscape, essential for transmitting electricity from power plants to our homes and businesses. However, above-ground power lines, while being cost-effective…

September is a month of transition, where the warm embrace of summer starts to give way to the cool, crisp days of autumn. It’s also a time when…

With extreme weather events and natural disasters on the rise both nationally and globally, it is more important than ever for communities to be prepared for disaster when…

August is National Make-a-Will Month, and Scenic America is celebrating by establishing the Scenic America Planned Giving Society. This program is meant to recognize individuals who make an…

Cornelius “Neil” Ridgely is remembered for his exceptional dedication to preserving scenic beauty through effective advocacy and leadership. Ridgely’s influential efforts have significantly protected the natural landscape and…

Tourism and scenic conservation can be seen as two sides of the same coin. The magnetic allure of picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches, and awe-inspiring heritage sites often ignites…

For much of the month of August, the Hawaiian island of Maui has been the scene of unprecedented wildfire. The town of Lahaina has been particularly devastated, with…