About Earth Day
Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, and has been observed each year since then. Peace activist John McConnell proposed the idea in 1969, and soon afterwards Senator Gaylord Nelson took up the cause. Nelson recruited another young activist, Denis Hays, to assist with national coordination. In recognition for his work, Nelson was later awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 1990, Hayes expanded his coordination efforts and organized the first international Earth Day.
April 22, 2020 marked the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. The theme of Earth Day 2020 was "climate action" and centered on five components: citizen science, volunteering, community engagement, education, and art.
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Removing Mountains: Extracting Nature and Identity in the Appalachian Coalfields by
An ethnography of coal country in southern West Virginia.
ISBN: 9780816675326Publication Date: 2010
A Literary Field Guide to Southern Appalachia by
Getting acquainted with local flora and fauna is the perfect way to begin to understand the wonder of nature. The natural environment of Southern Appalachia, with habitats that span the Blue Ridge to the Cumberland Plateau, is one of the most biodiverse on earth. A Literary Field Guide to Southern Appalachia--a hybrid literary and natural history anthology--showcases sixty of the many species indigenous to the region. Ecologically, culturally, and artistically, Southern Appalachia is rich in paradox and stereotype-defying complexity. Its species range from the iconic and inveterate--such as the speckled trout, pileated woodpecker, copperhead, and black bear--to the elusive and endangered--such as the American chestnut, Carolina gorge moss, chucky madtom, and lampshade spider. The anthology brings together art and science to help the reader experience this immense ecological wealth. Stunning images by seven Southern Appalachian artists and conversationally written natural history information complement contemporary poems from writers such as Ellen Bryant Voigt, Wendell Berry, Janisse Ray, Sean Hill, Rebecca Gayle Howell, Deborah A. Miranda, Ron Rash, and Mary Oliver. Their insights illuminate the wonders of the mountain South, fostering intimate connections. The guide is an invitation to get to know Appalachia in the broadest, most poetic sense.
ISBN: 9780820356242Publication Date: 2019-10-15
Wetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair by
Wetlands are a vital part of the landscape and ecology of the United States, providing food and shelter for species ranging from the beautiful wood duck to the tiny fairy shrimp. These areas provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife, protect communities from flooding, and recharge groundwater supplies -- yet they continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate. A detailed analysis of wetlands management, Wetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair is a comprehensive guide to the past, present, and future of wetland recovery in the United States. The book includes a historical overview of wetland destruction and repair over the past two hundred years and also serves as a unique resource for anyone, from novice to engineer, interested in the process of wetland restoration. Author Thomas R. Biebighauser draws from his own vast experience in building and repairing more than 950 wetlands across North America. Included are numerous photographs and case studies that highlight successes of past projects. Detailed, step-by-step instructions guide the reader through the planning and implementation of each restoration action. Biebighauser also provides a number of effective strategies for initiating and improving funding for wetlands programs. Wetland Drainage, Restoration, and Repair is essential reading for all who care about and for these important ecosystems.
Publication Date: 2007
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