Happy Groundhog Day, everyone!
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning, which means we can expect 6 more weeks of winter. While most of the country may be lamenting this prediction, much of the western US is wondering if winter has even shown up at all!
Think you know everything about The Lands Council? From our education programs to the number of trees we've planted, our work is filled with amazing milestones! Now, you can put your knowledge to the test with our exciting trivia game: By the Numbers, created by our very own Justyce. Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to our mission, this game offers a fun way to celebrate our achievements and learn more about our impact in the Inland Northwest.
The Washington State Leadership Board (WSLB), a non-profit that specializes in delivering equitable leadership development programs for the State of Washington, invites you to join them on April 30th for their first-ever Speaker Series -- where you can join celebrated leaders to talk politics, social justice, economics, and more!
By Joelle Robinson, Climate Solutions
The Washington Legislature might pass into law a firm cap on global warming pollution across the entire state. Only one other state has done it, and few others are trying right now.
Students at North Central High School's Institute of Science and Technology are working with PhD-level resources to solve a longstanding environmental issue in their own backyard. Hanna Faught and Meilin Scott are partnering with The Lands Council to determine whether bioremediation could help remove Polychlorinated biphenyls - or PCBs - from the Spokane River.
Most environmental concerns are huge, earth-sized, out of this world problems. Climate change and environmental racism are just two issues that are important and urgent, but they are also insanely giant and complicated. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and feel defeated when you are just one person. Is there anything I can do? Like actually do?
On Saturday, April 17th, we hosted a Free Tree Giveaway at On Track Academy and The Community School with our partners The City of Spokane Urban Forestry, Avista Utilities, Bartlett Tree Experts, On Track Academy, and the Urban Forest Tree Committee.
