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"Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike."

The Sierra Club has announced the winners of its 2007 National Awards, with the top honor going to former vice president Al Gore for his work to build awareness of global warming.

For hikers on a budget, the Oahu chapter of the Sierra Club (SC) offers outdoor outings (read: hikes and service projects) for interested residents and visitors.

A Republican bill pushed through congress is under constant fired from outraged environmental groups who claim the bill's creator, U.S. Rep. Richard Pombo, has destroyed decades of protection in a single shot.

This 4th of July weekend will be at the New Nikki Beach Club at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno Tahoe Nevada. Summer Travelers and VIPs will enjoy a weekend before only found in Las Vegas with events including DJ Vice, Shannon Elizabeth, L.A.Guns and Kendra Wilkinson

Learn about affordable honeymoon options near Sierra Vista, Arizona.

A discussion of the moral and ethical issues surrounding nuclear waste dumping in Skull Valley, Utah.

As more and more people begin to accept and recognize that Global Warming is a clear and present danger, people driving SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) are going to be regarded as socially irresponsible and that their personal choice is effecting all of us.

On a recent stop in Old Saybrook, days before becoming officially sworn in as U.S. Representative of the 2nd District, Joe Courtney stopped in the Paperback Café, spoke and shook hands with several customers, before sitting down to talk about issues he is concerned abou

A typical "letter to..." from a concerned party.

a close examination of the mishandling and ineptness of FEMA and EPA officials during and after Hurricane Katrina

Backpacking is when an individual packs his or her gear into a knapsack and hits the trail. This gear must include food, a canteen of water, and a compact folding tent. A hiker's trip includes at least one overnight stay in the wilderness

a look at the shortcomings of government bureaucracies in time of disaster, especially the role (or non-role of FEMA during Hurricane Katrina

In 2002, AEP decided to by out a small town in Ohio that was located below their plant, pay the residents to move, and get them to sign a "health waiver". So who won in this deal?

Parties and alternatives for people who don't like parties.

La Paloma Sabanera Coffeehouse & Bookstore invites visitors to sit long, talk much and laugh often. Serving the finest fair trade coffees inside a cozy niche in downtown Hartford, CT, the business is a vital part of the community.

Plants that attract butterflies and habitat requirements for a large butterfly population.

South Carolina has some of the most dedicated biking clubs anywhere. They advocate for better roads and safety measures, but most of all they have terrific fun and regular rides all over the state.

It's hard to meet new people in a city, even if you've lived there for some time. But don't loose hope. There are some very neat ways to connect with others who have your interests and values.

The Pearl District used to be your typical downtown neighborhood - run down, devoid of charm and character, and more an area of flight than a move-in ready district.

The marketing of a psuedo-science for political, social and economic gain is (partially) explained.

Buying gifts can oftentimes be challenging, but when it comes to purchasing items for coffee and tea lovers, there are an abundance of choices. The following tips can help you choose the perfect gift for loved ones who are passionate about their brewed beverages.

The articles summarized in the following paper have to do with the way the media frames advertising messages and T.V. shows, and the effect these depictions have on the American public.

In a world where Republican equals conservative Evangelical and Democrat equals tree hugging liberal, can anyone find common ground? Fortunately, it seems to be the very air we breath that is bringing together these two camps.

The acceptance of global warming as a very real and ultimately catastrophic event for humanity is now a given. The slow but relentless beat of the scientific community has been reinforced by publication by the IPCC which lays bare a terrifying vision for the warming planet.

One of the greatest thinkers of all time who contributed to the Transcendentalist movement was Ralph Waldo Emerson. European, Asian, and Greek influences were among the many inspirations in the life of this great philosopher and poet.

Volunteer vacations are a great way to see the world and do some good while you are away. Check out the following organizations to start planning your next vacation today.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a new 24-story dam to be built in Cleveland National Forest, an island of nature in the middle of Southern California's suburban maze of subdivisions.

AN INSIDE TAKE ON THE INFAMOUS ZODIAC KILLER

The most misunderstood and under-appreciated cost of World War II for the United States was the damage done to the environment during wartime operations.

A historic analysis of the development of papermaking in Wisconsin's Fox River Valley, its environmental effects, and in general paper politics in the US and the world.

The Blue Skies Alliance in Dallas, TX has been fighting for clean air for years, battling the likes of electric companies and politicians.

For ten years one group has been fighting pollution near Dallas/Fort Worth, TX.

Concerned by news stories of species loss, degradation of our natural world, & increasing rates of environmental-related diseases like cancers & certain birth defects, I compiled a list of easy changes we can make to improve our health and the environment

An award winner and author founded Good Jobs First back in 1998.

Houston's work reveals both an adherence to and a departure from the accepted or established conventions of adventure literature. To assess Houston's work, I will examine several prevalent conventions, which originate in British adventure literature.

Dickens' attitude toward and presentation of wilderness reflects the common thought of Victorian England. This perception of wilderness, which lends to the destruction of American wilds, is based on the negative connotation instilled by Christianity.

My husband and I love the outdoors; even when I was pregnant we still did some hiking. Other child-carrying backpcks can carry your child, but not in the style and comfort of the Kelty Back Country Child Carrier.

Ideally, a graduation gift should mark a rite of passage and be something that could be kept or remembered for years.

February 20, 1902, a photographer was born. Born and raised in San Francisco, California, Ansel Easton Adams was the only child of New England parents, Charles Hitchcock and Olive Adams.

Some call the media bias, others call it liberal - so what do you call media that takes logical fallacies and turns the tables on truth. It isn't easy to navigate through!

Another chapter in the continuing saga of global warming propaganda.

For all that the people of the US are supposedly not respresented by their government, for as liberal and open-minded as they're supposed to be, I see a whole lot of things being DONE by the close-minded bigots of the country.

A film has gotten quite a following by the local environmental activist community in Texas.

The transportation of electricity, the different views of deregulation, government ownership of electric utilities, how deregulation will impact Connecticut, viewpoints of the California power crisis, and the role of FERC will all be explored.

A degree in Environmental Studies reflects interdisciplinary undergraduate work that qualifies graduates for jobs in a wide variety of areas. Generally work involves problem solving and compromises between the needs of progress and people.

While food fights and pie throwing may seem innocent enough, food aggression can have more devestating effects than most people are aware of. This paper examines different forms of food aggression and their implications.

The city of Marion, Illinois, has been fighting for 17 years to build a new city reservoir and chances are the fight will continue for several more years.

The Hummer, which first became quite popular through its work in Operation: Desert Storm in 1990, has really split people into two different groups. People either seem to love or hate Hummers, and I'll tell you why I'm one of the many who hate it.

The Maine College Democrats annual convention, held at Bates College, had some unwelcome visitors. Nate Walton, state chairman of the Maine College Republicans, promised that an "ARMY" of Republicans would "disrupt" the event; about 12 showed up.