Spring 2011 Vol. 19 No. 1 |
Spring is a natural resurrection, an experience in immortality -Henry David Thoreau |
In this issue... Reflections from the President Celebration for the Gibraltar Bay Unit of the Detroit River International Refuge 2010 GI Conservationist of the Year Award Second Sundays at the Wildlife Refuge/Nature Area Michigan Amphibians and Mudpuppies Survey Small Machines - Big Polluters Upcoming Events... May 1 May 13 Nature Area Open May 15 November 5
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Did You Know? Americans burn 800 million gallons of gas each year trimming their grassy yards, according to the EPA. One gas mower running for an hour emits the same amount of pollutants as eight new cars driving 55 mph for the same amount of time, according to the Union of Concerned Scientists.One hour of mowing is the equivalent of driving 350 miles in terms of volatile organic compounds.One gas mower spews 87 lbs. of the greenhouse gas CO2, and 54 lbs. of other pollutants into the air every year. Over 17 million gallons of gas are spilled each year refueling lawn and garden equipment – more oil than was spilled by the Exxon Valdez. |