Snowmobile for George
Wyoming rancher and poet George Smith takes us on a tour of his land. See the tanks, hear his story, and spread the word.
George Smith
Sheridan, WY
Added: November 17, 2008
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Every voice can create big change. And in many cases the first step to becoming a changemaker is to learn more about an issue, once inspired by a compelling story. Here are factsheets, recent news articles, and links to interesting organizations that can start you on your knowledge quest.
From some of the nation's most respected research and advocacy organizations, on the issues related to this video.
Fact Sheet: Fall 2008 - From Union of Concerned Scientists
Description of new proposals to amend the Endangered Species Act to permit any federal agency to decide internally whether protected species would be threatened by its projects. This factsheet includes a summary of how this proposal would greatly reduce the input of trained biologists and the public in this process.
OMB Watch: Scientific Integrity Recommendations for the Next Administration
OMB Watch is a nonprofit research and advocacy organization, formed in 1983 to monitor the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Report from Congressional Research Service
A report on the implications of the Congressional Review Act with regard to agency rulemaking in the final months of a presidential administration. A timely document, as outgoing administrations present long lasting modifications to existing laws as they leave public office.
Environmental Sustainability Talking Points
From the Network of Spiritual Progressives
Carsey Institute's Report on Changing Rural Population (PDF)
Demographic trends in rural and small town America.
Inner City Outings Chapters of the Sierra Club
A state-by-state list of hyperlinks to the Sierra Club's programs for urban young people. Every year, the program introduces approximately 12,000 young people to the wonders of nature through nearly 800 outings and service projects. Many ICO participants credit the program with helping them to succeed in school and work toward personal goals.
Up to the minute, dynamically searched news and media wire articles on the issues related to this video and related series.
Natural gas prices drop
The Times-Journal - Sep 6, 2010 3:32 PM
Beginning this month, customers of DeKalb-Cherokee Gas District will be paying less for natural gas. DC Gas Board Chairman and Fort Payne Mayor Bill Jordan said customers should see an average 18 percent reduction in natural gas rates.
India's natural gas output to rise by 25%
Asia News Network - Sep 5, 2010 9:23 PM
Domestic natural gas production will rise by over 25 per cent to 180 million cubic metres a day by 2012-13 after Reliance Industriesâ eastern offshore KG-D6 field hits peak output. Indiaâs indige .....
India's natural gas output to rise by 25%
Asia News Network - Sep 5, 2010 9:22 PM
Domestic natural gas production will rise by over 25 per cent to 180 million cubic metres a day by 2012-13 after Reliance Industries’ eastern offshore KG-D6 field hits peak output.
Links to organizations and more publications on issues related to this video.
OMB Watch Alert: Proposed Rule on Assessing Worker Risk
Published by OMB Watch, a nonprofit research and advocacy organization, formed in 1983 to monitor the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
The National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture
The National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture is a nationwide partnership of diverse individuals and organizations cultivating grassroots efforts to promote food and agricultural systems and rural communities that are healthy, environmentally sound, profitable, humane and just.
Carsey Institute
The Carsey Institute conducts research and analysis on the challenges facing families and communities in New Hampshire, Northern New England, and the nation, providing information to policymakers, practitioners, the media and the general public.
The Daily Yonder
As mainstream TV and newspapers retreat from small towns, the Daily Yonder is coming on strong.
The Rural Blog
A digest of events, trends, issues, ideas and journalism in rural America, from the Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues.
