Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 04:00 EDT
Run For The Animals!
I love the Poplar Springs Animal Sanctuary out in Poolesville, Md. They rescue animals who otherwise would be destined for abuse and slaughter and give them a beautiful farm to live out their days. It's a... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Friday, Apr 24, 2009 at 02:15 EDT
Osprey Away!
I spent this morning destroying the nest of a protected migratory bird because the creature was being reckless and stupid. Don't hate me! I had to do it. Here's my story. I live on a river south of Annapolis, where the... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
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Thursday, Apr 23, 2009 at 03:45 EDT
Wendy's Green Favorites
I had such a good time speaking at the National Institutes of Health on Earth Day Eve. I was nervous about speaking in front of a lot of people with big brains, but they laughed at my jokes and remained attentive as I blah blah... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Thursday, Apr 23, 2009 at 03:45 EDT
National Arboretum Garden Fair!
This weekend the National Arboretum on New York Avenue will hold its big garden fair. It's quite impressive. Here's a portion of their press release: The Garden Fair will be held at the National Arboretum, 3501 New York... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Monday, Apr 20, 2009 at 04:15 EDT
Talk To D.C.'s Green Guy!
george hawkins, department of the environment, earth day
I love George Hawkins. He's the director of the District's Department of the Environment. You want to get jazzed about green? Talk to George! He's an enthusiastic and passionate... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Monday, Apr 20, 2009 at 04:15 EDT
Earth Day on Capitol Hill
There is a massive Earth Day event on Tuesday. The Senate Energy and Environment Showcase will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the ninth floor of the Hart Senate Office Building (2nd and C streets NE) on Capitol... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Thursday, Apr 16, 2009 at 09:00 EDT
E-cycle Event!
Got electronic junk? E-cycle it! This Saturday, April 18th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the National Harbor in Prince George's County. Here's the press release: EPA and Dell Inc. will join together to encourage greater-Washington, D.C. Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2009 at 04:01 EDT
Darkness Visible
Ever doubt the power of an idea? Ever wonder if the small things matter? Earth Hour was a simple idea. Turn off your lights for one hour on March 28 to raise awareness about climate... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
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Friday, Apr 3, 2009 at 04:00 EDT
Bun Worthy
vegitarian, burgers, elevation, bgr, leed
I hope you don't mind if I blog with food in my mouth. I am stuffing my face with the best veggie burger I have ever had in my life. As soon as I finish I'm going to race over to the BGR burger... Read More
BY Wendy Rieger
Friday, Mar 27, 2009 at 07:32 EDT
Lights Out!
earth hour, conservation, energy
This Saturday night, if all goes as planned, the planet will go dark from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Earth Hour. Of course, the planet won't go dark because it isn't 8:30 everywhere at once, but wherever you are at... Read More
