As we face the constantly changing reality of life with Coronavirus, many of us are feeling anxious, isolated and uncertain of how to sustain our families, livelihoods and communities. Gardening has a long history of providing purpose, food security and resiliency during difficult times. It also gives us an outlet for physical activity and improves […]
Continue readingLake Champlain Committee Spring Ripples 2020 E-News We hope the advent of spring—with shoots pushing up through the earth, salamanders moving to vernal pools, and bird calls filling the air—soothes your spirits during these challenging times. In this issue of the Lake Champlain Committee’s Ripples E-newsletter we share some signs of the season, cool science […]
Continue readingThe Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital (DCEFF) is the world’s premier showcase of environmentally themed films. Since 1993, our mission has been to celebrate Earth and inspire understanding and stewardship of the environment through the power of film. Each March in Washington, D.C., we host the largest environmental film festival in the world, presenting […]
Continue readingI’m excited to announce the launch of the website, www.cleanwaterwork.com, featuring all eleven videos and educational animations highlighting local success stories and meaningful efforts to improve local water quality! There is hopefully a story for everyone to connect with and learn from! Please share the site or any specific video broadly! We are hoping for people to […]
Continue readingMarch 24, 2020 News | Opportunities | Resources | Events | Jobs | Submit | Advertise As AASHE staff continue to support the higher education sustainability movement virtually as we have done since 2006, we find ourselves struggling amidst the new coronavirus crisis that is unfolding in the world. As we take time to tend to our physical, emotional and financial health, and community needs, […]
Continue readingIssue #2.03.e | Some things to do (Part 1) I was going to press on with my series on conifer ID, but it felt like I was pretending that all was normal in the world, and it’s anything but normal these days (but fear not, I’ll pick up with it in a couple weeks). There’s an overwhelming […]
Continue readingLooking for something fun and different to do while you’re stuck inside? Why not check out a few short documentaries that support the people who are building a brighter future for their corner of the world!We’ve got a Mini Climate Action Film Festival “zooming” straight to you, from the comfort of your own home. We’ve […]
Continue readingIssue #2.03.a | Identifying conifers If yew’ve been pining to spruce up your conifer ID skills, then you’re in fir a treet (insert groan here). I’ve been wanting to put together a quick reference guide to our conifers and am just now getting around to it. Enjoy! -Teage An overdue thank you to John S., our […]
Continue readingIssue #2.03.a | Cave Fish Well, folks, this week marks the 2nd earliest amphibian migration in the 12 years I’ve been monitoring at Shelburne Pond. Back in 2012 we had an 80 degree day followed by a downpour that brought out a slew of amphibians on March 8th. I went out last night with a few […]
Continue readingMarch 10, 2020 News | Opportunities | Resources | Events | Jobs | Submit | Advertise Just a few days remain to apply for a valuable professional development opportunity, the 2020 AASHE Sustainability Across the Curriculum Leadership Workshop, happening June 3-4, on the beautiful campus of San Diego State University. Two days of rich presentations and exercises will acquaint participants with how to lead […]
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