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IMPACT ON ANIMAL LIFE - ACTIVITIES 77-89

77. Human Dimensions of Natural Resources - Oregon State University

http://www.orst.edu/groups/hdnr/

Useful resource related to human impact on Natural resources.

ACTIVITY: What are some of the professional societies one might join in if they are interested in preserving nature?

78. Panos Institute Site

http://www.oneworld.org/panos/

This site generates information for stimulating public debate on environmental and social developmental issues.

ACTIVITY: You are a newspaper reporter uncovering a story about ecotourism and green dollars. What are some of the questions you will be investigating?

79. IGC Habitats and Species

http://www.igc.org/igc/issues/habitats/

Comprehensive site devoted to the preservation of all life on earth including endangered species, biodiversity, and habitats.

ACTIVITY: Mining, like logging, offers employment opportunities. What arguments can you give for both sides, and how do you arrive at a compromise?

80. Nature Conservancy

http://www.tnc.org/

This site has outstanding photos displaying the beauty of the natural world.

Searchable index loaded with links. Users are encouraged to get involved in the conservation efforts; professional and volunteer opportunities are listed as well as the opportunity to adopt-a-bison.

ACTIVITY: If you were assigned to do a species report card using this site, what steps would you take to accomplish this task?

81. Earth Sanctuaries LTD

http://www.esl.com.au/

Australiaís leading conservation of endangered species. This site focused on conservation in action. Nice layout, contains a lot of useful information.

ACTIVITY: Examine the "problem" of this site and comment on the beauracratic issues raised in attempting to save Australiaís wildlife.

82. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/

Exhaustive site on Oregonís wildlife, from preservation to hunting.

ACTIVITY: This site has guidelines for hunting as well as information on wildlife preservation. After reviewing the site, what is your stance on this double-edged sword?

83. U.S. Depart of the Interior

http://www.doi.gov/

Easy to use site offering exhaustive pages on land management, fire, ecology, and the Great Basin. Other index topics range from American Rivers to Service and Museums. There are two comprehensive indexes; one is an index to topics, the other an index to bureaus and offices.

ACTIVITY: Name 5 items of interest that can be found in the DOI Museum.

84. Bureau of Land Management (BLM)

http://www.blm.gov/

Information about managing our natural resources in the United States. Includes press releases relating to recent news items like the Grand Staircase in Escalante. Also offers links to publications and statistical data.

ACTIVITY: List 5 points of interest in the region in which you live.

85. Manaaki Whenua Landscape Research

http://www.landcare.cri.nz/sal/sal.htm

Introduction to land care research and sustainable agriculture. Links to additional sites.

ACTIVITY: Visit 3 of the additional sites and comment on the topic of sustainable development. Is this a reality or environmentalist pipe dream?

86. TRANSACT ( Transportation Action Network)

http://www.transact.org/

Transportation, community, and environmental resources, information and contacts.

Site also contains data, publications and information relating to the idea that well-planned transportation can aid in the preservation of our environment while making are communities more livable.

ACTIVITY: After thoroughly investigating this site, contact your state representative about a transportation issue of your own.

87. Wolf River Conservancy

http://kesler.biology.rhodes.edu/wolf.html

This site is dedicated to the protection of Wolf River and its floodplains. Site contains photos, maps, and information on the protection of the Wolf River and its flood plains.

ACTIVITY: If you were to take a guided trip down the Wolf River, what 5 things would you enjoying seeing most?

88. LSA Associates, Inc.

http://www.lsa-assoc.com

Environmental and community planning site. Provides planning for transportation natural and cultural resources.

ACTIVITY: What must be taken into consideration when planning an environmentally stable community?

89. National Wildlife Foundation

http://www.nwf.org/international/

This site has loads of information and links to global issues about environmental concerns. Federation confronts worldwide threats to wildlife, wetlands, clean water, etc.

ACTIVITIES:

a. How many species go extinct as a result of deforestation every day?

b. What possible action can one person take to make a difference?

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