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Week Two: A “Bugly” Scavenger Hunt

 |  Jul 21, 2009

Bugs are everywhere in nature, regardless of whether you’re a city dweller or a country dweller. I encourage you to take a walk with your kids and see just what you can find as you embark on a Bugly Scavenger Hunt. Read more

California Earthquake Causes Massive Squid Wash-Up

 |  Jul 16, 2009

A recent California earthquake beached numerous squid causing public alarm. San Diego News report: “Dozens of dazed Humboldt squid, which were roughly three- to four-feet long and weighed close to … Read more

U.S. Government Maps Best Solar Regions

 |  Jul 7, 2009

The need for alternative energy could redefine the American landscape including how it is mapped and ultimately managed. CNet News: GreenTech reports: “The U.S. Bureau of Land Management, in conjunction … Read more

Clean Cars for California = A Cleaner Future for All

 |  Mar 12, 2009

It’s hard to make that trip to the gas station nowadays. Not only do we all need to pinch a few pennies in these tough economic times, but there’s the … Read more

Finally! A Victory for Public Lands!

 |  Jan 23, 2009

We’ve waited a long time for a significant victory for our public lands… Over the last five years, it’s been one thing after another threatening to take the character and … Read more

Disastrous Drop in California Salmon

 |  Mar 26, 2008

Disturbing news from the California coast: Federal fisheries managers on Friday took the initial step toward imposing what could be the strictest limits ever on West Coast salmon fishing amid … Read more

Wherever You Live, Changing Climate is Shifting Spring

 |  Mar 20, 2008

The Associated Press has a great roundup the local impacts of a delayed spring thanks to climate change: The capital’s famous cherry trees are primed to burst out in a … Read more

Sen. Boxer, Conservation Leaders Show Unity for Strengthening Climate Legislation

 |  Mar 12, 2008

On Capitol Hill today, the National Wildlife Federation showed its support for Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) in the fight for strong climate legislation. As chair of the Senate Environment and … Read more

Reduce Emissions, When Politically Convenient

 |  Dec 20, 2007

Just yesterday, President Bush was basking in the glow of the freshly-signed energy bill, taking credit for improved fuel economy standards and expanded biofuels mandates. But it turns out the … Read more

Boxer Sees Global Warming up Close

 |  Jul 30, 2007

Check out this article on the trip Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA) recently took to Greenland: WASHINGTON Leading a bipartisan delegation of 10 colleagues to Greenland, Sen. Barbara Boxer said today … Read more