The First Trust : Rejoice that we are part of the animal kingdom
The Second Trust : Respect all life
The Third Trust : Open our minds, in humility, to animals and learn from them
The Fourth Trust : Teach our children to respect and love nature
The Fifth Trust : Be wise stewards of life on earth
The Sixth Trust : Value and help preserve the sound of nature
The Seventh Trust : Refrain from harming life in order to learn about it
The Eighth Trust : Have the courage of our convictions
The Ninth Trust : Praise and help those who work for animals and the natural world
The Tenth Trust : Act knowing we are not alone and live with hope
Coda : After all is said and done, silence is betrayal