Earth Day 2023
Happy Earth Day!
The Importance of Healthy Wetlands, Rivers, Streams, and Creeks
Living in the Pacific Northwest means living with a certain amount of water, particularly rain. November through January are especially wet but average rainfalls do depend on where in the northwest you happen to be. The Great Bear Rainforest and Hoh Rainforest, for...The Effects Of Wildfires
For the past few years, wildfires along the west coast of the US and Canada have been burning hotter, faster, and longer during the summer months. The National Interagency Fire Center, self-described as the country’s support center for wildland firefighting, has...The Problems For Pollinators
Pollinators like bees, hummingbirds, bats, and butterflies are all facing threats to their existence and many of their populations are on the decline. Between habitat loss, non-native and invasive species, modern agriculture, pesticides and herbicides, and climate...Spirit Bears and The Great Bear Rainforest
Covering 6.4 million hectares (15.8 million acres) along British Columbia’s north and central coast, this forest is home to vivid landscapes and a highly diverse collection of plants, animals, and marine life. The Great Bear Rainforest is just one of the...Climate Change’s Impact on The American Pika
The American Pika is a cute, tiny rabbit-like mammal that lives in the rocky terrain of high elevation alpine mountains. Climate change seems to be affecting pikas in different ways.
