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
January, 2012
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