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Category: Nature/Ecology
More signs of trouble
Here in the US, most of us are very much focused on the upcoming election and all the unprecedented, insane drama coming from Washington. It’s hard to imagine it being any other way. But while we’re dealing with a never-ending stream of outrages and… Continue Reading “More signs of trouble”
Something tells me…
…it’s all happening at the zoo! And our visit last week confirmed how true that is. Had a chance to visit The Brevard Zoo again just a few days ago. This fine Central Florida zoo–like most in the country–closed back in March. It reopened… Continue Reading “Something tells me…”
From the Eco File: Yes, 100° in Siberia
You know I keep a close eye on what’s happening with our Planet. Doing so can be really draining, as many of you no doubt know. The latest distressing but very important news to land in my inbox: the Siberian town of Verkhoyansk recorded… Continue Reading “From the Eco File: Yes, 100° in Siberia”
National Trails Day
Now, that’s one of my fave days, to be sure! We do observe this auspicious day each year and I’m thinking of some of the trails I have known and loved. The banner photo is of one tiny stretch of the Florida Trail. This… Continue Reading “National Trails Day”
Green Energy Up, Nuclear Down
The trend of renewable energy accounting for an ever-increasing share among the many ways we get power has been going on for years. And now we see that this process of green energy displacing other forms of power generation — nuclear, in particular —… Continue Reading “Green Energy Up, Nuclear Down”
Earth-lovers are smiling today
A huge victory today, especially for those of us who care about our Planet. The Supreme Court has ruled that a Utility Co. providing water to Maui County must stop injecting contaminated wastewater into the ground where it eventually reaches the sea. Because we’re… Continue Reading “Earth-lovers are smiling today”
National Arbor Day 2020
Yes, it’s National Arbor Day today. But with most of America — and the world, for that matter — staying close to home, celebrating this auspicious day is just a bit different this time. My celebration of the day this year includes two things.… Continue Reading “National Arbor Day 2020”
Looking for Lost Apples
Did you know that there was a group of dedicated botanists and nature nuts who spend a lot of time scouring the American northwest looking for lost apples? Well, I didn’t either! But there is and I just found out about these folks and… Continue Reading “Looking for Lost Apples”
Serenity is a Full Moon
Like all of you, I’ve been a bit stressed in the last month or so. And I was really looking for something that would help me banish the stress-monster for a moment or two. About 30 minutes ago, I noticed that a beautiful full… Continue Reading “Serenity is a Full Moon”
You Can’t Go to the Zoo Today
Going to zoos is — without a doubt — one of my most favorite ways to spend an afternoon. But, as you know well, it’s something we just can’t do today. Fortunately, I’ve been to zoos many, many times and have some good photos… Continue Reading “You Can’t Go to the Zoo Today”
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