ecology
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Highways and Byways
Roads are infrastructure so ubiquitous they almost resist noticing – until a pothole takes out your axle, or a landslide prevents you from getting to your vacation cabin. But their very existence – from placement, to number of lanes, and more – is also deeply political with profound local impacts. Two recent books look at… Continue reading
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Pollinator Project
Finding solace in natural surroundings, and caring about wildlife even the urban creatures around grew stronger than ever while socially distancing. But, I haven’t read as much. On the days I have off, I have volunteered at a local park to plant off trail for pollinators and birds, to water the plants, and to try… Continue reading
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Living Urban & Living Green
The greening of Seattle isn’t really new. People have been practicing the art of green living in our emerald city for some time. There are a range of organizations and guide books providing ideas, inspiration, and support for people exploring the various shades of green living. Green urban living has an aesthetic all its own. … Continue reading