Category Archives: Communication

In November 2011, the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report that confirmed a link between extreme weather-related disasters like hurricanes, floods, tsunamis and other storms, to climate change. This was the first time that the IPCC emphasized … Continue reading

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The high price of gas is making it increasingly popular for summer “stay-cations.” But that doesn’t always mean staying home. It’s also a good opportunity to explore some of the nature preserves in the region. One of the things that … Continue reading

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Strange Wetlands recommended some good wetland documentaries and educational films in a previous post. But wetlands show up in other types of media. Some TV shows take a less serious approach to using wetlands to set the scene. Others are … Continue reading

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Recently the press released President Obama’s code name, “Smart Alec,” which is used by the Secret Service. It seems that the federal government uses a lot of code words—in the form of acronyms. The trend has spread beyond government to … Continue reading

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Have you ever been curious about a local book club but shied away because the books chosen just weren’t your cup of tea? A new trend of online book clubs provides an alternative. Avid  readers may instead get engaged in … Continue reading

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The Association of State Wetland Managers’ website at aswm.org is due for a makeover—long overdue in fact.  The website is like an old house with way too many additions and rooms piled high with stuff no one can find.   This weekend … Continue reading

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Anyone who has raised a child is well aware that the message delivered is not always the message received.  Kids let you know pretty quickly when communication has somehow gone wrong.  Adults don’t. I remember a story I heard many … Continue reading

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“And there be now many men of great wisdom, learning and experience, which love and practice this art, that know I speak the truth.” –The Compleat Angler In school some kids have parents with cool jobs and some don’t.  Working … Continue reading

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Coming Together for Clean Water Discussion Forum http://blog.epa.gov/waterforum/ EcoTone http://www.esa.org/esablog/ecology-and-society/from-the-community-ecology-influencing-art/

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