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{ Monthly Archives } October 2009

About black bears and the man who walks with them

Black bears are often considered among the most dangerous animals in North America. BBC Earth News profiles one man who says that perception could not be further from the truth.  “For the first half of my life, I struggled to control my fear of bears. But bears like June have taught me that they are [...]

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Green spaces ‘improve health’

Living near green spaces has health benefits. Research in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health says the impact is particularly noticeable in reducing rates of mental ill health. The best health benefits come from living less than a kilometre (0.62miles) from a green space. The annual rates of 15 out of 24 major physical [...]

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Save wildlife: Give them a brake

To help save wildlife, The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reminds drivers to slow down and be aware of wildlife activity as the days get shorter and the end of daylight saving time approaches. During Give Wildlife a Brake Week, Oct. 26 through Nov. 1, The HSUS wants to raise awareness among drivers [...]

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Need help choosing a children’s nature book? Meet our staff!

Looking for that perfect children’s nature book?  Our friendly staff is ready to help you find that perfect children’s nature book, movie or stuffed toy. Perhaps you are seeking a wildlife or nature print for your home or cottage. We can help you. If you can’t locate our products at your local book, gift, or [...]

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“When Snowflakes Fall” review in “The Old Schoolhouse” magazine”

“When Snowflakes Fall is a quality board book, the kind you’ll want in your book basket now as well as when the grandbabies begin to visit.” These kind words are from the review of our new board book, When Snow Flakes Fall, in The Old Schoolhouse magazine. We want to thank the reviewers at The Old Schoolhouse magazine [...]

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Polar bear habitat proposed for Alaska

The Interior Department proposed designating more than 200,000 square miles of land, sea and ice along the northern coast of Alaska as critical habitat for the shrinking polar bear population, according to the article “Polar Bear Habitat Proposed for Alaska” in The New York Times. According to the article, the area, the largest single designation [...]

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Leaping wolf picture wins photo prize

A picture of a hunting wolf has won the prestigious Veolia Environment Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2009 award. According to the article in Earth News, Jose Luis Rodriguez captured the imaginations of the judges with a picture that he had planned for years, and even sketched out on a piece of paper. “I wanted [...]

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Baby deer comes through pet door

You have to see this. A baby deer, a fawn, comes through a pet door behind a cat. We hope you like it!

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Children’s picture book “One Child, One Planet” is in!

The children’s picture book One Child, One Planet is here! It’s beautiful. It’s educational. “One Child, One Planet is a lovely and compelling book for kids. It balances critical environmental information with the gentle reassurance that children need as they become aware of the world around them,” says Lana Pollack, former Michigan state senator. Order [...]

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Rick Mercer: Black bear cubs

A fun look at black bear cubs with Canadian comedian and television personality Rick Mercer. Rick helps tag black bear cubs in Algonquin Park.

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