People and Wildlife

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Dam Removal on the Klamath River: A Vision for the Lower Snake River

News stories have recently featured the largest dam removal project so far in the United States on the Klamath River. As a result, a 420-mile stretch of the Klamath will … Read more

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The Power of Prescribed Burning: A Practice That Unites Us All

During a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, I found myself captivated by the landscape as I drove from the airport. Vibrant fields of sugar cane and bananas sprawled on both … Read more

One Cougar’s Legacy in the Heart of Hollywood

Los Angeles is well known for its celebrities, so when the fearless cougar P-22 gained fame for making his home in the midst of the city, he inspired an effort … Read more

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Gulf Coast Beaches: Let’s Get Wild!

What do you think of when you picture the Gulf Coast? Swampy wetlands filled with wildlife like alligators, thriving tidal marshes home to sea turtles and some of the best … Read more

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QUIZ: How Much Do You Know About Grasslands and Wildlife?

Our nation’s grasslands are vital for addressing climate change, promoting sustainable agriculture, and the survival of countless wildlife. Congress can help save our rapidly disappearing prairies, savannas, glades, and sagebrush … Read more

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Dangers of Lawn Chemicals: Impacts and Alternatives

Every year, an astounding 80 million pounds of pesticides are sprinkled across the lawns and gardens of North America. These chemicals, which originated from attempts to repurpose gases used in … Read more

A sign reads, "Protect Oak Flat".

Protect Oak Flat: How to Help

Read part one of this series here. To love Oak Flat is to protect Oak Flat. Opponents to Resolution Copper’s proposed mine come from all walks of life, including: visitors, … Read more

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Protect Oak Flat: Understanding What’s at Stake

To know Oak Flat is to love Oak Flat. Visitors love the scenic views of towering rocks, oak trees, and flowing water. Locals love hosting family time and special events … Read more

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Monitoring Bird Interactions with Offshore Wind Development

To tackle the climate crisis, we must transition to responsibly developed renewable energy such as offshore wind. Because no form of energy generation is without impact, offshore wind projects will … Read more

An alligtor (very dark green with thick, scaly skin and a long tail) slithers into riverbank vegetation.

Florida State Parks Under Threat

If you surveyed Floridians, the majority of them would likely agree that one of the best things about Florida is our state parks. We love our parks in Florida, and … Read more