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Timmmberrr!
Solemn Day for Campus Natural History
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 Recently, our campus had to say farewell to a stunningly large oak tree that has been on campus for centuries.
Arborists from our campus and Bauermeister Tree Service examined the oak tree adjacent to the Rhinehart Music Center that recently lost a large limb. In addition to the limb, there were signs of decay in other areas of the tree. Unfortunately, the recommendation from the arborists was to remove the tree in order to ensure the safety of people who may be under it in the future.
The tree removal took several days and it will now be reused in various ways around the campus community.
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Don't be a Turkey, Gobble Up These Tips
A segment written by members of the Green Action Club!
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The holiday season is nearly upon us! In a year that has taken a lot out of all of us, it can be tough to think about making sustainable choices during days of rest and celebration. To help ease the burden, we've come up with a list of action items.
1. Plan to feed your family, not the landfill this Thanksgiving. According to the US Department of Agriculture, 30-40% of the food supply in the US becomes food waste. We can all play a part in diverting that waste by purchasing only as much food as is needed and planning leftover meals ahead that will actually be eaten. You can also ease the impact of eyes that are bigger than the stomach by researching local shelters and food banks and sharing your feast.
 2. Drop plasticware from the table and take the time to wash the dishes. It may be the last thing you want to do at the end of the day, but committing to reducing your plastic waste at the holidays really can make a difference. And while we all want to believe sometimes that recycling is just as good, we know that the best thing we can do is skip the plastic altogether.
3. If you are taking advantage of Black Friday sales this year, remember to vote with your dollar. We as consumers impact the decisions companies make by the things we purchase. Research the companies you are buying from to learn how they hold up on the environment, and all of the issues you care about. And don't forget to ask yourself if what you're buying is a need or want.
4. Last but not least, before you put up any more decorations, start the holiday shopping, or make any plans for the season, go out and vote!!! Your voice matters.
Wishing you all a happy fall and Thanksgiving holiday! ~Green Action Club
To learn more about the Green Action Club, find them on Facebook at 'Green Action Club' and on Instagram @gacpfw. If you are interested in joining, as a student or non-student member, email an officer at greenactionclub@pfw.edu
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Watershed Groups of the Three Rivers
Local Groups Promoting Clean Rivers
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Last month many countries celebrated World Rivers Day to promote awareness of the need to better care for our water resources. The Three-Rivers area near Fort Wayne is fortunate to have five, nonprofit organizations that are dedicated to that mission. These groups function mostly by the efforts of volunteers who engage stakeholders, government agents, educators, scientists, and lawmakers to work for shared goals that improve our rivers. If you are interested in joining and/or supporting these organizations, follow the links to their website for contact information.
St. Joseph River Watershed Initiative
The Initiative is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that formed in 1996. Citizens concerned about atrazine in drinking water organized a partnership with various agencies within the St. Joseph River's three-state watershed. The Initiative exists to protect, restore, and enjoy the St. Joseph River and its watershed, which stretches across 694,400 acres through six counties in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan. Since its inception, the Initiative has met its goals and is emulated by other watershed projects throughout the country
Maumee Watershed Alliance
The Maumee Watershed Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization utilizing a non-regulatory approach to develop innovative solutions to improve water quality. The MWA works as a regional leader in establishing collaborative, working partnerships to protect and improve the quality of water and health of the watersheds throughout our geographic scope. MWA Board of Directors serve at-will. By promoting dialogue among all stakeholders, the MWA creates opportunities for diverse, and at times, competing interests to work together to better protect our natural water resources.
Save Maumee
Save Maumee Grassroots Organization Inc. has been a registered 501(C)(3) charitable, nonprofit since 2013. The organization’s purpose is to preserve, protect and improve the ecosystems of the Upper Maumee River & Maumee Watershed by increasing public awareness through advocacy, collaboration, education, and hands-on projects. Save Maumee has been dedicated to raising awareness and facilitating ecosystem restoration projects to improve our waterways and those downstream. We are a volunteer organization, relying on memberships and local community support to get the work done!
Upper Maumee Watershed Partnership
The mission of the Partnership is to protect and restore the Upper Maumee River Watershed through public education and participation via planning and implementation of best management practices with the goal of improving local and regional water quality, increasing habitat quality, promoting sustainable land use practices and providing recreational opportunities that improve the ecological health of the region. The Upper Maumee Watershed Partnership is a locally-led group of concerned citizens and organizations. Our current focus is to implement a watershed management plan and best management practices. We also hold events and public outreach programs to promote awareness of water quality.
Friends of Cedar Creek
Friends of Cedar Creek (formerly The Cedar Creek Wildlife Project) was created in 1965 to protect the stream in its natural state. Our members consist of mainly property owners in the Cedar Creek watershed. Friends of Cedar Creek has participated directly in creating public policy to fulfill our preservation mission, to ensure the highest water quality for Cedar Creek and to protect and preserve its watershed including geologic features, native plants and animals.
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