Activists in Maine advocate shutting down river dams, at least for a few months. The Atlantic salmon run, from mid April through early June, is severely hindered by the use of river dams. According to Ed Friedman, the spokesman for Friends of Merrymeeting Bay, these salmon are on the verge of extinction on the Kennebec … Continue reading
By Julia Clapp Lorna Crichton’s office tells me almost as much as she does about her work. The space is tucked back into a larger office area on the second story of a building that was once an elementary school. On the wall over her desk is a green chalkboard; to the right is a … Continue reading
“We need a revolution; that’s what we deserve. What we don’t deserve is pandering, irresponsible bullshit…” Would you believe these words climbed out of the mouth of one of our current, 2012 presidential candidates? What if I told you they were born of a candidate who purposely got arrested to call attention to a volatile … Continue reading
Are land turtles really ninjas with shields attached to their backs? Actually the shells are their backbone, a total of 60 bones all put together to form a hard surface. This surface includes the ribs and its skin which means the turtle cannot climb out of its shell! All the bones are attached to the … Continue reading
Small paws step softly on the tree branch. It’s dark outside but that’s not a problem. A tree frog sounds off in the near distance. Getting closer now, strong legs prepare to pounce. Then BAM! The tree frog is now being eaten. By what you may ask? An amazing one-of-a-kind wild cat. There are 36 … Continue reading
If someone mentioned the word zombie a picture of walking moaning human corpses with a taste for flesh would most likely pop into your mind. If asked if zombies were real or if anyone has ever encountered them your answer would probably be no. But who said zombies have to be of the human race? … Continue reading
Many of you believe in a brighter, cleaner future, one in which all places can be guaranteed a road to a better existence through reclamation, restoration and continued preservation. You can only hope for the compassion of others to help influence and appeal for the environmental changes you know are right for our planet. You … Continue reading
Tuesday October 16th showed us the second presidential debate of 2012. Like many before this has been well publicized as a ‘heated’ race. Two strongly polar opposite candidates battling for the regarded seat in the country; they have been putting up quite the fight as evidenced again in this week’s debate. Each debate has followed … Continue reading
Reaching back to the Middle Ages young adults have become first apprentices and then journeymen in order to learn their profession from master craftsmen. In an effort to reach out and educate young farmers, MOFGA has instituted the Apprenticeship Program, which is a program where young aspiring farmers can learn the craft of farming first-hand … Continue reading
Sea otters are marine mammals that are part of the weasel family and well-known for their cute face, furry plush coat, and efficient hunting ability. Climate change may have harmed many species worldwide, but no species has fought back like the otter. These mammals are ultimate climate change reducers. Yes, that’s right. Sea otters reduce … Continue reading
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