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Part 2 of our series on using coastal tools appropriately. Bulkheads used in isolation aren't a magic fix to beach erosion. In this post, we will see how adding a sandy beach provides both a recreational and environmental habitat. Certified Coastal Practitioners understand how to use the right tools to achieve multiple goals on a coastal project. Learn more about our short courses today https://lnkd.in/ehTAJwt6

With the recent snowfall, it is becoming more imperative to dive into some winter conservation tactics. I found an article which discusses simple, yet effective ways to tackle the long, cold months that we experience in the Midwest. Follow the link for some insight into some ways you can employ conservative and cost-conscious actions during this time of year: https://lnkd.in/g_AXdsKR Photo by: JourneyBe

This excellent article from Wisconsin Wetlands Association showcases various examples of how healthy, biodiverse wetlands contribute to effective water management in our landscapes. #sustainability

I started a blog on my website. Here are a few small adjustments you can make in the way you attend your garden to make it work for not against nature: https://lnkd.in/eUwcEh6s

In 2023, we commissioned a survey to understand the ecological impact an orienteering event could have on vegetation and ground compaction. Here, we outline the key outcomes of the survey and recommendations that planners and organisers may find beneficial when planning future events. We thank the event planners and landowners for their assistance in enabling this important work. Access the report and read the summary of outcomes and recommendations: https://lnkd.in/ePzJaxQp

Just finished a phone interview with The Independent of Petrolia & Central Lambton regarding my letters to the City of Sarnia and the St. Clair Township Public Works on the topic of light pollution. Thanks Blake for taking the time to connect and the best part, was learning about your 25 years in Northern Manitoba! Look forward to chatting more about your ti.e up there, seeing as that's precisely where my expedition is heading! Here's a link folks, on simple little things we can all do that together — make bigger impacts. https://www.rasc.ca/ Click on their "Canadian Guidelines for Outdoor Lighting". Here are reasons why this is important to me: - The ability to experience the naturally dark night sky (viewing and photographing) - Affect light pollution has on flora and fauna - something so easily adjusted, yet makes a big impact I hope you are inspired to do just little simple things to enhance the beauty all around us. From heating and cooling at 1 degree less or more to turning outdoor lights off when not needed (more light does not equal less crime by the way) and learn about proper recycling options. Small easy steps that make giant impacts when the many are doing it. 🤜🤛

In a previous post we talked about watering our marital garden to have greener grass – even greener than that on the other side of the fence! One of the watering strategies I previewed was being kind. Read more...https://lnkd.in/erFkBNVt

Lovely article again in Eppingforestguardian who have published the difference that Voluntary Action Epping Forest have made in 2024! https://lnkd.in/dH2BaCQA

Did you know the lighting in our Sea Cliffs exhibit re-creates the seasonal day cycles of the North Atlantic and coastal Maine? Our experts alter the Sea Cliffs’ environment throughout the year by gradually decreasing or increasing lighting to mimic the conditions found in their natural habitats. Learn more about seasonal changes: https://bit.ly/4gXXOEq

Did you know there are different agencies, in the different nations responsible for caring, protecting and promoting our natural environment? In todays episode of Mind your Policy Language, our director Dewi gives you the rundown on who, what and where when it comes to caring for our natural environment.