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Desert Balloon Project: Saving Tortoises One Balloon at a Time

People forget that “what goes up must come down” when releasing balloons, not realizing that they float away to places they don’t belong and cause harm to wildlife. This issue inspired 15-year-old Christian Daniels to start his own organization - the Desert Balloon Project.

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October 27, 2021

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LVDSA: “Environmental, Economic, Social and Racial Justice for All”

Uplifting the Las Vegas community in many ways, LVDSA advocates and organizes a nationwide, worldwide working-class movement that puts people and the planet over profit.

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October 24, 2021

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COVID-19’s Impact on Nevada’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

Outdoor recreation accounts for one of the country’s largest economic sectors. In Nevada, it's one of the fastest-growing economic sectors, touching every part of the state.

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October 15, 2021

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Mary on Adventures: A Trip Through the Desert and Beyond

Inspired by her love of the Mojave Desert, Mary Felker shares her adventures in nature through her art business, Mary on Adventures. 

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August 22, 2021

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Our Sustainable Wedding

When Lucy had her wedding back in 2019, she made it her goal to create an affordable wedding while making it environmentally sustainable as well! Read more to learn how she spent less than $1,000 for her zero-waste wedding.

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July 31, 2021

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Composting 101: Reducing Food Waste

In honor of National Learn About Composting Day on May 29th, let's go over the basics of composting - a natural solution to food waste.

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May 29, 2021

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SB 52 – Protecting Our Dwindling Dark Skies

Thanks to light pollution, most people lack access to the visible night sky. That's why SB 52 works to protect dark skies here in Nevada.

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April 25, 2021

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The Fantastic Forest of the Spring Mountains

Today's International Day of Forests, so we're celebrating by sharing how fantastic our forests are in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest!

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March 21, 2021

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Nevada Conservation League Lobby Week

The Nevada Conservation League is gearing up for its Conservation Lobby Week. This biennial event encourages Nevadans to use their voice to talk to their legislator and advocate for strong conservation policies during the Nevada legislative session.

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March 18, 2021

Spring Mountains acastus checkerspot (Chlosyne acastus robusta)

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Butterflies of the Spring Mountains

For Learn About Butterflies Day, learn more about the butterfly species found in our local mountain range - The Spring Mountains!

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March 14, 2021