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🌊What does the ocean mean to you?🌊 For the last few hours of World Ocean Day 2024, let's take a moment to think about the services our blue planet provides for us. For me, completing university on the Cornish coastline meant having a soothing blue haven on my doorstep, to recover from the challenges of university life, to connect with nature, and spend many happy evenings on the beach with friends listening to the sound of the waves. In fact, the ocean is scientifically proven to improve mental health in humans. Looking further afield, in our troubled climate, the ocean takes most of the impact for us. Heatwaves would hit much harder if the sea didn't store as much thermal energy as it does. Tsunamis would be far more damaging if it weren't for coral reefs and mangroves absorbing wave energy. These impacts might be a little hard to imagine, especially if they're far from home. So take a moment to think, what does the ocean offer to you? How do you feel when you're by the sea? Let's keep forging a strong connection between people and the ocean, to celebrate and safeguard our blue planet. #WorldOceanDay

This issue of Louisa County's newsletter, The Informed Citizen, offers updates from departments including Parks, Recreation & Tourism, Community Development, General Services/the Animal Shelter, and Administration. It also features updates from the Louisa County Sheriff's Office, the Assessor's Office, and partners like the Louisa Arts Center, the Louisa County Historical Society, the Commission on Aging, JABA, the Louisa County Library, the Virginia Cooperative Extension, Firefly, and FFA. Each issue aims to communicate to citizens how their local government is working for them and provides useful partner resources. Featured in this issue: * Louisa County Photo Contest * Upcoming Events * Firefly Fiber Broadband's Progress in Numbers * Household Hazardous Waste Day * Community, Staff and Board Spotlights * What to Do If You Find a Lost Animal * Board of Supervisors Updates ... and more See past issues at https://lnkd.in/er3FMvju. Hard copies are available in the County Office Building (1 Woolfolk Ave, Louisa). See past issues at https://lnkd.in/er3FMvju. Sign up at https://lnkd.in/gjydJjZR to receive email or text notifications of new issues.

This is your reminder to slow down for 5 minutes, and focus on connection. 💫Connection to nature. 🐱Connection to animals. 💫Connection to people. 💧Connection to water. 💫Connection to soil. 💨Connection to air. #communitycare #connection #community

Why does the wild need wolves? Wolves play a key role in managing a balanced ecosystem. They are responsible for keeping populations of species, such as deer, in check to benefit the planet and many other species. If wolves are removed from the ecosystem, this can cause imbalance and have a devastating ripple-effect throughout the environment. Love wolves? Help us protect these keystone species by becoming a member of the Endangered Wolf Center today. https://lnkd.in/g9psK4a3

Have you made a gift to Ducks Unlimited Canada in your Will? If so, please let us know! May is Leave a Legacy month and with Ducks Unlimited Canada’s help, you have the power to give future generations the opportunity to experience nature, wildlife and a healthy environment. Here are four great reasons to share that you have a gift in your Will: 1. Learn more about how your gift will help protect wetlands and the wildlife that inhabit them. 2. Make sure that we understand your plans and how you want your gift used. 3. You can join our Feather Society to be recognized for your generosity in the way you want—publicly or anonymously. 4. Telling us about your gift doesn’t keep you from changing your plans—we understand that circumstances can change. To learn more, visit: https://loom.ly/heF0JoU #DucksUnlimitedCanada #UnlimitedTogether #PlannedGiving #Conservation #LeaveALegacy

Rescue Heroes | How Volunteers Save Animals Lives | Colorado Ever wondered what goes on in the life of a search and rescue volunteer dedicated to saving the lives of precious animals in the stunning landscapes of Colorado, USA? A day in the life of a volunteer search and rescue team member in Colorado is nothing short of extraordinary. These selfless individuals embark on daring missions to locate and save animals in distress. In this video, we dive into the essential work of volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to the rescue of animals. Watch this video till the end to witness the volunteers who embody the spirit of Rescue Heroes, showing us how their unwavering commitment saves the lives of animals in need. I hope you find this video useful, please do let me know your experience in the comment section below. #rescueheroes #volunteers

Q: What's a land trust & Why is The Wetlands Conservancy considered one? According to the Land Trust Alliance, "A #landtrust or land conservancy is a community-based, nonprofit organization that actively works to permanently conserve land. In some cases, land trusts acquire land outright. They also partner to conserve land that remains the property of willing landowners using a tool called a conservation easement. Land trusts also manage or restore land once it has been conserved." The Wetlands Conservancy falls into this category because we own and steward land for the purpose of conserving wetlands. If we did not own land, we would simply be an advocacy organization, and while advocacy is one piece of what we do, it is not the only pillar of our work. PC: Matt Reed

Bill in the US Senate would support US Wildlife Recovery, slow extinction & support all species in the US, Tell your Senators you support it! https://rec-law.us/3BNz8wx #ExtinctionIsForever #EndangeredSpecies #ProtectWildlife #ClimateChange @RecreationLaw #RecLaw #RecreationLaw

Bill in the US Senate would support US Wildlife Recovery, slow extinction & support all species in the US, Tell your Senators you support it! https://rec-law.us/3BNz8wx #ExtinctionIsForever #EndangeredSpecies #ProtectWildlife #ClimateChange @RecreationLaw #RecLaw #RecreationLaw

Bill in the US Senate would support US Wildlife Recovery, slow extinction & support all species in the US, Tell your Senators you support it! https://rec-law.us/3BNz8wx #ExtinctionIsForever #EndangeredSpecies #ProtectWildlife #ClimateChange @RecreationLaw #RecLaw #RecreationLaw