Video - Boots on the Ground: Saving Species, Supporting the Mission

Posted on February 14, 2024

Filmed at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California and narrated by world-renowned photographer Joel Sartore of the National Geographic Photo Ark, this inspirational video tells a story of the unique balance between the vital military testing, training and operational mission and the extraordinary work, commitment, and dedication of the DoD to the conservation of at-risk species.

December 28, 2023, marked the 50th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, which presented the perfect opportunity to debut this inspiring video, highlighting the leading role DoD plays in the conservation of threatened and endangered species. This video was made possible by the DoD Legacy Resource Management Program, which is honored to collaborate with Joel Sartore, his team, and our Military partners.