I often think we undervalue the nature spots that are not wildernesses — the ones in and near cities and towns. Not only do these underappreciated places provide precious habitat for wildlife within the built environment, they also give humans respite from the hustle-bustle of modern life. Jamaica Bay in New York City is one [...]
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Wild Animals in Our Midst
What should communities do when deer habitat disappears and the animals spill out into yards, parks and streets? In the area where I grew up (Essex County, New Jersey), the community recently responded with deer hunts. The alternative — giving the deer contraception — was rejected due to cost. I was horrified. Not so long [...]
Favorite Nature Spots
About 14 months ago, I had the idea of sharing favorite nature spots among readers of This Green Life using Google Maps as the vehicle. This nature map has received some 300 odd contributions and is still going strong today. It includes recommendations of many amazing places I’d never even heard of. Finding them isn’t [...]
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Nature Map
Add your favorite nature spots to the collaborative This Green Life nature map:
1)Go to the map on Google.
2)SIGN IN to your Google or Gmail account. (You need an account to edit the map.)
3)Click the edit button in the panel to the left of the map.
4)DON'T CHANGE the map title or description! INSTEAD, click the balloon icon near the map zoom controls.
5)Move the balloon to your favorite spot and click.
6)Tell us why you love it—and link to a picture if possible.
7)Click OK.
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