January, 2012

Speak Up for Cranes on Facebook Today

You’ve emailed. You’ve called. You’ve written Letters to the Editor to your local papers. You’ve turned out for hearings and rallies.  Now, your voice is needed again to protect wildlife … Read more

2011 Review: House of Representatives, Polluter Lobbying, and More Air Pollution

Today, the House of Representatives returns with a 13% approval rating to start the 2012 legislative session. Before the gavel lands and the bills start flying, it is worth looking … Read more

Historic New Standards for the Next Generation of Vehicles

Last week in Detroit I delivered this testimony on behalf of National Wildlife Federation at a hearing on proposed light duty vehicle fuel economy and greenhouse gas standards for model … Read more

“Crow”boarding

A Russian family captures incredible footage of a “snowboarding” crow on a nearby roof. Read more

Study Prompts Calls for Immediate Action on Asian Carp

Two U.S. senators are calling for immediate action to halt the spread of Asian carp in light of a new study that found the invasive fish could thrive in three … Read more

Top Reasons Why Your Family Will Love Visiting National Parks

  I’m packing for our first-ever trip to Everglades National Park. It’s my kids’ winter break, and when we sat down as a family to figure out where we wanted … Read more

Earthquakes Linked to Fracking Cause Alarm in Ohio

In a state that has only seen 10 earthquakes larger than a magnitude 4.0 since 1776, large tremors are cause for alarm. Recently, Ohio has seen an increase in quakes … Read more

NWF Helps Deliver 2011 Victories for Clean Air

Thanks to NWF and other organizations’ persistent advocacy, EPA is putting the brakes on toxic air pollution and curbing greenhouse gas emissions. NWF has been a leader in finding ways … Read more

5 Parent-Tested Tips to Limit Kids’ Screen Time

How to achieve balance in your home when TVs, iPads and other gadgets lure everyone to the couch Read more

LOL (Love an Outdoor Life)

How to maximize outdoor time while acknowledging the role of media in your kid’s lives. Read more