In Appreciation of our National Parks

Be sure to watch the new six-part series titled "The National Parks - America's Best Idea" by acclaimed film maker Ken Burns. This program will be broadcast on your local Public Broadcasting station starting September 27. This project took over six years to film and promises to be spectacular.
For more information: http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/

Celebrate Arbor Day!

Arbor Day
Did you know that the simple act of planting a tree on your property can increase your home's value by 15% or more? Celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree. What is Arbor Day? Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care.

National Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton in 1872, is celebrated on the last Friday in April (Arbor Day Foundation).

This time of year when the deciduous trees are starting to sprout new life or bloom, we are inspired to lay aside our winter clothing and start thinking about spring and summer activities. Go for a walk and listen to the birds singing all around you. Where there are trees, there are birds and abundant life. April 24, 2009 is Arbor Day. Celebrate it by appreciating the glory of trees!

"Each generation takes the Earth as trustees. We ought to bequeath to posterity as many forests and orchards as we have exhausted and consumed."

- J. Sterling Morton

For more information about trees, visit Arborday.org

Turn off your lights to support Earth Hour

On March 28, 2009 between 8:30-9:30pm, people everwhere across the globe will turn out their lights in an effort to draw attention Global Warming. The goal is for 1 Billion people to participate. Join with me at 8:30pm, wherever you are in the world - turn out your lights for 1 hour.
For more information, go to Earthhour.org