Early in September, smoke drifting from wildfires gave a dramatic effect to sunsets. We knew crops begging for water wouldn’t get any relief from these
Category: Nature Issues
50th Anniversary | Earth Day
“Lift your feet, walk quietly… Listen…” That was my father’s mantra whenever he led my sister and me into the woods for nature hikes. As
Change of Perspective | Sand
I will NEVER take sand for granted ever again. I will remain thankful for having access to miles of natural beach along the Oregon Coastline.
Future | Bumble Bees, Please!
Bumble Bees are excellent pollinators, and they add a fascinating dimension of beauty to our landscapes. The hairs on their bodies have forked tips which
Capital | The Natural Kind
Natural Capital is an extension of the economic notion of capital. Natural Capital includes goods and services provided by the natural environment. A more detailed
Did you know?
February 2nd is more than Groundhog Day. Don’t feel bad if you weren’t aware. If you were one of those paying attention to Punxsutawney Phil
World Wetlands Day
Why are Wetlands so important? The following resources were created by World Wetlands Day. org to help promote awareness of the important roles wetlands play
Lines | Power Grid
The Grid a delicate network of wire and cable Strung upon towers and poles- carry what ancient Gods of Lightning could harness only in thunder bolts,
A Face in the Crowd | Urban Coyote
Surroundings are deceiving. Although the face of this coyote appears to be in the wild. His approach is wary. Coyote… face in a crowd of