Mending the Earth by Ney Tait Fraser
May 26, 2016 — JoyNow available from Milwaukee’s Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, friend Ney’s book about natural landscaping’s heroes from southeastern Wisconsin. Contact SANC for ordering information or pick up your copy in person.
TV’s Steve Hartman’s native plant landscape, weeding addiction, and observations by Neil Diboll
August 19, 2015 — Joy
Chicagoan Kathy Cummings fined $600 for milkweed
August 11, 2015 — Joy
Published on May 28, 2015 | Native plant advocate, Kathy Cummings, describes why she got a $600 fine for what she grows in her organic garden. Get informed about the Chicago “Weed” ordinance, http://bit.ly/notweeds
Midwest city prides itself on wildflower landscape
August 11, 2015 — Joy… and by “midwest” we mean an Australian midwestern territory, however … any U.S. Midwestern area could do the same. There’s nothing said in this video that couldn’t be said of America’s native flower landscape we only took pride in it and fostered its restoration.
Central Texas Gardener host: “Everybody thinks of native plants as smart choices now”
October 8, 2014 — JoyPublished on Oct 7, 2014
Why is it so important to plant native plants? Cathy Downs from the Native Plant Society of Texas illustrates how to save water, beautify our vision, and feed our valuable wildlife all year long. Host: Tom Spencer.
Army Corps of Engineers message explains intent of Oregon controlled burn
October 6, 2014 — JoyPublished on Oct 3, 2014
Part-time job available at Palmyra Environmental Learning Center
August 30, 2014 — JoyI’m spreading the word on behalf of “Prairie Bob” Ahrenhoerster that the Milwaukee Public School System’s Palmyra Environmental Learning Center is looking for part-time help and paying $12/hour.
No particular experience or education is required. Enthusiasm for the environment, a friendly attitude toward children, and a willingness to learn are key.
Hours are variable and not extensive. This is a perfect opportunity for a retired individual looking to get some physical activity, learn new things, and make the world a better place.
To learn more about the center, visit http://www.milwaukeerecreation.net/palmyra/
For more information about the job, contact Nicole at (414) 647-6043.
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Introduction to native plants video highlights some attractive and beneficial plants
July 15, 2014 — JoyPublished on July 10, 2014
Experimenting to farm a profit from prairie restoration
July 7, 2014 — JoyPublished on Jul 3, 2014 | In the United States, we have lost most of the tallgrass prairie. Learn more about how we are making positive changes and reestablishing biodiversity. The project has been successful and continues to make great strides in a healthier ecosystem, while providing nutritious grass-raised beef.
“They thought I was getting weeds,” but look at this native plant yard now
July 3, 2014 — JoyPublished on Jun 20, 2013 | Get Wild, Go Native! Native gardening is good for our air, our water and us. Join our “Go Native” group to learn about all of the ways you can “Get Wild” in your life! Sign up at nature.org/GoNative to receive monthly “Plant This, Not That” gardening tips and updates on new featured gardens from across the Midwest.
