Wildlife crossings are becoming more widely recognized for reducing wildlife-vehicle conflicts, habitat connectivity, and contributing toward driver safety. Even more notable is their role in supporting biodiversity during times of climate change. A recent paper on the impact of wildlife crossings for climate adaptation highlights how strategically designed wildlife crossings can help wildlife adapt to… Read more
Cruise ships are often seen as luxurious floating resorts, offering a wide range of entertainment, including casinos. While these onboard casinos provide leisure and excitement to passengers, they also contribute to significant environmental issues. Josh Stanfield, Executive Director of Activate Virginia and a recent graduate of our Clean Water Advocates Program, joins our podcast to… Read more
Wild Virginia recently hosted Paul Angermeier, an expert in his field, for a webinar on climate change and impacts on freshwater systems. This lively discussion revolved around Paul Angermeier’s research on ecology and conservation of stream fishes, ecosystem services provided by watersheds, and the use of biotic communities to assess aquatic ecosystem health. With decades of experience… Read more
Are highway widening projects really infrastructure improvements? State transportation agencies would want you to believe the answer is yes, but a closer look at the effects of road widenings and how these agencies defend them point to a different answer. The Freeway Fighters Network is an advocacy group committed to transportation infrastructure that focuses of the improvement… Read more
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are in search of the perfect gifts for our loved ones. However, with growing awareness of environmental issues, more people are considering the impact of their gift-giving choices. This year, why not embrace sustainability and give gifts that are thoughtful, meaningful, and kind to our planet? Here’s… Read more
Happy International Volunteer Day! December 5th is a day to celebrate the contributions of volunteers all over the world since 1985, when the UN designated this day to appreciate the impact of volunteerism in advancing peace and development. This day also highlights the transformative power of volunteering in addressing global challenges such climate change. The… Read more
Aquatic crossings, like culverts, play a crucial role in maintaining ecological connectivity and facilitating wildlife movement across landscapes fragmented by human infrastructure. Designing these crossings to be wildlife-friendly can significantly enhance biodiversity and support ecosystem health. Below are key considerations and strategies for creating effective aquatic crossings. What is the guidance for creating aquatic crossings?… Read more
The National Day of Mourning is an annual event observed in the United States on Thanksgiving Day. It serves as a time for reflection and remembrance of the historical and ongoing injustices faced by Native American communities. The National Day of Mourning is significant because it challenges the dominant narrative of Thanksgiving and highlights the… Read more
Buy Nothing Day started in 1992 by the Canadian artist Ted Dave as a protest consumerism that often overtook the holiday season. The day was placed after Black Friday, which is considered the busiest shopping day of the year, to highlight how consumerism has taken over the holidays. Since the start of Buy Nothing Day,… Read more
November 17th is National Take a Hike Day, or more commonly known as National Hiking Day, and Virginia is one of the best places to celebrate it! With over 160 miles of trails dedicated to hiking in the Virginia State Park system, there are plenty of opportunities to go for a hike with various levels… Read more