After another year of devastating climate-driven wildfire, drought, and an unprecedented heat wave that killed over 100 people across our state, it is critical that Washington continues to act to reduce carbon emissions and protect our communities from the worst impacts of the climate crisis through smart energy policies.
By Adam Gebauer
At 16.7 million acres, the Tongass National Forest of Southeast Alaska is the largest forest within the National Forest system. The Tongass is also the largest intact coastal rainforest supporting over 400 animal species - including habitat for the largest concentration of black bear as well as unique population of salmon-eating wolves. The streams and coastal region of the Tongass support a thriving population of 5 salmon species that are the backbone of the region’s economy.
By Adam Gebauer
Even though it is winter, there is a lot happening in and around our public lands. There is a lot of excitement among public land managers around two recent pieces of legislation and the much-needed funds that will be allocated: The Great American Outdoors act – signed into law by President Trump; and the Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act – recently signed by President Biden.
By Adam Gebauer
Through a Washington State Commerce Department grant, The Lands Council is engaged in a pilot project to create and use biochar to reduce forest fuels. Eastern and Central Washington have 2.7 million acres of land that are in need of restoration to reduce the chance of large catastrophic fires.
By Lindsay Box
One of the hardest parts of living through a global pandemic is the missed connections with members of your community. Back in the day, you would volunteer or attend an event and meet a new friend, a neighbor. You would realize how much you have in common, you might know similar people, and you could earn something new. The ability to create organic conversations and connections has been put on the back burner for well, almost two years. Although we are not in a post-pandemic world (and we may never be), the opportunity to connect with our community is slowly happening again - and we are all ready for it.
