June/July 1995
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In his forthcoming book, former International Joint Commission U.S. Section Chair Gordon K. Durnil writes about the perceived conflict of being a conservative member of the Republican party and, at the same time, an environmentalist.
"I am concerned that one of the largest barriers to achieving environmental protection is the artificial labeling of those who seek a clean environment as liberals and the labeling of conservatives as anti-environmentalists. It seems to me that the philosophical debate should take place on how we solve environmental problems, not on whether they should be solved," states Durnil, who was Indiana Republican State Chairman and a member of the Republican National Committee from 1981-1989.
Durnil tells how he became environmentally aware and describes how governments, industry, environmentalists, scientists, news media and other environmental players reacted to the discussion of persistent toxic substances during his 1989-1994 tenure on the Commission. He calls on fellow conservatives to be leaders in environmental protection.
"Preserving our natural resources should be a conservative tenet. Restoring degraded natural resources surely should be a conservative goal. But contemporary environmentalism is much broader; it has to do with the prevention of adverse health effects, not just preservation or restoration," according to Durnil.
The Making of a Conservative Environmentalist will be available by August 1995 in bookstores or from Indiana University Press at (800)842-6796.
Practical Steps to Implement an Ecosystem Approach in Great Lakes Management is a report based on a November 1994 workshop convened by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Environment Canada, in cooperation with the International Joint Commission and Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. It identifies practical and timely steps to implement an ecosystem approach by Great Lakes managers. The report synthesizes knowledge gained from practical application of ecosystem theory and identifies numerous opportunities to move forward with actions. The report can be obtained free of charge from the International Joint Commission's Washington, Ottawa or Great Lakes Regional Office .
Maritime Magazine is a new bilingual publication showcasing the maritime world with articles and photograhs from experts in the field. Its versatile format is intended for an increasingly global readership. For subscription information, contact Pierre Terrien, Maritime Magazine, 175, rue Saint-Paul, Quebec (Quebec) G1K 3W2. (418)692-3779; fax (418)692-5198.
La nouvelle revue bilingue Maritime Magazine offre à ses lecteurs une vitrine bien garnie sur l' univers maritime. Montée avec soin et meublée de textes et de photos d' experts dans le domaine, cette revue polyvalente s'est adaptée à un marché qui est devenu de plus en plus global. Pour des renseignements concernant l'abonnement contactez Pierre Terrien, Maritime Magazine, 175 rue Saint-Paul, Québec (Québec) G1K 3W2. (418)692-3779; télécopieur (418)692-5198.
The Izaak Walton League of America's Save Our Streams Program has published A Citizens' Streambank Restoration Handbook. This 111-page book informs citizens about stream ecology, assessing watershed pollution problems, enlisting technical assistance and designing a stream restoration project.
To order the handbook, send a check for $15 (US) payable to the Izaak Walton League of America, 707 Conservation Lane, Gaithersburg, MD 20878-2983 or call (800)BUG-IWLA for more information.
The Water Sourcebook, a comprehensive 528-page water quality activity manual, provides science teachers with a hands-on guide to teaching grades three-to-five students about water, wetlands and coastal waters. The guide may be ordered for $21.95 (US) from the Water Environment Federation, 601 Wythe Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-1994. Telephone (800)666-0206 or (703)684-2400; fax (703)684-2492. Discount rates are available.
Superior Vision, a newsletter published by the Lake Superior Alliance, provides updates on activities, events and developments regarding wetland protection, mining and other water quality issues. For information about deadlines and subscriptions contact John Manty, PO Box 538, Dollar Bay, MI 49922. (906)482-9518; fax (906)482-6209.
White Water, an old-time family string band based in the Upper Peninsula town of Amasa, Michigan, plays traditional Great Lakes folk tunes for general audiences. Recordings entitled "Fire in the Jack Pine," "Echoes of the Northwoods" and "Log Driver's Waltz" are available on cassette for $10 and compact disc $15 (US).
For information contact Dean and Bette Premo, Ecological Consulting and Environmental Laboratory Services, 429 River Lane, PO Box 27, Amasa, MI 49903. (906)822-7889; fax (906)822-7977.
What is happening to our trees? Why do we need trees? Through clowning, acting and song the world of trees is explored. An educational and entertaining Trees Please theatre show for grades three to six is available $250 (CDN) by contacting Alice Brownlee, 778 Palmerston Avenue, Toronto, ON M6G 2R5. (416)538-1085.
The second edition of the Canadian Environmental Education Catalogue (CEEC2) describes over 1,800 French and English items useful for teaching or learning about the environment. To receive a copy of the catalogue send $55 (CDN) to The Pembina Institute, PO Box 7558, Drayton, AB T7A 1S7. For more information contact B. Michelle Brown or Lisa Marr-Laing by email piad@web.apc.org ; telephone (800)884-3515; fax (403)542-6464.
The Second Biennial Edition of the Nuclear Hazard Report on Waste, Contamination and Safety at Ontario's Nuclear Facilities is available for $15 (CDN) and a single copy of the Nuclear Hazards in Ontario booklet is free. Contact Irene Kock, Durham Nuclear and Nuclear Awareness Project, PO Box 2331, Oshawa, ON L1H 7V6. Email web@nucaware ; telephone and fax (905)725-1565.
The Great Lakes, a 57-minute video about the geology, history and ecology of the largest chain of freshwater lakes in the world, is suited for classes in earth science, geography and social studies. Part one recreates the story of how the Great Lakes were formed in the last ice age, part two traces the adventures of the early pioneers and part three assesses the current and future ecological condition of the Great Lakes. This video (#950) is available for $129 (US) through Hawkhill Associates, Inc., 125 East Gilman Street, Madison, WI 53703. (800)422-4295; fax (608)251-3924.
Where's the Air? is an educational poster and activity guide about air quality that was recently developed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Bureau of Information and Education and Bureau of Air Management. The poster depicts human activities and natural processes that affect the quality of our air. Activities suitable for science, social studies, math, health, art, language arts and environmental studies classes in grades K-12 are included in the activities guide. The poster (publication AM994) and activity guide may be requested from Department of Natural Resources, 2421 Darwin Road, Madison, WI 53704.
A report prepared by the Nature Conservancy for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes National Program Office identifies nonpoint source pollution from agricultural activities as a major stress on the lakes' biodiversity. The report, The Conservation of Biodiversity in the Great Lakes Ecosystem: Issues and Opportunities, describes the use of state and provincial historical data to analyze biodiversity, identifies and evaluates stresses and recommends strategic protection activities.
To obtain a free copy contact the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Great Lakes National Program Office (G-9J), 77 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60604 or contact Romy Myszka at (312)353-8034; fax (312)353-2018.
The Chemical Manufacturers Association has developed a training program to educate medical professionals about hazardous chemicals. The six-part program, Medical Response to Chemical Emergencies, is designed to give emergency medical personnel a better understanding of overall response to incidents involving hazardous chemicals. The package is available for $120 (US) to members, $180 to nonmembers or may be obtained on loan. To order send a check to Publications Fulfillment, Chemical Manufacturers Association, 2501 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20037.
The University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute has published the Great Lakes Glossary as a guide to organizations that manage the Great Lakes, agreements they work under and terminology related to managing, protecting and rehabilitating the lakes.
The glossary is available online via World Wide Web at www.seagrant.wisc.edu/communications/publications/GLglossary/glossary.html. Single printed copies are available at no charge from University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Communications, 1800 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53705-4094. For prices on bulk orders contact Linda Campbell via email lecampbe@seagrant.wisc.edu ; telephone (608)263-3259; fax (608)263-2063.
Revised: March 20, 1997
Maintained by Kevin McGunagle,
mcgunaglek@ijc.wincom.net