Memorial Day brings a time to reflect. Originally intended to honor those who died in wars fought for our country, for many of us the day has expanded to include honoring all living things that have died in the service of our United States of America. Please join me this Memorial Day wherever you … [Read more...]
National Train Day May 8
National Train Day celebrates the history of trains in the United States and the advantages of railway travel. The day is observed on the closest Saturday to May 10 – which marked the completion of the first transcontinental railroad in the United States of America. The celebration was started by … [Read more...]
It’s Cinco de Mayo May 5th
Today is May 5th, and it is Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo is a day many schools and communities celebrate here in the USA as well as in Mexico. Often mistaken as Mexico’s celebration of independence, it actually is intended to celebrate the Battle of Puebla. It has, however, become more of a fun … [Read more...]
Celebrate Four Conservation Heroes Virtually
The Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame (WCHF) Foundation holds an annual Induction Ceremony, typically on a Saturday around Earth Day. This year's ceremony will honor our 2020 and 2021 Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame conservation heroes Saturday, April 24, 2021. Join us for a series of four … [Read more...]
Restore Our Earth
The theme for Earth Day 2021 is Restore Our Earth.™ The theme focuses on natural processes, emerging green technologies, and innovative thinking that can restore the world’s ecosystems. In this way, the theme rejects the notion that mitigation or adaptation are the only ways to address … [Read more...]
Senators Vote Unanimous – April 2021 Is National Native Plant Month
It finally happened! In a grand bipartisan move, the U.S. Senate authorized this April 2021 as National Native Plant Month. Senate Resolution 109 was introduced and co-sponsored by Rob Portman (R-OH) and Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) to the Senate on March 15th. It was passed by unanimous vote on … [Read more...]
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