Examined were the responses of park visitors to the New Environmental Paradigm scale. Research methods, and results including reliabilities and factor analysis of the scales on the survey are discussed. (CW)

Presented is a study designed to determine the best approaches for developing environmental education and teacher training materials for schools in Honduras. Results dispute the value of materials produced in the United States for use in developing nations. (CW)

To have a successful nature program, summer camp directors must hire qualified nature counselors, give the program equal status with other activities, promote the program to prospective campers and their parents, and incorporate environmental ethics. Included are suggestions for developing an appealing and relevant nature program. (LP)

Discusses the introduction of a federal bill to establish the Shenandoah Valley National Battlefields as a unit of the National Park System. Explains the importance of the battlefields during the Civil War and presents arguments for the passage of the bill. (MDH)

In Alaska's extensive parks and preserves, the National Park Service is in the difficult position of mediating between traditional Native subsistence practices and Western concepts of environmental conservation. Ethnographic research has raised awareness of the importance of harvest practices to rural Native groups for survival, cultural…

Describes the problems encountered in developing environmental education in federally protected areas in Brazil. Suggests that the development of environmental education in those protected areas has several limitations including financial resources, lack of training, material resources, and lack of policy on environmental education. (Author/CCM)

Defines an ecostudent as one who focuses on understanding the natural environment and protecting fragile ecosystems in different regions of the world. Discusses the differences between ecostudents and ecotourists and emphasizes the importance of ecotourism. Explains how the attributes of the ecotourist may benefit the experiences of students…

Presents an overview of current geomorphic research in the southern United States. Conveys that the limited historical effort offers both challenges and opportunities for conducting geomorphic work in the region; much is unknown about these unique landscapes. States applied and theoretical geomorphology will benefit the society and future of the…

Offers brief descriptions of 33 books for children and young readers, including: very short novels worthy of very long conversations; picture books for multicultural collections; books for the youngest students; novels for older readers; and books that encourage readers to appreciate their natural environment. (SR)

The Pribilof Islands Stewardship Program aims to preserve the rich species diversity of the islands and recover the sense of connectedness that once linked local Aleuts and their environment. The summer program draws on both science and traditional knowledge, offering Aleut youth the chance to assist scientists, protect the seals, and participate…

An indigenous group in rural India worked with activist-educators to use environmental popular education as a tool for social change. Acting in small localized movements, villagers acquired power and voice regarding land management and conservation. (SK)

Describes the watershed management approach for preserving water resources. Considers pollution sources ranging from industrial discharge to agricultural leachate and runoff and evaluates its impact on the total watershed environment. (JRH)

Rush Limbaugh champions unmitigated business development by dismissing all gestures of cooperative thinking, and all efforts to protect the earth and its resources. Since native peoples' issues often coincide with environmental concerns, native peoples are attacked. Rush's sarcastic, mocking, negative style is analyzed and compared to the ethic…

Describes the commitment of the Northwest Center for Sustainable Resources at Chemeketa Community College's (Oregon) to include Native American traditions in its resource management curriculum. Recounts the Education and Career Conference sponsored by the college this spring aimed at educating northwestern Indian tribal students about college,…

Focuses on the construction and use of a schoolyard model of the Morrow Bay watershed in California. Describes the design and use of materials that include styrofoam insulation, crushed granite, cement, and stucco. (DDR)