Conservation

The other day I was chatting with my friend David, who writes two blogs - My Two Dollars and The Good Human. Many of you are probably familiar with My Two Dollars, because it is part of the M-Network, along with Cash Money Life and several other great personal finance blogs. If you aren’t familiar [...]

Energy efficiency trends in the United States ← Previous revision Revision as of 15:02, 12 May 2008 Line 74: Line 74: The energy required for delivery and treatment of fresh water often constitutes a significant percentage of a region's electricity and natural gas usage (an estimated 20% of California's total energy use is water-related.<ref

STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION AND MAZDACHARLESTOWN, NH, July 18, 2007 – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) have launched a nationwide competition to discover the next big idea in conservation, with a top prize of a brand new MAZDA3 and $10,000.CHARLESTOWN, NH, July 18, 2007 – The Student Conservation Association (SCA) and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) have launched a nationwide competition to discover the next big idea in conservation, with a top prize of a brand new MAZDA3 and $10,000.The SCA/Mazda Conservation in Action Contest, a cornerstone of SCA’s 50 th anniversary celebration, challenges young people to develop action-oriented environmental solutions and pays tribute to SCA founder Elizabeth Cushman Titus Putnam, w

IMAGE: Kathy Lohr, NPRClayton County's water conservation planning is an example of the type of progressive policies and thinking we need in America and the world to solve environmental and resource use problems. From NPR's Morning Edition:But one community has not had to worry. Nearly two decades ago, Clayton County began building a unique water treatment system that includes wetlands and reservoirs."I like to say it's raining everyday in Clayton County because we're putting right now about 10 million gallons back in our water supply," says Mike Thomas, general manager of the Clayton County Water Authority.Thomas says the reservoirs here are full and have never been in danger of being too low. That's because back in the 1980s, folks realized there wasn't enough water to support the growt

Quote From Site: "This 28-page color booklet highlights 10 conservation practices that are used on the farm and can be used in your backyard including mulching, composting, terracing, and nutrient management." Visit the NRCS website to learn more and to request your free Backyard Conservation Book. FYI: Worldwide What do I have to provide: Name/Address E-mail Country Phone After registration

Water conservation kitchen sinks are great for anyone concerned about overuse of resources and the overall environment. Of course, you get another benefit in the form of a lower water bill. Any solution that allows you to cut expenses without giving up your standard of living is a great option. More: continued here [...]

Conservation Is Our Government Now: The Politics of Ecology in Papua New Guinea (New Ecologies for the Twenty-First Century)# Author:Paige West, Paige West # Format:PDF 1.5MB# Page Count: 320 pages# Publisher: Duke University Press (May 2006)# Language: English# ISBN-10: 0822337126# ISBN-13: 978-0822337126A significant contribution to political ecology, Conservation Is Our Government Now is an ethnographic examination of the history and social effects of conservation and development efforts in Papua New Guinea. Drawing on extensive fieldwork conducted over a period of seven years, Paige West focuses on the Crater Mountain Wildlife Management Area, the site of a biodiversity conservation project implemented between 1994 and 1999. She describes the interactions between those who ran the prog

By using a hot water circulating system you can save a substantial amount of time, water, energy, and money. This article explains how the systems work and the features, benefits, and draw backs of the various types of hot water circulating systems. Be green, save water. More: continued here

Native Plants of the Northeast: A Guide for Gardening and Conservation (Hardcover)By Donald J. Leopold Buy new: $39.95$26.3726 used and new from $25.05 Customer Rating: First tagged “landscaping” by Teresa Clayton Customer [...]

Seemingly insignificant species of bugs, drab birds, frogs or worms do not often make the front pages of the New York Times. We might perceive these species as being insignificant and not worthy of listing or protection on the Endangered Species Act. However, these species may be very important and function as indicator species to ecosystem health or our own health or as keystone species that are the foundation of whole complex ecosystems.These drab, small or ugly species are often overshadowed by the larger, cuddlier and prettier flagship species. Flagship species are often used to raise awareness for nature conservation because they are attractive but this focus can translate into narrow conservation initiatives and studies that forget the others and risk them to extinction.However, a

We all love beautiful, lush green lawns, but we also need water to sustain life. With water conservation becoming increasingly important particularly in the dry Southwestern deserts, many people are considering replacing their real lawn with artificial grass. One of the primary benefits of installing synthetic turf products at your home or business is a [...]

This article provides information that less than 1% of eligible Canadian households are participating in the current Federal Government’s energy conservation effort for homes. It also provides some reasons for the extremely low participation and recommendations for improving this participation. A very worthwhile read by any home owner or anyone concerned with energy conservation and [...]

Perhaps you are like me and as you get older, you find yourself with more and more respect for the Romans? I know that I do. You see the Romans loved their bath houses and water features, and spared no expense in bringing in their water from afar. Their aqueducts were an engineering marvel and [...]

ABQjournal Business: Change in State Law Makes Conservation Easements More Attractive to Smaller Landowners: "New Mexico ranchers now have a way to cash in on their land without selling it. They can put it into a state conservation program, then sell the resulting state tax credit to pay off debt or buy new equipment.Since 2004, the state has dangled tax credits as its main incentive for ranchers and other landowners to put land into conservation easements, which restrict the land's development potential."Albuquerque Real Estate Rio Rancho Real Estate News Albuquerque Real Estate News

Yesterday Peru's President Allan Garcia and Minister of Production Rafael Rey finalized a Presidential Order that decommercializes marlins and sailfish - no further commercial harvest or sale will be allowed - and begins a national commitment to ocean conservation and the development of a sustainable sportfishing tourism industry. The plan will allow only catch-and-release recreational fishing and an allowance for world record attempts will be crafted in the near future. TBF President Ellen Peel and Chief Scientist Russell Nelson met with the Garcia and Rey to observe the signing and make a commitment to continued TBF scientific support for Peru's visionary fisheries conservation and development project. "We are proud to stand with the great country of Peru as the world's eyes look to t

À propos de Prise2Tete — Une nouveauté assez pratique vient de voir le jour sur Prise2Tete, à présent lorsque vous continuez une énigme après vous être déconnecté, les indices que vous avez déjà trouvés sont conservés. Celà [...] Conservation des indices sur P2TPrise2Tete c'est des enigmes, des jeux, des tests ! Exemples : 16 676 379 145 145.

The Royal Cliff Beach Resort has been championing environmental conservation since its establishment in 1973. It is the first Resort Hotel on the Eastern Seaboard to have its own water treatment plant and the first in Thailand to achieve ISO 14001 Certification.

A team of photographers representing Conservation International visited Sri Lanka this week in preparation for the forthcoming World Conservation Congress to be held in Barcelona later this year. The focus being the Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve where lots of video footage was canned, to be used in a presentation to the WCC 2008 in Barcelona, an event [...]

For the longest time, I had been wanting to adopt a pawikan or sea turtle. It took quite a while for me to find the contact number of the Pawikan Conservation Center in Morong, Bataan. And when I finally did, they said there were no pawikan scheduled to hatch yesterday. But they also told me that if it was warm and sunny, some of the turtles would hatch earlier than expected.Since it's quite far, and I didn't want to risk disappointment, I decided to watch the longest Holy Week procession in the country in Baliuag, Bulacan in the evening. But I got a surprise text yesterday morning from the Pawikan Center saying that sea turtles had just hatched the night before and were ready for adoption. Since it's difficult to time a visit when there are hatchlings, I decided to rush there no questions

  An interesting case: A project in South Africa run by an animal conservation charity is trying to save the South China Tiger by creating an environment where they can learn to hunt, and other survival skills. A laudable cause, but where it gets controversial is that in order for the tigers to learn hunting and other predatory skills, they are provided with live animals to hunt and kill, from chickens for the tiger cubs to blesbok, a kind of antelope, for the adults. The SPCA (society for the prevention of cruelty to animals) is appalled at such a practice and is howling their righteous indignation. “It is a spurious argument that carnivores need to be fed animals, live. Not in captivity they don’t!,” the SPCA, which regards the practice as cruel, says. And you thought all roads

As the world's oldest and largest ecotourism organization, TIES is committed to promoting the principles of ecotourism and responsible travel. With the goal of uniting conservation, communities and sustainable travel, TIES serves its members in over 90 countries, as the...

I recently wrote a letter to the Grand Rapids Press about current water conservation efforts in Michigan. I believe the time is now for commonsensical water management plans and states should be taking the need and assessing their own unique needs. If you cannot read the attached copy then click on it to read at the Grand Rapids Press.

Restoring the heritage houses of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site is necessary, but the funds needed to restore 62 houses have dried up. Conservation of old houses in Hoi An ancient... Visit SEAArch to read the full story, and other stories about the archaeology of Southeast Asia.

A rescue team from the Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies attempting to detangle a North Atlantic right whale. Photograph taken under NOAA-Fisheries permit 932-1489 with authority from the U.S. Endangered Species and Marine Mammal Protection Acts. Photographer: Katie Jackson, Florida Wildlife Research Institute.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) may reduce funds that the Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies allocates for its prestigious and much needed whale rescue program. The North Atlantic right whale or Eubalaena glacialis is a critically endangered baleen whale that benefits directly from the program. The western stock of Eubalaena glacialis numbers only 300 or so individuals and has never fully recovered from whaling and modern threats still prevent

The historic Army and Navy Club Building will play host to the first of the 2008 Architectural Conservation Lectures of the Heritage Conservation Society (HCS). In this first installment, Tina Paterno, a professional conservator practicing in the USA, will speak on conservation procedures and issues on Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.This project is brought to you by the HCS in partnership with the Manila Historical & Heritage Commission (MHHC) and the Museo ng Maynila. The three lectures of Paterno are (1) Soiling on Limestone: Diagnosis & Cleaning Methodologies; (2) Survey, Research and Diagnosis as Phase 1 of a Restoration Project; and (3) Brief Discussion on the Performance of a Consolidation Treatment (Ethyl Silicate) on Adobe. Lunch will be provided by the MHHC. Afte

By Siobhan Devine - UPI Correspondent UPI - Feb. 22, 2008 Original URL WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 (UPI) -- The success of China's amended Energy Conservation Law, which goes into effect this April with stronger regulations for transportation and construction, and improved administrative oversight, remains dubious and depends on the nature of its implementation and enforcement. "I think they've made considerable progress. I see a real focus in this revised law on administration and supervision," said Barbara Finamore, director of the China Clean Energy project at the National Resource Defense Council and founder and board member of the China-U.S. Energy Efficiency Alliance. But, she added, "It all is going to depend on how well it is implemented." While per-capita energy demand in China, calculat

 At the end of 2007, my Mom, Karen, sister, Bonnie, and I returned to the Artists For Conservation, an association/society of artists that is dedicated to conservation of nature.   The profile for my membership on the AFC foundation’s website has just gone "live", with my family’s soon to follow. Artists for Conservation Foundation (AFC)"The [...]

In the struggle to sustain the earth's environment for the future generations, environmental studies have so far left unexplored the role of religion. But the human ecology is deeply conditioned by religious beliefs about our nature and destiny. Religious views and practices mould our attitude towards the relations with material life as well as help us to reappraise our ways apart from reorienting ourselves towards the resources of life.If we examine the ecological underpinning & implications of Hinduism both in principal and practice, it would be a new field of study in religion. From the Rigveda to Bhagavadgita and the Ramayana to Gandhian ideals and contemporary issues from forest in the epic to sacred rivers Yamuna, Ganga and Narmada – Hinduism and ecology offers a wealth of perceptions on the way in which Hinduism and ecological issues are enmeshed.Hinduism can be given a legitimate -- `Sanatandharma' which means `the eternal essence of life'. This essence of life is not

Here is a great documentary about energy conservation: Kilowatt Ours. The first half is about coal and its harmful side effects. More than half of America's electricity is generated by coal. The second part which is about energy conservation and alternative energy sources is an uplifting contrast to the first part. Did you know that recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a tv for more than three hours?

In an effort to tackle the enviromental issue of Japan plowing through and estimated 25 billion pairs of disposable chopsticks each year, Triumph unveils the “MY Chopsticks Bra”.  As Japanese consumers are becoming more aware of the negative impact that disposable chopsticks have on the environment, 25 billion pairs equates to roughly 90,000 tons, innovative ways to improve the ever increasing problem are being developed. Those numbers equates to approximately 200 pairs of chopsticks per person every year. Triumph lingerie model Yuko Ishida, who ordinarily carries around a pair of her own chopsticks, says she hopes people think of the environment when they see this bra, adding that “the chopsticks on the sides help add a little extra volume to your bust.” The “My Chopsticks Bra,” which features a pair of cups that resemble bowls of rice and miso soup, and a set of collapsible chopsticks that tuck into either side is the latest addition to Triumph’s line of concept ling

Straight from Boracay, I proceeded to the Sarabia Manor Hotel to check-in and wait for the vehicles from City Hall to pass by for me. We were off to the airport to meet the other members of the Heritage Conservation Society who arrived yesterday. And we went there in style, breezing through Iloilo's rush hour traffic with four motorcycle escorts. Hehe!As soon as they arrived (their flight was two hours delayed), we went straight to Robinsons for the Opening Cocktails of the 2nd Philippine Towns and Cities Seminar hosted by Mayor Jerry Trenas. The night wasn't over since after that, I went to Smallville to meet up with the Ateneo alumni in Iloilo and my SSEAYP batchmate Councilor Winwin Sanchez.Today, we had the seminar at the Sarabia Manor Hotel. I was emcee for the day. Here is the manifesto we drafted at the end of the seminar. We hope each LGU would adopt this as a provincial, city or municipal resolution:Manifesto for Heritage Conservation in Philippine Towns and CitiesThe 1987 C

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-Indonesia has declared a protected forest in Mount Lumut in Barito Utara (Barut) district in Central Kalimantan a conservation area for Heart of Borneo (HoB) program, a local official has said. The protected forest in Mt. Lumut which covered 25,802 ha-land was considered a sacred place by native Dayak Hindu Kaharingan community. Thus, the WWF-Indonesia regarded that it should be turned into a conservation area, local environmental management and spatial arrangement office head Akhmad Yani said here Wednesday. Dayak Hindu Kaharingan people are native inhabitants in Central Kalimantan, East Kalimantan and South Kalimantan.The administration has suggested a national park status for the protected forest which is really rich in flora and fauna. The Indonesian Institute of Science (LIPI) launched a study on the forest and planned to recommend a world natural heritage for the forest as well.Indonesia News Blog: http://indosnesos.blogspot.com

UF comes out on top, but USF lags behind, in the second annual report card on sustainability and other "green" conservation efforts at public and private universities across the United States. The College Sustainability report from the Sustainable Endowments Institute gives UF a B minus overall, lauding President Bernie Machen's leadership in minimizing UF's impact on the environment. UF is drafting plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, and has several "green buildings" with plans for dozens more. Staff and students ride the bus, walk and carpool rather than drive alone, and UF offers low-emissions vehicles for hourly rental. UF's B came mostly because its endowment and investments don't reflect its conservation priorities, according to the report. USF got a D, with Fs in the green building, transportation, conservation and leadership categories. Food and recycling got a D because the dining services "does not offer any notable amount of local or organic food." To rea

Pour conserver les cèpes il n'y a pas d'autre méthode absolument sûre que la boîte soudée.Il faut d'abord couper les pieds des cèpes, les laver et les essuyer soigneusement, puis les passer sur le gril comme il est dit pour les cèpes à la Bordelaise. On sale et l'on poivre.On a fait préparer par le soudeur la quantité de boîtes nécessaires ; on y dépose les cèpes lorsqu'ils sont bien égouttés et presque froids ; on y ajoute de bonne huile d'olive, et on fait souder (cette opération est la plus importante, il faut absolument qu'elle soit irréprochablement bien faite). On dépose alors les boîtes bien soudées dans un récipient rempli d'eau froide. On met le tout sur le feu et on laisse bouillir deux heures ; on renouvelle l'eau à mesure de son évaporation. On relève du feu mais on laisse les boîtes dans l'eau chaude et on ne les ôte que lorsque le tout est complètement refroidi.Si l'opération a été bien conduite et le soudage parfaitement fait,

I ran across FiveCentNickel’s fund raiser for The Conservation Fund and I thought the idea was so good I’m going to help support it. Basically, he is going to match 100% of your contribution up to $1000 so those of us that have been thinking of donating should give this fund a serious look. Sure, there is tax refunds for donations made by you but the most important part of donating is about helping a cause. With your donation, the fund will 1) acquire and conserve land across the country to protect its wildlife habitat, working landscapes, recreation areas etc 2) apply innovative research and technology to create solutions to sustain complex natural resource issues 3) offer courses, workshops and seminars for people to learn and constructively address conservation objectives 4) provides real estate, strategic conservation, mitigation and land advisory services to the public and private sector 5) award and grant individuals and corporations to encourage conservation On to

Lijiang honored by UNESCO for heritage conservation(1)Lijiang, an ancient town in southwest China's Yunnan Province, has won UNESCO's 2007 Award of Merit for its restoration of ancient buildings, UNESCO official Richard Engelhart announced in the town, on Monday.

Priority will be given to new applicants; previous scholarship recipients may apply again. The selection will be based on the quality of the essay. Please read carefully the following information and send an application in English to the Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation, 2008 AIC Annual Meeting, at the specified address at the [...]

In a better spirit and more wisely than in past wrangles about fishing, Loyola Hearn, the Canadian Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Elena Espinosa, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in Spain, signed a MOU agreement on September 9th.  The Canada-Spain MOU will advance technical, scientific, economic, and enforcement efforts related to fisheries issues, particularly in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean. This includes promoting joint participation in research projects, encouraging commercial exchanges, and facilitating initiatives that will continue to improve the conservation and management of regulated fisheries. The  Spanish oceanographic vessel Vizconde de Eza The fishing industry is very important to both Canada and Spain. Both countries have reached the conclusion that, by establishing broader science networks, they can learn from one another and improve their marine science capacity.  Thus,  a strong scientific foundation will be established for p

Many divers may have unintentionally destroyed corals while diving. Here are a few guidelines of how to avoid doing so. • Use correct amount of weights to aid in your buoyancy. • Control your fins; keep them away from the reefs and avoid kicking sand onto the corals • Do not pick organic objects (dead or alive) from the sea. Likewise, please do not buy shells or other decorative products made

Hunters and fishermen played a vital role in preserving our natural wildlife over 100 years ago. Led by fellow sportsman President Theodore Roosevelt, these early conservationists called for the first laws restricting the commercial slaughter of wildlife. They urged sustainable use of fish and game, created hunting and fishing licenses, and lobbied for taxes on sporting equipment to provide funds for state conservation agencies. These actions were the foundation of the North American wildlife conservation model, a science-based, user-pay system that would foster the most dramatic conservation successes of all time. National Hunting and Fishing Day Today, however, there are not nearly so many hunters and fishermen. Americans have turned to wildlife viewing, rather than wildlife hunting. These “non-consumptive” visitors come to public lands in increasing numbers to view the diverse wildlife, but often do not pay for the upkeep of these lands. Hunters and fishermen pay n

Understanding the Art Market: Condition, Restoration and Conservation  The effect that the condition of an artwork has on its value is something that is very unpredictable and dependant on many different factors. As a general rule you should try and avoid purchasing an artwork that is in poor condition unless the artwork is of significant importance and is worth the considerable cost of restoration or conservation. I have seen many people purchase artworks in poor condition that were by a well known artist and were cheap because they thought that they were getting a bargain when in reality they were wasting their money. Restoration and conservation of art is something that should only be done by the very best restorers and will cost a considerable amount of money so one needs to take into consideration how much the restoration will cost compared with how much it will increase the value of the work. There are also many works on the market that have been poorly restored and will be even

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman announced an exciting new conservation program today during a press conference at Michigan International Speedway: Racing For Wildlife.Racing for Wildlife will work to build an American land legacy for generations of race fans who share Newman’s love of the outdoors. Newman teamed up with The Conservation Fund to launch the program in an effort to help preserve America’s great outdoors and educate children about the importance of taking care of our nation’s land and waterways.Racing For Wildlife’s first project is collaboration with Michigan International Speedway and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to restore Mill Lake Youth Camp. The historic camp, built in the 1930s, is approximately 30 miles north of MIS in the 20,000-acre Waterloo Recreation Area. The camp is located on a scenic lake that offers excellent recreation and fishing. This restoration project will reopen the camp to families as a year-round facility that can accommodate mor

Welcome to another Monday Random Act of Kindness!If you're happy to don your boots for this week's challenge, then why not...Become a conservation volunteer for the day!Don't tell yourself that the local council should be sorting everything out. Take it on-board yourself and get involved!Help your local conservation charity by picking up litter or undertaking seasonal jobs such as restoring

Water is a precious and valuable commodity here in America, not to mention in developing countries. With trying to live a more eco-friendly life, conserving water, is part of the equation. There are several things one can do to conserve water, and also to use it more wisely. Read the tips below from Metro Council on Indoor Water Conservation. Indoor Water Conservation Tips Check for and repair leaks Check all water lines and faucets (including outdoor) for leaks. One way is to turn off all water in your house and read your meter. Come back in 15 minutes. If the dial has moved, you have a leak. Check for toilet leaks Once a year, check for toilet leaks. Remove the toilet tank cover and drip 10 drops of food coloring into the tank. After 15 minutes, check for color in the toilet bowl. If you see any color, your toilet has a leak. And remember to check your flapper periodically to make sure it’s a tight fit. Install water saving shower heads Low-flow showerheads deliver 2.5 gall

The Little Green Data Book, 2006 By World Bank Publisher: World Bank Publications Number Of Pages: 240 Publication Date: 2006-05-08 Sales Rank: 1583216 ISBN / ASIN: 0821364766 EAN: 9780821364765 Binding: Paperback Manufacturer: World Bank Publications Studio: World Bank Publications Average Rating: Total Reviews: Book Description: A pocket-sized reference on key environmental data for over 200 countries that includes key indicators on agriculture, forestry, biodiversity, energy, emissio

Not too long ago My Conservation Baby, an Eco-friendly baby/toddler clothing store, released a tee for dogs! Now babies and poochies alike can sport cool gear that helps support the environment! The cute little doggie tee reads “Stop Global Warming”. On July 28th, the doggie tee’s were put into 50 celebrity gift bags and were given away at the Grammy Foundation event honoring Quincy Jones. How cool is that? It won’t be long before celebrity pooches are sporting these Stop Global Warming doggie tees from My Conservation Baby. Here are some pictures of my Celebrity pooch, Caesar, sporting one of the tees! My Conservation Baby has also released a re-useable canvas shopping bag that reads “Paper, Plastic or Me?”. Over at When 2 Became 3, you can win one! All you have to do is join the mailing list over at My Conservation Baby, link to the contest as well as My Conservation Baby, post a picture of yourself doing something “green” or talk abo

Best home fixes to reduce water bill By Paul Bianchina If you’re looking for a way to reduce your utility bills and do something good for the environment at the same time, it’s worth taking a good look at your home’s plumbing fixtures. Older fixtures can waste a lot more water than you may realize, and a few simple changes can often make a significant difference. TOILETSThe toilet can be one of the largest water users in your home. While toilets manufactured after 1994 are mandated by law to use 1.6 gallons of water per flush, most toilets manufactured between about 1980 and 1993 use 3.5 gallons, and pre-1980 models can use as much as 7 gallons of water every time you press that handle down. (more…)

Shah Rukh Khan will be seen in a wildlife conservation awareness campaign shortly. Sanskara Development Trust, along with the Asian Conservation Awareness Programme (ACAP) / WildAid, will launch a national educational awareness campaign on wildlife conservation. The campaign is a multi–media education and awareness campaign that aims to protect the future of the world's endangered wildlife by drastically reducing consumer demand for endangered species parts and products. With the support of the Indian Broadcasting Foundation (IBF), the campaign will run on leading television networks like Doordarshan, National Geographic, Discovery/Animal Planet, CNN IBN, NDTV, India TV, among others. The Airports Authority of India (AAI), Ministry of Civil Aviation, and Parliamentarians in India have also supported the campaign that will start with the broadcast of superstar Shah Rukh Khan's message across all international and domestic airports. Shah Rukh highlights the challenges faced by forest

I don't feel like writing serious stuff especially the revolution is just 72 hours Found: the giant lion-eating chimps of the magic forest | Conservation | Guardian Unlimited Environment This reminds me with my favorite Novel "Congo" I got the book and it is far more interesting than the film ,I found the novel in some Egyptian Bookstore specialized in selling English novels in Mohendessin ,I guess near Gamal Abd El-Nasser school But there were not huge chimps but Gorillas , I wonder if they will find King Solemn's mines too in Congo !!?? Already as far as I know Crichton used the old myths he read about the King Solemn's mines and those strong apes who kill other creatures If this proves anything it will prove that "History becomes a legend,legend becomes a myth" For years Scientist thought it was a legend but it turned to be true thing and yes here is the book from Amazon , take my advice if you live abroad and buy it , it is not an ad more it is a recommendation ,

Second national park in Russian Far East boosts Siberian tiger conservation  Vladivostok, Russia – Following nearly eight years of data collection, planning and negotiations between WWF and the Russian government, 88,600 hectares of one of the most biologically diverse provinces in Russia’s Far East — the Primorsky Province — were declared a national park. (more…)

KINIGI, Rwanda (AFP) - A group of international celebrities named 23 baby mountain gorillas in Rwanda Saturday, supporting efforts by the genocide-scarred country to save the endangered species and develop tourism."Star Wars" actress Natalie Portman led the pack of celebrities at the naming ceremony in the Volcanoes national park, the third fundraising event of its kind organised by the Rwandan authorities.According to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), there are only 720 mountain gorillas surviving in the wild, in parks straddling Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.The species is still threatened by poachers and civil conflict in the eastern DRC, where two silverbacks were killed by rebels earlier this year.Speaking at the ceremony, Rwandan President Paul Kagame called for strict measures to ensure the protection of mountain gorillas.But with park entrance fees at 500 dollars, gorilla-watching by high-end foreign tourists is also a key source of revenue, and Rwanda

Purpose of this program: To cooperate with the States and other nonfederal interests in the conservation, development, and enhancement of the nation's Anadromous fish stocks and the fish in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain that ascend streams to spawn, and for the control of sea lamprey. Possible uses and use restrictions... Funds can be used for spawning area improvement, installment of

Purpose of this program: To fulfill the directives prescribed in the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) which affect Alaska Natives and their allotments. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is responsible for assisting Alaska Native applicants acquire title to lands they occupy. Under the subsistence portion of the program, activities seek to establish that Alaska Native groups

Drea’s having a contest for a 3 piece green Camo onesie set (a $50 value) from My Conservation Baby. To enter write about My Conservation Baby, showcase one of your favorite items from the store, and tell of a way that you try to conserve. Don’t forget to sign Drea’s Mr.Linky with the URL of your post and join My Conservation Baby’s mailing list. I conserve by turning of lights when I am done using them. I let the air or heat run for as long as we need it. I also plan to cloth diaper and possibly cloth wipe in the future. I love tie dye. So I must have the CONSERVE-Tie-Dyed Onesie Set (SS)!

Log on to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Website to learn more about what you can do to make a difference in wildlife conservation!The time-tested North American Wildlife Conservation Model is the only one of its kind in the world. In the mid-1800s, hunters and anglers realized they needed to set limits in order to protect rapidly disappearing wildlife, and assume responsibility for managing wild habitats. Hunters and anglers were among the first to crusade for wildlife protection and remain some of today’s most important conservation leaders. The model’s two basic principles—that our fish and wildlife belong to all North American citizens, and are to be managed in such a way that their populations will be sustained forever—are explained through a set of guidelines known as the “Seven Sisters for Conservation.” The “Seven Sisters” hold the key to wildlife conservation as we know it today.Sister #1: The Public TrustIn North America, natural resources on public lands a

PRESS RELEASE On Friday, June 1, 2007 the United States Fish & Wildlife Service (USF&WS) published in the Federal Register its positions for the 14th COP of CITES, 72FR30606. There are three (3) alarming surprises for the world hunting community. The USF&WS is opposing the proposed leopard quota for Uganda, the increase in the leopard quota for Mozambique from 60 to 120 and is undecided on Kenya’s proposal to withdraw the black rhino quotas of Namibia and South Africa (5 each.)The USF&Ws states in the Notice that neither Uganda nor Mozambique have demonstrated an adequate scientific basis to support their leopard quota requests. Not “enough biological information about the populations of leopard or their prey” has been provided.John Jackson, Chairman of Conservation Force, said, “Uganda’s quota requestis a nominal 28. Uganda has little hope of establishing a viable tourist hunting basewithout the quota. The suggestion that more information is necessary to demon

June 7 , 2007Special EditionChairman Peterson Vows Conservation Priorities Will Be Protected Addressing the sportsmen’s community at a briefing held by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Collin Peterson (D-MN), thanked the sportsmen’s community for the unified effort in identifying and promoting conservation priorities, and provided encouragement that conservation programs contained in the Farm Bill would be maintained. “We are getting within striking distance of making this work -- I am becoming more optimistic we can get this done,” proclaimed Peterson. “At the end of the day it is my intention to ensure the priorities of the sportsmen’s community are included in the bill.” Peterson was referring to a document prepared by the Association of the Fish and Wildlife Agencies and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, titled "Fish, Wildlife and the Farm Bill," which includes the list of priorities put forth by more

Unions Take Unprecedented Farm Bill Stance, Ask Congress to Grow Conservation Union sportsmen urge support for conservation programs, inclusion of “Open Fields” provision in Farm Bill For Immediate Release Tim Zink, 202-654-4625, tzink@trcp.org WASHINGTON - May-15 - More than 3 million hunters and anglers in unions affiliated with the AFL-CIO today called on members of Congress to adequately fund key Farm Bill conservation programs and to include a measure that would allow states to establish or expand private land hunting and fishing access programs. In a joint letter signed by 17 unions (full text of Senate version follows), the unions urge Congress to follow the Farm Bill policy recommendations of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership’s Agriculture and Wildlife Working Group (AWWG). The AWWG recommendations are contained in a comprehensive report, entitled Growing Conservation in the Farm Bill, that already has

I found this on one of my favorite websites “The Daily Om”. It describes me to a “T”. I am extremely sensitive to other people’s energies. I LOVE people, I enjoy socializing, but after about two hours at a party, I’m done. I get very overstimulated and tired at the same time and need solitary time to re-center myself. I can go much longer in a one-to-one situation, or with a small group of close friends whose energy matches mine. I try to be around upbeat people as much as possible; that helps my personal energy and makes me feel good. How about you? Do you find yourself overwhelmed in crowd situations? Are you sensitive to the moods and energy of those around you? Do you start a crowd situation feeling good, but then finding your mood has changed within a short time? Centered And Safe Keeping Your Energy Strong - borrowed from The Daily Om  Being a sensitive person in this world can sometimes feel very draining due to the fact that we are very re

Republished Courtesy of African Indaba NewsletterPredator Conservation and Hunting in KenyaBy Dr. Stephanie S. RomañachHuman-wildlife conflict is one of major reasons why predators are declining in number throughout Africa. Predators are often killed in response to attacks on livestock, and sometimes are killed preemptively as a perceived threat.In Kenya, wildlife has very little, if any, value to most of its citizens. As a result, wildlife population numbers have been decreasing over the last three decades, with recorded declines of 40 - 90% for most species. The beginning of the steep population declines coincided with Kenya’s ban on trophy hunting in 1977.Wildlife in Kenya is owned by the government, not by landowners. Some East and southern African countries have devolved full user rights of wildlife to its citizens, allowing people to profit from wildlife on their land. These profits serve as financial incentives for wildlife conservation on privately- and, in some cases, on co

Republished Courtesy of African IndabaBoone and Crockett Club:Fair Chase and Conservation Since 1887By Jack Reneau, Director Big Game Records, Boone and Crockett ClubThe Mission of the Boone and Crockett ClubIt is the policy of the Boone and Crockett Club to promote the guardianship and provident management of big game and associated wildlife in North America and to maintain the highest standards of Fair Chase and sportsmanship in all aspects of big game hunting, in order that this resource of all the people may survive and prosper in its natural habitats. Consistent with this objective, the Club supports the use and enjoyment of our wildlife heritage to the fullest extent by this and future generations of mankind.Formation of the Boone and Crockett ClubTheodore Roosevelt, a dedicated sportsman and visionary, founded the Boone and Crockett Club in 1887. In 1883, Roosevelt, an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and explorer returned from his ranching days in North Dakota with a mission. He had

Conservation Force is one of those organizations that is leading the fight for hunting rights and for the conservation of animals! They have the best interests of hunters and wildlife in mind with everything they do. Please go support their efforts and do whatever you can to assist them in protecting our rights. Take just a small look at the Board of Directors and the organizations that link themselves with this group and you will see they are very well respected in the conservation community. We need groups like this to continue to thrive in the trenches. GO TO AND DONATE TO THE Conservation Force TeamWorld Conservation Force Bulletin for May 2007Polar Bear Comment Report The comment deadline for the USF&WS proposal to list all polar bear as “threatened” was on April 9, 2007. It proved to be one of the most challenging and demanding tasks we have ever undertaken. It was an enormous amount of work and expense, but the results are very promising. We think we’ve won. If w

John J. Jackson, III from Conservation Force sent me the comments that they filed with the USFWS in regards to the listing of the Polar Bear! The following response is very long but it is a must read! We all need to realize how incredibly important this legislation is in regards to our hunting rights and for the conservation of the Polar Bear! The United States Fish and Wildlife Service is not the agency that should become the regulatory arm for greenhouse gases and increased carbon emissions. It is not in the best interest of the Polar Bear and not in the best interest of the American citizens.Please read the following in its entirety!April 5, 2007Supervisor, United States Fish and Wildlife ServiceMarine Mammals Management Office1011 East Tudor Road, MS 341Anchorage, AK 99503Phone: 907-786-3800RE: Comment in Opposition to the Proposed Rule to List All Polar Bear as Threatened, 72 FR 1064 (January 9, 2007)Dear Sir,This is a comment in opposition to the proposed listing of all p

I am honored to have been linked by this fantastic conservation organization! These people are making a difference for hunters worldwide by their hard work! They have fantastic sources of information and are a valuable resource for anyone interested in the conservation of our wildlife. If there was a hall of fame for Wildlife Conservationists all of the members on this board(past and present) would be included in it! Please donate to them and help them continue to do the amazing things they are doing!Link here: Conservation ForceHuntinglife.com is a project I am taking on to create a resource to match outfitters and hunters together along with informative knowledge, hunting news, resources and great articles and pictures. Elk, Deer, Turkey, Bear, Antelope, Bison, Buffalo, Moose, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Hogs, fishing, Hunting and all kinds of fun stuff.

I got this great email from Leupold so I cut and pasted it here for all of you. I am a big fan of both Leupold and the NWTF and these optics look fantastic. If you are looking for some new glass, check these out!www.leupold.comwww.nwtf.org1.3 million. That's the number of wild turkey in North America in 1973. Today, thanks to the efforts of state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, and a group called the National Wild Turkey Federation, we have more than 7 million birds across the United States, and the numbers keep growing.Since its founding in 1973, the NWTF has grown too, from 1,300 members to more than 545,000 today. With that growth has come impressive strides in wildlife management as the NWTF has forged dynamic partnerships across the country, to help uphold hunting traditions and conserve more than 11.3 million acres of wildlife habitat.Leupold is proud to be one of those partners, helping to conserve and uphold hunting traditions. For 2007, we've created some exciti

The Community Conservation Network (CCN) assists local communities and their partners to sustain vital ecosystems and resources by fostering relationships and building capacity that results in improved long-term conservation, management effectiveness, and human security. CCN envisions a world where: Stakeholders are engaged in active decision-making about their own resources Resource owners and users are practicing sound resource management Local individuals receive training to improve their skills as environmental stewards Biodiversity is conserved for the long-term in many locations Local livelihoods, food security, and natural resources are sustained Communities are reflective and knowledgeable about their work and its impact.We at Diveaway have supported this through the FLMMA Network in Fiji and specifically the ICM Project.See more of their work worldwide here...http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/ http://diveawayfiji.blogspot.com/

The Community Conservation Network (CCN) assists local communities and their partners to sustain vital ecosystems and resources by fostering relationships and building capacity that results in improved long-term conservation, management effectiveness, and human security. CCN envisions a world where: Stakeholders are engaged in active decision-making about their own resources Resource owners and users are practicing sound resource management Local individuals receive training to improve their skills as environmental stewards Biodiversity is conserved for the long-term in many locations Local livelihoods, food security, and natural resources are sustained Communities are reflective and knowledgeable about their work and its impact.We at Diveaway have supported this through the FLMMA Network in Fiji and specifically the ICM Project.See more of their work worldwide here...http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/ http://diveawayfiji.blogspot.com/

The Indonesian and Australian governments have agreed to bring the issue of forest conservation to an international conference on climate change to be held in the island resort of Bali from December 3 to 12, 2007.The agreement was reached by the environment ministers of both countries after a closed-door meeting to discuss bilateral cooperation in the environmental field here on Monday.

Duration: January 2006 – December 2008Funding: AFD, UNFPartners: International Coral Reef Action Network (ICRAN), Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network (GCRMN), Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC), University of the South Pacific (USP), École pratique des hautes etudes (EPHE), South Pacific Environment Program (SPREP)ObjectivesThe ReefBase Pacific project will make an important contribution to realisation of the objectives of AFD’s Regional Initiative For The Protection And Management Of Coral Reefs In The South Pacific (CRISP) by:Promoting a holistic approach to the protection and management of coral reefs (considering not only ecological, but also social and economical information requirements) by applying the lessons learned from previous and existing activities by ICRAN, ReefBase, GCRMN, and regional partners.Mobilizing, standardizing, integrating, disseminating, and promoting the extensive data-, information-, and knowledge-bases currently present, but underutilized, in

Special Thanks goes out to John J. Jackson, III for allowing Huntinglife.com to publish their March 2007, Bulletin! It is an honor to bring this great conservation news to all of you! The work that conservation force is doing benefits us all worldwide and I personally encourage you all to log on to their website and donate to this organization!Kevin PaulsonConservation Force,A Force For Wildlife ConservationWorld Conservation Force Bulletin, March 2007Second Threat to Polar Bear Imports There is a second threat to polar bear trophy imports into the U.S. that is taking place independently of the “threatened” listing proposal under the ESA. One or more polar bear regions are also being reviewed by the USF&WS due to the Kerry Amendment to the Marine Mammal Protection Act. That is language that Senator John Kerry added to the Marine Mammal Protection Act reform of 1994 at the prompting of HSUS. Now HSUS is insisting on its enforcement. More than a year ago the Human Society of the

The debate around whale conservation goes on and on. Most of us cannot understand that whaling can be justified on any level but of course life is not as simple as that. The politics of this global debate is extremely complex. Iceland made its position clear when stating its recent intent to resume commercial whaling by immediately slaughtering 3 fin whales (an endangered species). They intend to kill 6 more in addition to the 30 minke whales already taken. Take a look at the Greenpeace whale tourism pledge – http://oceans.greenpeace.org/en/stop-icelandic-whaling .With the signatures already signed to this pledge, Greenpeace have calculated that the revenue to Iceland from whaling tourism could be worth over 10 times that of whaling slaughter. What do you think? If you feel that Iceland’s decision to restart whaling is an unnecessary and backward step then let Iceland’s Prime Minister, Geir Haarde, know at postur@for.stjr.is

The debate around whale conservation goes on and on. Most of us cannot understand that whaling can be justified on any level but of course life is not as simple as that. The politics of this global debate is extremely complex. Iceland made its position clear when stating its recent intent to resume commercial whaling by immediately slaughtering 3 fin whales (an endangered species). They intend to kill 6 more in addition to the 30 minke whales already taken. Take a look at the Greenpeace whale tourism pledge – http://oceans.greenpeace.org/en/stop-icelandic-whaling .With the signatures already signed to this pledge, Greenpeace have calculated that the revenue to Iceland from whaling tourism could be worth over 10 times that of whaling slaughter. What do you think? If you feel that Iceland’s decision to restart whaling is an unnecessary and backward step then let Iceland’s Prime Minister, Geir Haarde, know at postur@for.stjr.is

Zambia Ministry of Tourism lobbies USA to allow elephant hunting Zambia lobbies US over elephant trophy huntingFrom BWALYA NONDO, Nevada, USAThe Daily Mail 27 January 2007Read More here:http://zambiaconservation.blogspot.comHuntinglife.com is a project I am taking on to create a resource to match outfitters and hunters together along with informative knowledge, hunting news, resources and great articles and pictures. Elk, Deer, Turkey, Bear, Antelope, Bison, Buffalo, Moose, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Hogs, fishing, Hunting and all kinds of fun stuff.

As avid rhino-cam watchers we were proud to be watching when Paignton Zoo’s heavily pregnant Black rhino, Sita, gave birth to a baby girl rhino. The birth is part of an endangered species programme at the Zoo. A dedicated team of rhino watchers kept a close eye on Sita, and on the webcam, during the [...]

It could be lights out for Google across the world. While Google is not actually going under anytime soon, Treehugger reports on an interesting find that tags Google as an energy opportunity."Did you know that a cathode ray tube (CRT) monitor uses about 74 watts to display an all white web page, but only uses 59 watts to display an all black page? Worldwide, about 25 percent of the monitors currently in use are cathode ray tubes, which means that they waste energy displaying white backgrounds. This can add up for sites with a global audience."Treehugger claims that by turning Google black, they would save 750-megawatt-hours ($75,000) a year. Called low-wattage web design, it may have to have its own set of design rules, as white text on a black background is never recommended for extensive reading. Perhaps there's a happy medium for designing for a monitor as well as a person's vision. However, the big question is, once Google goes black, will it ever go back?tags technorati : black

There's no doubt about it... Florida can be very hot and humid during the summer months.  I've also been hearing in the news that this summer has also been especially hard in other parts of the country as well.  Whether it's due to global warming or just coincidental, it's always a good idea to take energy conservation seriously.  Taking steps now to conserve home energy costs can save you money over time.  These steps range from the free or low-cost to the more expensive which are worthwhile but will take longer to see a return on investment (ROI).  Examples of both include keeping your blinds closed (except during showings if your home is for sale), installing a programmable thermostat, regularly replacing your A/C filter, vacuuming any build-up of dust on refrigerator and freezer coils, lowering your hot water heaters' temperature setting, installing window tinting, or replacing your air-conditioning system with a new, mo

Click to load release in new window Cambridge/Nairobi, 27 July 2004 – Snorkellers and scuba divers across the globe are being enlisted to help save the world’s oceans and seas. A new initiative, called earthdive, is being launched in which professional and amateur divers are being urged to record the health of the marine environment including coral reefs, mangrove swamps and coastal waters. The scheme, which is being supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) through its World Conservation

With many species becoming extinct and lots others depleted because of our short sighted and selfish style of living, conservation is one thing that all of us need to pay attention to. Butterflies, with their varied range of bright colors attract most of us. The sad part, however, is that many species of butterflies are [...]

According to the American Automobile Association [via The New York Times], the average nationwide price for diesel has set records 18 of the past 19 days. It's currently sitting at $3.83 a gallon. (New York, California, Pennsylvania and Vermont averaged over $4 a gallon.)  The effects are being felt throughout industry. On the positive side, trucking companies are buying more fuel-efficient equipment, using electronic devices to slow driving speeds and installing auxiliary power units so truckers can sleep in their cabs without idling their rig's engine. Larger companies are looking to hybrid diesel-electric powerplants and better aerodynamics for fuel savings. On the negative side, paying for the new equipment could lead to layoffs. Smaller trucking firms and independents

Should the intern have a valid driver's license? Required: Must have a valid driver's license to perform duties or drive site vehicle. Should the intern be able... (From Student Conservation Association)View Detail