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Environmental Federation of New England
E-mail Newsletter
The latest news and events from New England’s
top environmental organizations.

VOLUME 1, Issue 8
http://www.GreenForNewEngland.org

AUGUST 23, 2000
In this issue:
    1 - Plants in Peril
    2 - Have You Nominated Your Favorite Recycler Today?
    3 - Still Looking For A Career?
    4 - Be A Star
    5 - Festival of Fun
    6 - Get Mad

1 - Plants in Peril
On a walk through the woods, have you ever come across a plant or flower that you have never seen before?  So colorful or unique that you are tempted to pick just one for your own keepsake?  Well, before you do, you had better consult the Southern New England Forest Consortium's new field guide, entitled, "Threatened and Endangered Forest Plant Species in Southern New England."  Learn all about these CT, MA, and RI plants through fact sheets describing what they look like, their range, and management advice.  Private landowners will benefit from this guide as they learn about the importance of such endangered and threatened species and assistance for protecting them on private land.  The guide can be purchased for $6 by calling SNEFCI at (401) 568-1610.

2 - Have You Nominated Your Favorite Recycler Today?
Every week you dutifully put out your items for recycling, careful not to forget the many accumulated piles of paper, plastic containers, and aluminum cans.  Well, it is time to finally recognize the people who turn that waste into something useful once again.   The Northeast Resource Recovery Association is taking nominations for its 2000 Recycling Awards, which honor people who have made outstanding contributions to waste reduction and recycling efforts in the past year.  If you know an individual, employee, elected official, or municipal program that deserves recognition for recycling efforts, be sure to nominate them by September 8, 2000.  For nomination info, contact NRRA at (603) 224-6996 or visit www.nrra.homestead.com.

3 - Still Looking For A Career?
It is never too late to start that "dream" job.  Especially if you are looking to get into the environmental field.  If so, you will not want to miss the 17th Annual National Environmental Careers Conference on October 27 and 28, 2000, in Atlanta, GA.  The conference, sponsored by the Environmental Careers Organization, is the premier event for aspiring environmentalists to learn about environmental opportunities and make informed decisions about their career.  Not only will participants take part in a variety of career panels, lectures, workshops, and networking opportunities, but they can also attend a career fair on the 28th.  This conference is a must for students and recent graduates who want a career in the environmental field, as well as college career advisors and professors.  Register by September 17 and receive the special "early bird" rate for the conference.  For more information, contact ECO at (617) 422-0021, necc@eco.org, or visit www.eco.org.

4 - Be A Star
One bit of advice we have all heard at some time or another is that we should, "Reach for the stars!"  If you are an educator, here is your chance.   The New England Aquarium is holding its "Sea Stars" Open House for teachers and their families on Sunday, October 1, 2000, from 1:00-4:00 PM in the Exploration Center.  The open house features presentations by Star Teachers, door prizes (fish tanks, supplies, more), how to get free Aquarium admission for your class, and how to access free resources for use in your classroom science activities.  For more information about Sea Stars, an educational project of the Aquarium's Teacher Resource Center, contact the Aquarium at (617) 973-6590 or visit www.neaq.org.

5 - Festival of Fun
Have you been having enough fun this summer?  End it on a high note at the Eighth Annual Neighborhood Cultural Festival, sponsored by the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative.  The Festival is taking place on Saturday, September 9, from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM at Mary Hannon Park in Roxbury, MA.  Bring the kids for an early morning parade or to have their faces painted.  There is also a gardener's harvest competition to showcase knowledge and respect for the earth, plus walk through "Our World Village" and discover the many cultures that make up this diverse area.   For more info contact DSNI at (617) 442-9670 or visit www.dsni.org.

6 - Get Mad
Or, at least get a good view of it.  The Mad River Valley, that is.  Thanks to a recent acquisition of conservation easements on 139.5 acres in Waitsfield, VT, the Vermont Land Trust will be able to preserve the scenic views of this area.  Under its previous ownership, the land was in danger of becoming three housing lots.  The conservation easement will protect the land, which includes five acres of wetlands and is a popular deer wintering area, as a wildlife habitat and managed woodland.  For more information, contact VLT at (802) 223-5234 or visit www.vlt.org

It Is Easy Being Green
Does your employer sponsor a United Way campaign?  If so, ask whether they would be willing to let employees give to environmental groups as well.  The Environmental Federation of New England conducts workplace giving campaigns at many area companies.   Send us an e-mail (info@GreenForNewEngland.org) if you'd like more information.

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