In Dutch. The Netherlands has approximately 61000 acres of military sites. Unbeknownst to many people is that these sites boast a rich fauna and flora. Missie Natuur offers a glimpse into this natural richness, its history, and the relation between military use and nature. The book shows that such sites are in no way inferior to regular national parks and invites the reader to explore them. Richly illustrated with unique photos, the author describes the tranquil places where nature thrives unperturbed, which species can be found in certain areas, and why they are specifically found there. But he also shows the busy sand tracks that are armored vehicles churn the soil. Missie Natuur describes the species that are profiting from all this activity, and those that suffer. Missie Natuur offers an overview of the history, management, and uses of military sites: when they have been bought and why, and what has happened to them since. People involved with military sutes, whether for work or passion have also been interviewed and have their say in thie book. Missie Natuur is an unusual book aimed at biologists, ramblers, nature photographers and military personnel.