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Go Green. It is certainly the IN thing isn’t it? If you have tried it, you will probably also know it can prove to be a bit expensive. Solar panels don’t come cheap. Neither do those hybrids. But have you ever considered antiques as a way of green living? Think about … Continue Reading Go Green Go Antiquing
Farmland Protection in West Virginia
A Ten Year Snapshot: 11,457 acres voluntarily protected During the summer of 1999, a group of everyday citizens, farmers and open space advocates from the Eastern Panhandle united behind the need to develop a farmland protection program in West Virginia. They organized under the name Eastern Panhandle People’s Empowerment Coalition (“EPPEC”) … Continue Reading Farmland Protection in West Virginia
Electronics Recycling Saturday June 26th
Have you purchased a new phone, computer or television lately? Are you unsure what to do with the old one? The Berkeley County Solid Waste Authority (BCSWA) is reminding residents that the 1st electronics recycling event for 2010 has been set for Saturday, June 26, 2010. This event will be conducted … Continue Reading Electronics Recycling Saturday June 26th
‘Fresh Feast on the Farm’ Dinner to promote the local food movement in Jefferson Co.
Reservations are now being taken for a July 17 “Fresh Feast on the Farm” dinner at Bill White Grantham’s Meadow Green/Aqua Green Farm near Middleway in southern Jefferson County WV. The Fresh Feast on the Farm program was launched by Jane Tabb of Kearneysville in 2008, with the help of funds … Continue Reading ‘Fresh Feast on the Farm’ Dinner to promote the local food movement in Jefferson Co.
Pick Up the Panhandle
If you are out and about Saturday May 1st, you may see a number of individuals cleaning up our streets. Thank them. This is not a community drug bust; it is a ‘green’ event organized by Berkeley Community Pride (BCP), a local non-profit organization. Established in 2006, BCP’s primary goal is … Continue Reading Pick Up the Panhandle
Free Earth Day Film: Crude: The Real Price of Oil
Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies (213 N. King St., Shepherd University) 4 PM and 7 PM screenings Refreshments and discussion 18 Billion Gallons of Toxic Oil and Waste 30,000 Affected Indigenous Ecuadorians 1 Class Action Suit of the Century Gripping and riveting, award-winning Crude: The Real Price of Oil … Continue Reading Free Earth Day Film: Crude: The Real Price of Oil
Shepherd receives water quality grant
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd faculty Dr. Peter Vila, assistant professor of environmental studies at Shepherd University, and Dr. Dan DiLella, professor and chair of the Department of Chemistry, recently received a grant in the amount of $38,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. The … Continue Reading Shepherd receives water quality grant
Shepherd engineering students build solar powered golf cart
SHEPHERDSTOWN,WV—Shepherd’s engineering program recently unveiled its biggest project to date — a solar powered golf cart — at the March 6 admissions department Open House. The idea for the project came out of a brainstorming session at the beginning of the fall 2009 semester in the department’s engineering 101 course for … Continue Reading Shepherd engineering students build solar powered golf cart
Volunteers Needed to Help Clean Up Antietam; Park Day Scheduled for Saturday, April 10, 2010
SHARPSBURG, MD – Every spring, the Civil War Preservation Trust sponsors “Park Day,” a day when history buffs and preservationists off all ages join forces to clean and restore Civil War related-battlefields, cemeteries, and shrines nationwide. The 14th annual Park Day is planned for Saturday, April 10, 2010, with a raindate … Continue Reading Volunteers Needed to Help Clean Up Antietam; Park Day Scheduled for Saturday, April 10, 2010
Fisheries Biologist Phil Pister will present “Ethics and the Environmental Field Biologist”
Shepherdstown, WV - On Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 7:00 pm, Fisheries Biologist Phil Pister will present “Ethics and the Environmental Field Biologist“ in the Byrd Auditorium at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) in Shepherdstown, WV. Phil Pister retired in February 1990 following 38 years as a fishery biologist with … Continue Reading Fisheries Biologist Phil Pister will present “Ethics and the Environmental Field Biologist”
Shepherd club sponsors presentation by organic gardener February 21
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV—Shepherd University’s Sustainable Agriculture Club will be sponsoring a presentation by Shepherd Ogden, renowned organic gardener and founder of the Princess Street Demonstration Garden, at an inaugural meeting of the Shepherdstown Community Garden Club on February 21 from 3 to 5 p.m in the Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church at 100 West … Continue Reading Shepherd club sponsors presentation by organic gardener February 21
Ned Tillman will present “The Chesapeake Watershed: A Sense of Place and a Call to Action“
Shepherdstown, WV - On Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 7:00 pm, author Ned Tillman will present “The Chesapeake Watershed: A Sense of Place and a Call to Action“ in the Byrd Auditorium at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) in Shepherdstown, WV. This talk is co-sponsored by the Potomac Valley Audubon … Continue Reading Ned Tillman will present “The Chesapeake Watershed: A Sense of Place and a Call to Action“
“Global Climate Change and Wildlife“ talk at the National Conservation Training Center
Shepherdstown, WV - On Monday, February 8, 2010 at 7:30 pm, scientist Virginia Burkett will present “Global Climate Change and Wildlife“ in the Byrd Auditorium at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) in Shepherdstown, WV. Virginia Burkett is the Chief Scientist for Global Change Research at the U.S. Geological Survey. She … Continue Reading “Global Climate Change and Wildlife“ talk at the National Conservation Training Center
Knob Hall Winery Receives USDA Grant for Geothermal Energy
Clear Spring, MD – The Knob Hall Winery in Clear Spring, Maryland is Washington County’s only winery. The company recently was awarded a significant grant from the United States Department of Agriculture for a geothermal project. Owner Richard Seibert said, “We were very glad to receive official notification that we won … Continue Reading Knob Hall Winery Receives USDA Grant for Geothermal Energy
You Can Have an American Made Holiday!
With the disappearance of manufacturing jobs in this country, we at Good Natured have decided to focus on products that are made in the US. We’re proud to add some wonderful clothing from Earth Creations. You’ll love their long sleeved printed T-shirts and skirts made from hemp. Another special purchase comes … Continue Reading You Can Have an American Made Holiday!
“A Man For The Season”
In the Bible account of creation we read these words…. Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every … Continue Reading “A Man For The Season”
“Recognizing The Need To Go Green”
In listening to the ongoing debate on global warming and recognizing the capricious nature of the energy industry and oil producing nations, I realize (and I’m certain that I’m really late to the dance), that we need to utilize our skills and resources to find cleaner and more effective ways to … Continue Reading “Recognizing The Need To Go Green”
Mountain View Solar House To Be Unveiled
Mountain View Builders, Morgan County, WV’s green builder, will unveil the Mountain View Solar House at an open house event from 11am to 4pm on July 12, 2008 in Berkeley Springs, WV. The event is free and open to the public and will be held rain or shine. Tour the Solar … Continue Reading Mountain View Solar House To Be Unveiled
“Earth Days” event at the Arts Centre
Want to live greener? Come to The Arts Centre on April 19 & 20 for classes, films, demonstrations, and more! Two days of classes will focus on using recycled and natural materials. Papermaking, basketry, and mini rag rugs are a few of the offerings. Information from non-profit organizations, including Trinity United … Continue Reading “Earth Days” event at the Arts Centre
