by NEEC Contributor
By David Wasmuth June 27, 2020 Books “Nature’s Best Hope” by Douglas Tallamy “The Living Landscape” by Rick Darke and Douglas Tallamy “Bringing Nature Home” by Douglas Tallamy Douglas Tallamy has been an inspiring pioneer in recognizing the interdependence between native plants, insects and birds. His books feature excellent plant lists as well as practical […]
by Jose German
As spring is shifts towards summer, things are moving towards a “new normal” with the quarantine tentatively eased. Among the lessons of the pandemic, two of the more valuable are a greater appreciation of nature and an awareness of the importance of sustainability in times of crisis. There are many uncertainties about our near future, […]
by NEEC Contributor
David Wasmuth is a local environmentalist and amateur naturalist. He is a Rutgers Environmental Steward and the founder of the Montclair Backyard Habitat Project. They are rarely seen, but make their presence known. You may be sitting in your living room on a summer evening, windows open to enjoy the breeze, when you notice a scent that’s […]
by NEEC Contributor
Compiled by Deb Ellis 5/30/20 – Note: I’ve included the source of these recipes if I know it, but most I have used for years and did not keep track of the creator. Thanks to all the recipe creators! Tabouli Modified from Jane Brody 1 cup bulgur and 1.5 c. boiling water 2 tomatoes or […]
by Jose German
Spring is here in full force, as is the quarantine. The mood has shifted from near shock to uncertainty. For those fortunate enough to have a yard, the shutdown has increased our appreciation for this bit of open space more than ever. I have heard stories from local gardeners of how their gardens are saving […]
by Jose German
By Jose German In the past weeks, Montclair residents, facing depleted supermarket shelves and ordered to stay at home, have turned back to a tried and proven response to uncertain times: home-grown food. The Victory Garden, which helped us through two World Wars, is set to make a comeback. The first victory garden movement was […]
by Jose German
By Jose German Spring: perhaps the most beautiful time of the year. But this year it’s accompanied by the Coronavirus. Our daily social routines are being upended. Cancellations of events and gatherings are necessary measures to stop the spread of the virus. Voluntary isolation is strongly recommended. What to do? In the face of this […]
by Jose German
By Jose German “Over the last half billion years, there have been five major mass extinctions, when the diversity of life on earth suddenly and dramatically contracted. Scientists are currently monitoring the sixth extinction, predicted to be the most devastating since the asteroid impact that wiped the dinosaurs. This time around, the cataclysm is us.” […]
by Jose German
“Think globally, act locally” is a phrase used for decades about protecting the environment. Today, it is urgent to consider how we can act locally, and landscaping our yards and gardens are the perfect places to start. Sometimes, when we view the problem from a global perspective, we feel overwhelmed, depressed, and powerless. However, seated […]
by Jose German
By Jose German Are you looking for that special connection with nature? Albert Einstein said, “A human being is a part of the whole called by us universe, a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings as something separated from the rest, a kind of optical delusion of his […]