NC snake
pictures
Many of our snakes are non-venomous and serve a beneficial purpose.
EPA's definition of Environmental
Education:
"The goal of environmental education is to increase public awareness
and knowledge about environmental issues, and to provide the public
with the skills needed to make informed decisions and to take
responsible actions. Environmental education enhances critical
thinking, problemsolving, and effective decisionmaking skills. It
also teaches individuals to weigh various sides of an environmental
issue to make informed and responsible decisions. Environmental
education does not advocate a particular viewpoint or course of
action."
This definition fits in very well with the mission of North
Carolina Cooperative Extension, which is "to help individuals,
families, and communities put research-based knowledge to work to improve
their lives."
Just how long have environmental rules and
regulations been in effect in the US?
Well, it turns out that they have been
around for quite awhile...
"There shall be no man or woman dare to wash any unclean
linen, wash clothes, nor rinse or make clean any kettle, pot, or pan or
any suchlike vessel within twenty feet of the old well or new pump. Nor
shall anyone aforesaid, within less than a quarter mile of the fort,
dare to do the necessities of nature, since by these unmanly, slothful,
and loathsome immodesties, the whole fort may be choked and
poisoned." Governor Gage of Virginia, Proclamation for
Jamestown, 1610
Summertime Health Reminder:
While working outside during the hot days of summer, remember to watch
for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The
following Heat Index chart indicates how the apparent temperature (what
it feels like to your body) changes relative to changes in air
temperature and humidity.
Heat Index Chart
CONTACT: Dr. Diana Rashash
Area Specialized Agent - Environmental Education
4024 Richlands Hwy.
Jacksonville, NC 28540
(910) 455-5873
NC Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation.