Climbing transcends sport, offering a way of life and community for those who share its calling. As its popularity surges, the core individuals who anchor its soul face greater responsibility.

Climbing transcends sport, offering a way of life and community for those who share its calling. As its popularity surges, the core individuals who anchor its soul face greater responsibility. This Patagonia Films production, "Stone Locals," directed by Mikey Schaefer and Cheyne Lempe, tells the stories of five such individuals preserving climbing's essence as it evolves.

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In the Scottish Highlands, "thrawn" describes a virtuous stubbornness—a struggle to make the most of what's available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna, raised on this ethos, has

In the Scottish Highlands, "thrawn" describes a virtuous stubbornness—a struggle to make the most of what's available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna, raised on this ethos, has dedicated her life to pushing her sport's boundaries and advocating for her community. Her story is featured in a film by Hannah Bailey.

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The Call of the Mountain: Arne Naess and the Deep Ecology Movement :

Director: Jan van Boeckel | Producer: Karin van der Molen/Pat van Boeckel

Genre: Documentary

The Call of the Mountain: Arne Naess and the Deep Ecology Movement :

Director: Jan van Boeckel | Producer: Karin van der Molen/Pat van Boeckel

Genre: Documentary | Produced In: 1997 | Story Teller's Country: Netherlands

Tags: Ecology, Environment, Global, Spiritual Awareness

Arne Dekke Eide Næss was a Norwegian philosopher who coined the term "deep ecology" and was an important intellectual and inspirational figure within the environmental movement of the late twentieth century. Næss cited Rachel Carson's 1962 book Silent Spring as being a key influence in his vision of deep ecology.(Foundation for Deep Ecology here).

Erica Gies is an independent journalist, National Geographic Explorer, and author of "Water Always Wins: Thriving in an age of drought and deluge." She covers water, climate, and wildlife for

Erica Gies is an independent journalist, National Geographic Explorer, and author of "Water Always Wins: Thriving in an age of drought and deluge." She covers water, climate, and wildlife for major publications like *Scientific American* and *The New York Times*. Her accolades include the Sierra Club’s Rachel Carson Award and the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation’s Excellence in Journalism Award.

This keynote was presented at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. Additional talks from the conference can be viewed at http://www.bioneers.org.

Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and

Amid rising anti-Asian violence, filmmaker and actor Bee Vang, known for *Gran Torino*, will discuss Hollywood's role in perpetuating anti-Asian ideas. A Hmong-American activist, journalist, and policy researcher, Vang has also appeared in "Modern Family" and "Comisery."

Vang will join co-hosts Michelle Meow and John Zipperer on "The Michelle Meow Show" at The Commonwealth Club on Thursday, April 22, at 12:00 PM PDT.

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Elise Dudley, a Senior Sustainability Major from Furman University, focuses on food justice. Her extensive experience includes farm work, addressing food insecurity, and studying sustainable food

Elise Dudley, a Senior Sustainability Major from Furman University, focuses on food justice. Her extensive experience includes farm work, addressing food insecurity, and studying sustainable food systems in Denmark. As a Rachel Carson Council fellow, she researches how backyard gardening can create resilient foodscapes.

Driven by curiosity, Elise aspires to contribute to a circular, equitable, and regenerative food future. Her TEDx talk will explore crisis gardening and a vision where local food production and home gardening reconnect people with food and benefit the planet.

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Published January 22, 2017, this video captures a Women Grow gathering from November 4, 2016. The panel discussion focused on cannabis and its importance to medical health

Published January 22, 2017, this video captures a Women Grow gathering from November 4, 2016. The panel discussion focused on cannabis and its importance to medical health professionals.

Hosted by Amy Peradotta, the panel included Professor "P", Rebecca White, R.N., and Dr. Rachel Knox. Barry Heidt of AllThingsCannabis.TV videotaped the event.

The California Field Team celebrated American Wetlands Month 2021 with a webinar featuring Rachel Zwillinger, Defenders' water policy advisor.

The discussion covered the ecological

The California Field Team celebrated American Wetlands Month 2021 with a webinar featuring Rachel Zwillinger, Defenders' water policy advisor.

The discussion covered the ecological importance of California wetlands, historical loss, and how policies protect species such as salmon, the endangered giant garter snake, waterfowl, shorebirds, and raptors that rely on these vital habitats.

George Crombie, President of the APWA and a Norwich University faculty member, delivered a speech at the 2011