Run, Steve, Run!
Wetlands Institute volunteer, Steve Ahern, runs the New York City marathon for a second time, in an effort to raise over $2,000 for the Wetlands Institute. Read more to learn how you can support his efforts.
Birds and Especially Their Amazing Feathers
Thor Hanson’s new book explores the natural and cultural history of feathers. Click this article to listen to the MP3.
An Economist for Nature Calculates the Need for More Protection
Gretchen Daily, a Stanford University biology professor, is a pioneer in the growing worldwide effort to protect the environment by quantifying the value of “Natural capital”—nature’s goods and services that are fundamental for human life—and factoring these benefits into the calculations of businesses and governments.
Taming Fickle Beach Plums
Beach plums ripen at Dave Van Vorst’s farm, who heads a group that researches, cultivates,and promotes the unpredictable fruit. “It’s almost like taking a weed and turning it into a viable crop.”
Diamondback Terrapin Report
As the 2011 Terrapin Nesting Season comes to an end, the Wetlands Institute research department has some positive numbers to share.
Ospreys in New Jersey Increase with Help of Volunteers
Osprey banding begins in Southern New Jersey and the State of New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife reports a significant rebound in the population.