Associations
National Audubon Society: seeks to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, with a focus on birds and other wildlife. Phone: 212-979-3000.

World Wildlife Fund: world's largest privately supported conservation organization; works to protect and save endangered species and address global environmental threats. Phone: 800-225-5993.

Schools
Bronx Zoo: get up close and personal with one of the best collections of gorillas in the world or attend a lecture on the big cats of Central America over wine and cheese, among other educational events. Phone: 718-367-1010.

National Wildlife Federation: day and weekend outings about the natural world, including animal tracks, creating a place for wildlife in your own backyard, and more. Phone: 800-822-9919.

San Diego Zoo and Animal Park: you've never seen models like those used in the art classes offered by this world-renowned zoo. Phone: 619-236-0163.

Books
A Field Guide to Animal Tracks, by Lawrence M. Page and Brooks M. Burr
The Safari Companion: A Guide to Watching African Mammals Including Hoofed Mammals, Carnivores, and Primates, by Richard D. Estes
National Geographic Photography Field Guide: Secrets to Making Great Pictures, by Peter K. Burian
African Safari Journal, by Mark W. Nolting

Magazines
Audubon: bi-monthly magazine of the National Audubon Society.
Living Planet: the quarterly magazine of the World Wildlife Fund.
National Geographic Magazine: the iconic gold-framed monthly magazine.