Nature Camp 2019

For our 2019 sweepstakes, Island Press partnered with Nature Camp, a private, coeducational summer camp specializing in outdoor education in natural history and environmental studies. We had the opportunity to visit Nature Camp during one of their summer youth sessions. Check it out in this video. To learn more about Nature Camp, visit naturecamp.net For more information on Island Press, visit islandpress.org

Webinar: Climate Action Planning

With climate-related protections and programs under attack at the federal level, it is critical for cities to address climate impacts locally. Every day, there are new examples of cities approaching the challenge of climate change in creative and innovative ways—from rethinking transportation, to greening city buildings, to protecting against sea-level rise.

Webinar: Saving Our Suburbs Part 3

The formula that drove suburban growth for 60 years has run out of gas. Now what? Our expert panel discusses “future-proofing” to help suburbs surf the wave of new tech, not drown in it.

Webinar: Protecting Pollinators

The birds and the bees need our help. Pollinators help to feed us and make our world more beautiful, but their habitats need protecting. Backyard gardeners to big companies alike know this and some are creating strategies to safeguard these precious creatures.  This webinar shows how you can protect pollinating bees, wasps, bats, and birds on various scales. You'll hear strategies that are being implemented in small to large scale gardens. You'll be informed of best practices and inspired by the work that's being done. 

Webinar: Taking Lessons from Nature

How long should a leaf live? When should blueberries ripen? Utilizing the knowledge of the natural world takes practice and observational skills. The real question is, why is it important to listen? This webinar discusses the importance of listening to the natural world to deepen our understanding. We'll feature panelists with a wide range of knowledge that will offer both a broad ranging and practical, on the ground perspective about learning in and from nature itself. The webinar is in partnership with Nature Camp.

Webinar: Vacant to Vibrant

Vacant lots in your neighborhood can illustrate neglect and seem like a waste of space. But, these open spaces can also serve as clean canvases for creative community projects that bring positive change. 

Webinar: Design for Good

Almost everything around us was designed by someone; our homes, schools, workplaces, and nearly every imaginable public space. Design is everywhere and, for better or for worse, it shapes the quality of our lives. 

The Farm Bill — Capitol Hill talk with Daniel Imhoff and Christina Badaracco

Daniel Imhoff and Christina Badaracco, co-authors of The Farm Bill: A Citizen's Guide, speak with congressional staffers about the new farm bill and the implications of food policy. They are joined by Mike Lavender, Senior Manager of Government Affairs for the Union of Concerned Scientists' Food & Environment program. Special thanks to the offices of Rep. Jared Huffman and Rep. Earl Blumenauer for helping arrange this event.

Webinar: Saving Our Suburbs Part 2

In this webinar you'll learn how suburbs can cover the costs of creating walkable urbanism by being Opportunistic and developing innovative public/private partnerships to pay for streets, public spaces, art and culture, and, yes, even parking—in other words, the infrastructure that turns density into a tool for creating community. The webinar series is based on the book Suburban Remix: Creating the Next Generation of Urban Places. 

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