Guest blog – Newts and Housing by Barry Kemp – Mark Avery
I am recently retired but have spent the last 20 years working as an ecologist, primarily in the conservation of our native reptile and amphibian species. During this time I had to deal with many housing developers and the message I and other ecologists were always trying to get across was that our biodiversity was […]
Local Groups Sue Trump Administration to Protect White Sturgeon
This story was originally published in Oaklandside ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://oaklandside.org/2025/02/13/local-groups-sue-trump-white-sturgeon-endangered-species-act/), an independent, nonprofit news site. The white sturgeon of the San Francisco Estuary resembles something out of a Jurassic Park film. The prehistoric fish, the largest freshwater fish in California, looks like a steel-colored mix between a dinosaur and a catfish. Historical records show that they can grow up to […]
Two conversations about nature and creativity
Featuring two theistic naturalists (panentheists), Robert S. Corrington (Drew University) and Robert Cummings Neville (Boston University). These are two towering figures in the history of American philosophy of religion, philosophical naturalism, and philosophical theology. The conversations in these two videos span discussion of the meaning of nature, theism versus pantheism versus panentheism, creation and creativity, […]
How to Find Your People: Join a Bay Area Affinity Group
Black Surf Santa Cruz members enjoy catching waves together. (Courtesy of Kaili Reynolds, Instagram @kaili_reynolds ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/http://instagram.com/kaili_reynolds)) As three women of color working for decades in the Bay Area in a field that hasn’t historically reflected much diversity, it was surprising that our paths didn’t cross until 2019. We found each other after Ariana published an […]
Listen to a fun conversation with Sara Bellis of GOGA • John Muir Laws
Join me and Sara Bellis of the Get Out Get Arty (GOGA) podcast. We had a lively discussion about being small, beauty, learning, attention, growth, curiosity, play, community and so much more. Please share if you like it! Facebook ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=facebook) X ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=x) LinkedIn ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=linkedin) Reddit ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=reddit) Pinterest ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=pinterest) More Tumblr ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=tumblr) Pocket ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/?share=pocket) Print ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://johnmuirlaws.com/listen-to-a-fun-conversation-with-sara-bellis-of-goga/#print) […]
After Nature: Object Naturalism, Subject Naturalism, Process Naturalism and Beyond
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Sunday book review – The Farming for Nature Handbook – Mark Avery
This book is published in Ireland but it looks to me that there is much of value and interest in it to many farmers in the UK. This impression is reinforced by favourable comments from some Brits including the suggestion from Martin Lines, CEO of Nature Friendly Farming UK, that all farmers should have this […]
Are Tide Pools Dangerous? – The Tide Is Out
Are Tide Pools Dangerous? February 9, 2025 It’s natural to wonder about safety before visiting the tide pools. The ocean is a dangerous place, and the shore can be unfriendly to those who aren’t prepared. However, you’ll be glad to know that most people can safely explore the intertidal zone in most places along the coast. […]
14+ French Courtyard Garden Ideas
French courtyard gardens combine charm and simplicity, creating a cosy outdoor space filled with character. Think quaint pathways, lush greenery, and delightful seating areas that invite you to relax and enjoy the sunshine. Here are some inspiring ideas to help you create your own little slice of French paradise! Affiliate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, […]
A Battery Fire Deposits Heavy Metals into Elkhorn Slough
Ivano Aiello trudged through marshy banks of Elkhorn Slough in Monterey on January 21st to collect samples from the soil’s surface and subsurface, 3 to 5mm deep, as he’s done for over a decade. This time, charred plastic debris littered the ground. Chunks of concrete lay scattered in pieces among mats of pickleweed. Five days […]