Saturday, August 09, 2008 Not in my backyard... POST A COMMENT I live far away from the wildlife, near the middle of downtown -- but, I like the concept of A Backyard Wildlife Habitat...'it fits right into a community mindset. Giving back to the community, helping it grow, and supporting local businesses nearby, etc. etc. All fits into the right steps towards creating a smaller carbon footprint... I look outside my window, at the tall building, and see everyday how suburban practices has led to the vanishing wildlife population...'but, things can be done...'like helping bees; which play such a vital role in food production -- (transfering pollen to plants). I read today about the National Wildlife Federation (nwf.org/backyard) and their recent efforts; which certifies homeowners who provide friendly environments for small mammal, birds, butterflies and reptiles...'sorta smacks of doing the right the thing. "It costs $40 dollars total: $15 for the membership in NWF and $25 for the sign." Says Mary Ann Newcomer, who stepped up to plate: "I see it as a way to donate to the NWF and to let others know I care about making my garden wildlife friendly." Source: Examiner.com Labels: environment, green living, Healthy Foods, News Trends posted by Henry Cruz at 5:15 PM 0 Comments: Post a Comment << Home     ARCHIVES October 2005 . November 2005 . December 2005 . August 2007 . September 2007 . October 2007 . November 2007 . December 2007 . March 2008 . April 2008 . May 2008 . June 2008 . July 2008 . August 2008 . September 2008 .