Like all animals spiders need to reproduce and there are two main elements to this reproductive process…
US National Parks That’ll Blow your Mind
Posted by on July 28th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsNo matter which of the US national parks you choose to visit, you will discover intriguing wildlife and breathtaking scenery. There are a handful of parks, however, that offer things that you won’t find anywhere else…
Just What are National Parks, Anyway?
Posted by on July 28th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsNational parks are wonderful resources. In this era of constant deforestation and construction, national parks offer a bit of a respite. These federally protected areas are good for the environment and good for us, as they give us a place to get out of the hustle and bustle of urban life…
A Symbol of the Fragility of our National Parks
Posted by on July 28th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsOur national parks have developed a reputation for several appealing features. Incredible monuments, gorgeous scenery, and intriguing wildlife are but a few of the many attractions of our parks.
The unspoiled majesty of our national parks is a living treasure and it could be difficult to choose one or two to visit at any given time…
The Dangers Of Mold, What You Should Know About Mold
Posted by on July 26th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsA lot of people, including insurance companies, would like you to think that mold isn’t as dangerous to your health as all the media hype would have you believe, but actually mold is just as harmful as people say that it is…
National Parks Recreation Camping Survival Guide
Posted by on July 26th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsWhen it comes to national parks recreation camping, there is more than just bringing a sleeping bag and tent to the great outdoors. The most successful camping trips are well-planned, as it takes quite a bit of effort to survive an evening in our national parks and forests.
You have to be prepared for emergency situations…
National Parks and Wildlife Safety Tips
Posted by on July 25th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsNational parks and wildlife within these parks may sometimes be an exhilarating experience but, from a timid deer to an aggressive bear, wildlife should be dealt with caution and care.
These animals are called “wild” life for a reason…
Taking A Look At The New North American National Parks
Posted by on July 25th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsIf nature is going to be preserved, new national parks are going to be needed throughout the world. The good news is that these parks are being created on a yearly basis. They are designed for a number of reasons, ranging from the protection of ecosystems to the remembrance of historical accomplishments…
Monaco Environment Plan Starts To Work
Posted by on July 24th, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsWhen Prince Albert became Monaco’s Sovereign two years ago he soon set a path that would show him to be a leader among leaders for the environment movement.
In an effort to encourage more people to leave their cars at home and use public transport - not easy in a country that has the highest density of millionaire’s in the world - bus fares were cut to a Euro for a single journey, and a year later figures show bus usage has risen 17 per cent.
Prince Albert visited the North Pole last year to publicise how the arctic regions are changing with global warming, and one of his first acts as Monaco’s Sovereign was to sign the Kyoto Protocol - along with the US, Monaco was one of the few countries in the world not to endorse it before Prince Albert put pen to paper.
As well as the Monaco Grand Prix, the principality is Europe’s best known tax haven, with residents enjoying a zero rated income tax.
With property prices among the highest in the world, residents of Monaco normally need to spend six months a year there to maintain residency.
An announcement has been made recently that a new island is to be built off Monte Carlo, and this will provide more land and property in the world’s second smallest country.
Bidders for the development have been asked to take the environment into account - and also the Monaco Grand Prix, which suggests a possible new route for the race.
Despite being one of the world’s most glamourous sporting events the Monaco Grand Prix is notorious for a lack of overtaking opportunities, and the new space might in time address the historical criticism of the race.
Property prices in Monaco are high due to the lack of land - in the past one of the districts, Fontvieille, had much of its area reclaimed from the sea, but property prices there equal those of the better known Monte Carlo.
One of the most popular buildings in Fontvieille, Seaside Plaza, has average prices of three to four million Euros for a three bedroom apartment, and a four bedroom four bathroom one is currently on the market at close to ten million Euros.
With a population of under 40,000 Monaco could be forgiven for believing that overseas embassies were an unnecessary expense.
Until now the world’s second smallest country has been content to co-operate with French embassies around the world for any necessary representation.
But Monaco has just opened her first independent embassy outside of Europe - in Washington D.C.
Commenting on the new embassy, one local Monaco travel guide says that despite the population equivalent of a small US town, environmental reasons could be behind the move.
‘Forget about this being primarily for Monegasques running into trouble in the US and needing assistance…
Dwarfed Trees Raised From Seedlings and Cuttings
Posted by on July 22nd, 2007 in Environment · 0 CommentsOne of the most fascinating hobbies is the raising of trees from seeds sown directly in a shallow container…