Deforestation in the Amazon is threatening the existence of nearly 100 bird species, The Guardian reports. The findings are the conclusions of BirdLife International, a global bird conservation organization. The story reports that duck populations are disappearing in northern Europe and vulture … Continue reading
On Isle Royale in Lake Superior the wolf population is in decline. Experts say their numbers have dropped from 30 wolves to nine over the last six years The reasons cited in a story today on Michigan Radio’s Environment Report , include … Continue reading
By Howard Meyerson | The Grand Rapids Press June might seem a strange time to talk about snowmobiles, but not for Tom D’Ambrosio. Summer is prime riding time. D’Ambrosio is an avid hand cyclist who enjoys the northern end of … Continue reading
My backyard is sometimes home to an amazing number of birds which come for the sunflower seeds, nyger, and suet. There are chickadees, nuthatches, mourning doves and woodpeckers. I’d have to say the woodpeckers are my favorite. I am always … Continue reading
U.S history is rife with stories about robber barons of one sort or another – lumber barons, auto magnates, oil tycoons – you name it. Those stories, popular as they are, often portray those barons of commerce as greedy, self-serving … Continue reading
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There is little to beat a nice weekend with friends all messin’ round in boats. These images are from the 23rd annual Sea Kayak Symposium hosted by the West Michigan Coastal Kayaker’s Association over Memorial Day weekend. The festivities took … Continue reading
By Howard Meyerson NEWAYGO, MI — Any differences were set aside when they stepped off the bus; those of the men who had gone to war and come back sullied; and those of the open-faced anglers who greeted them, hoping … Continue reading
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