Flooding in the Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest has been hit hard by at least two atmospheric rivers in the last week, with parts of Western Washington receiving 18 inches of rain within days. Towns are completely flooded, hundreds of thousands have lost power, roads have collapsed, and one...
Alaska’s Recent Floods
Flooding from recent typhoons have devastated communities in Western Alaska and the Philippines alike. How did this happen and how can you help?
The Perils of Artificial Intelligence
It’s hard to avoid seeing any sort of AI-generated content if you’re online at all these days; from ChatGPT helping people write emails to AI-generated images to whole videos being generated. Until recently, there were many tells you could rely on to see what content...
Save Our Public Lands
July 1st, 2025 update: The addition to the "Big Beautiful Bill" that would sell off millions of acres of public land has officially been withdrawn from the bill! While this is a temporary reprieve and a win, there are still many other threats to our public lands,...
Deep Sea Mining
When you think of batteries, you might not immediately think of the bottom of the ocean floor. But in the dark depths of the ocean and in the midst of species that have yet to even be identified, there are these potato-shaped deposits called polymetallic nodules that...
The Endangered Species Act Is In Danger
With Earth Day just a few days away, it is, to put it mildly, unfortunate that the Endangered Species Act of 1973 is currently under threat from political battles and partisan ideologies. The act is a critical piece of legislation that establishes regulations and...
A new Southern Resident Killer Whale calf has been spotted!
Update 1/4/24 Unfortunately, there has been a rather sad update for J61, as the Center for Whale Research recently confirmed that she has not survived. This is devastating news for many reasons, largely because this is Tahlequah's second calf not to survive and she...
Vote NO on Washington’s I-2117
The 2024 election has been on everyone’s radar for quite some time, with the presidential race obviously getting a primary focus. But the presidential election isn’t the only election/issue worth focusing on, as local and state issues highly influence an individual’s...
Mushrooms and Fungi in the Pacific Northwest
From the iconic classic toadstool to the bright color of the violet webcap, there are many different types of mushrooms and fungi in the Pacific Northwest. Many types of fungi are mycorrhizal and have a symbiotic relationship with a plant; other types have been known...
The Edison Bird Festival
Visiting Edison, Washington is always a reminder of what life can be like as a slow, artistic community. The “downtown” part encompasses about three blocks these days, with significantly more art galleries and studios than actual intersections. In addition to...
An Increase in Flooding in the Pacific Northwest: How Has This Happened?
Flooding in the Pacific Northwest seems to have gotten worse over the last couple of decades, which unfortunately makes sense given the increase in climate change impacts, the increase in urban development, and the region’s numerous and intricate waterways. Different...
A New Climate Anthem From An Unlikey Trio
Yo-Yo Ma releasing a single with a drag queen and an indigenous artist about the melting of an Alaska glacier was definitely not something I had on my 2023 bingo card. But along with indigenous and trans musician Quinn Christopherson, the cellist collaborated with...
Orca Recovery Day 2023
Orca Recovery Day is Saturday, October 14th, 2023!
Fat Bear Week 2023
Fat Bear Week is officially here! Starting today, October 4th, 2023, you can vote for your favorite fat bear in this single-elimination tournament of 12 bears. This is the 9th year of the competition, with the first being a one-day contest in 2014: Fat Bear Tuesday....
What Is Wildlife Conservation And Why Is It Important?
Wildlife conservation is a vital field that works to protect flora and fauna species and their habitats around the world from climate change effects and human encroachment. The last 200 years has seen a drastic rise in the human population, in addition to the...
The Oceans and Seas of the World
Up until recently, most countries and organizations only recognized four ocean basins. While there is really only one global ocean that covers 71% of the earth, there are now five distinct regions and the boundaries between them have changed over human history....
Speak For The Trees.
The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most magical forests and trees, like the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. These forests are absolutely vital for our region and for the survival of many species. But thanks to logging, wildfires, and development,...
Wildfires in the Pacific Northwest, Maui, Canada, and the Mojave Desert
Last years past, this summer has been plagued by wildfires across North America.
Pronghorn of the Pacific Northwest
Pronghorn antelope can be found in the prairies and grasslands of North America, with small populations existing in the Pacific Northwest.
The Shrub-Steppe and Sagelands of the Pacific Northwest
Eastern Washington and Oregon might seem dull and barren but these areas are ecologically diverse and beautiful in their own right.
Only YOU Can Prevent Wildfires: Campfire Safety
“Only YOU Can Prevent Wildfires.” This iconic slogan has been a part of Smokey The Bear’s campaign for decades now. With more than 80% of wildfires in the United States started by humane carelessness, this long-running public service campaign is more important than...