| News to Move You |
February 2010 | |
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Happy Winter !
Welcome to a new edition of News to Move You... action packed and abundant with passion. It is the Valentine's Day season after all, and we're sharing stories of people who turn their passion -- for art, land protection and conservation -- into action.
We're also premiering a new feature called Friends in the Field, which highlights the inspiring work and accomplishments of our colleagues and associates. If you'd like to be featured, EMAIL US with more info about your projects. We'd love to hear from you!
Keep to it! |
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 The Art of Love
Upper Delaware artists and writers are sharing their love through the Be Mine Too exhibit, on display at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance in Narrowsburg, NY through February 20. The show -- a group exhibit of love poems, art objects and photographs curated by Mary Greene and Rocky Pinciotti -- opened with a reading and reception in late January, which drew a crowd of swooning admirers.
Sandy's poem "Longing" and its accompanying object, are included in this second annual extravaganza. View a video of Sandy's reading and some photos from the opening.
And if you're in the neighborhood, stop by the gallery to experience the art firsthand. Bring your sweetie and be sure to see the chocolate sculpture! |
 Gas Activists
Heron's Eye Communications covered a Rally & Lobby Day in Albany, NY on January 25 focused on natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale play. We interviewed people on the pro- and anti-drilling sides, and elected officials.
Several speakers, including NY Senator Tom Duane, focused on water quality issues and the potential risks associated with the gas extraction practice of hydrofracturing. "Everyone deserves clean, safe drinking water," said Senator Duane, who advocates for unity within his state rather than a New York City versus upstate communities approach.
Private property rights activist Noel van Swol, founder of the Sullivan-Delaware Property Owners Association, said the gas industry will revitalize the region. "Every business will benefit; every property owner will benefit with lower taxes. Unfortunately, the environmental hysteria has been drowning people out until now," he added.
More photos and coverage of the January rally are currently posted on our Flickr site as well as YouTube.
Heron's Eye Communications will be blogging more about the topic of natural gas exploration in the coming weeks and will produce occasional podcasts on this and other important environmental topics. We'll keep ya posted! |
 Ready, Set, Launch!
On April 10, Heron's Eye Communications will co-present a workshop with Amanda Subjin of the Delaware Highlands Conservancy during the PA Land Conservation Conference. The topic is Shop Local, Save Land -- a step-by-step illustration of how land trusts or other community organizations can develop a farm or forest products guide and internet presence.
Meanwhile, we're working with our partner firm -- W Design -- to launch the Shop Local, Save Land brand into a comprehensive online environment with associated print guides for conservation landscapes and regions statewide or beyond.
We'd appreciate your feedback as we develop the website. Which features or online tools would best support your work, for example? Or, which resources are most important to share with consumers and landowners. EMAIL US to share your thoughts and ideas! |
 Sustenance and Sustainability
Celebrate 16 years and 12,000 protected acres at the 3rd annual Foods of the Delaware Highlands gala and wine tasting on April 24 at The Settlers Inn, Hawley, PA.
The popular event -- featuring gourmet dishes prepared with locally grown ingredients -- supports the work of the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, a non-profit land trust with a mission to conserve the forests, farms and waters of the Upper Delaware River region by acquiring conservation easements, or land, from willing landowners.
The Conservancy maintains offices in Hawley, PA and Monticello, NY. It accomplishes its important work with an extremely dedicated but minimally paid staff supported mainly through the generous contributions of its members.
Krista is co-chairing this year's dinner with Conservancy supporter Michael Geitz. Tickets are $125 per person, which includes a charitable contribution of $75. Sponsorships are also available. Platinum level ($1,000) includes 4 tickets and an $800 charitable contribution. Gold level ($500) includes 2 tickets and a $400 charitable contribution. Please RSVP to the Conservancy by April 1. Thank you! | |
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Public Hearing on Water Withdrawals
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One of the two projects entails a surface water withdrawal from the West Branch Lackawaxen River in Mount Pleasant Township, PA (Docket No. D-2009-13-1). The other concerns an existing natural gas well drilling pad site in Clinton Township, PA (Docket No. D-2009-18-1). Both projects are located in Wayne County, PA, within the drainage area of a portion of the main stem Delaware River that the Commission has classified as Special Protection Waters.
The hearing will take place on Wednesday, February 24 from 3 to 7 PM, at the Best Western Inn at Hunt's Landing, 126 Routes 6 & 209, Matamoras, PA.
Written comments will be accepted until 5 PM on March 12. They can be submitted at the hearing and may also be sent to the attention of the DRBC Secretary as follows:
- Email Paula.Schmitt@drbc.state.nj.us
- Fax to 609-883-9522
- Mail to P.O. Box 7360, West Trenton, NJ 08628-0360
- Delivery service to 25 State Police Drive, West Trenton, NJ 08628-0360.
Regardless of the method of submission, ALL comments should include the name, affiliation (if any) and address of the commenter and the subject line "Public Comment - Stone Energy Dockets." |
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