CSC MISSION: To educate, inform and inspire YOU-

To conserve, preserve, & protect ALL creation.

The Defenders of Wildlife 

www.defendersblog.org  

Founded in 1947, Defenders of Wildlife is a national leader in science-based, results-oriented wildlife conservation. They stand out in their commitment to saving imperiled wildlife and championing the Endangered Species Act, the landmark law that protects them.

The Gray Wolf has been "delisted" from the Endangered Species List, stripped of any federal protection by the Obama administration and is facing a serious population decline due to hunting and trapping. There are only 5,500 of these animals left in the wild where once there was over 250,000. Idaho, Montana and Wyoming are moving to aggressively eradicate these magnificent animals.

Please make your voice heard in Washington and Congress to save our American wolves.

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Save the Gray Wolves! 

~by Susi Pittman

If you believe that preservation of an American keystone species is important for future generations; if you truly believe that our human goodness or evil is mirrored in the condition of the natural world around us, then it is time to stand up and make a difference for the Gray Wolf in America!!

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My Garden is Colorful! 

~by Father Ron Camarda

Saved from the depths of the sea, Father Ron shares a story of his young Merchant Marine days as he revisits the Merchant Marine Academy Chapel for its 50th Anniversary.

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Our Lady of Perpetual Help 

~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J.

When she was a young girl attending high school, Sister Rene found some heavenly help when taking a test.

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When a Community Works Together

~by Frank Gromling 

One of the most valuable protections of our coastal Florida seashore, are the sand dunes. And the biggest contributing factor to their longevity is the SEA OAT plant. Frank's community recently got together to give their dune ecosystem a hand.

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CONGRATULATIONS

to Mary and her husband Jonathan on the birth of their first child, Abigail Frances. Mary shares Abigail's arrival into this world which was all in God's perfect timing.

Lou asks the question, "Why does God name himself?" What do you think? Lou would like to stroll that path with you and share his thoughts.

She was a Algonquin/Iroquois Native American woman who was a early convert to Roman Catholicism. Known as the LILY OF THE MOHAWKS, she is the FIRST Native American to venerated by the Roman Catholic Church. Steward Joe takes us on a journey into the beautiful heart of a soon to be Saint!

It is the story of the vision and founding of the world's most beloved animal sanctuary. Michele has been a Guardian Angel member of

BEST FRIENDS

for many years and is proud to share this magnificent journey into the heart of compassion for God's beautiful creatures, those animals who would be our pets.

NEW AFFILIATE SHOPPING for YOU!  

We continue to build a small but, well focused group of vendors, offering products in line with stewardship of the earth and its creatures. By visiting these product sites from our page, you are helping to support our mission.

is a small batch coffee roaster operated by the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming through an online gourmet coffee bean store. Many consider their website the ultimate source for gourmet coffee where it is easy to buy coffee online. The monks carefully craft each freshly roasted coffee to perfection for dark roast coffees, espresso, ground coffees, whole bean coffees, single origin coffees, fair trade coffees, flavored coffees and especially the monks' special gourmet coffee blends. Try our special auto delivered coffee subscriptions also for the best coffee online.

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MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS has always taken a formidable and uncompromising stand when it comes to the protection and sustainability of our natural world and the delicate systems which balance all life as we know it. This complex and venerable planet produces all of the products we share with you, and it is simply a matter of appreciation and respect that must be given. Not only do we lead the industry in environmental stewardship, we also adhere to strict principles and protocols that ensure fair treatment and compensation for the people involved with the production of our products; both domestically and overseas.

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A Division of Engineering Services & Products Company, FarmTek was founded in 1979 with the purpose of bringing the highest quality products at the most competitive prices with exceptional customer service directly to the agricultural, horticultural, building and retail trade communities.

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Robert J. Weselmann: Wildlife Photography

Robert J. Weselmann is a native of Iowa. Growing up in Iowa, as most boys, he spent his time on his dad's farm. It is there that he developed his vast understanding of wildlife, the importance of conservation, and the love of photography. Having these ideals set his course for the future.

Today Robert is a wildlife researcher and campground host in Yellowstone National Park. He captures the emotion and feelings of the animals that are not found in other wildlife photography of today. In his programs, you will gain an understanding of the behavior of wild animals and appreciate the characteristics of these animals. Come visit RJ through his dynamic photographs and colorful programs.

"My Brother, The Pope"

MY BROTHER, THE POPE: The memoirs of Pope Benedict XVI's brother, Msgr. Georg Ratzinger, as told to co-author Michael Hesemann.

It wasn't always the case that Msgr. Georg Ratzinger lived in the shadow of his younger brother, Joseph. Georg was an accomplished musician, who for over 30 years directed the Regensburger Domspatzchor, the world-famous boys choir of the Regensburg cathedral. Brother Joseph was a brilliant young professor, but mostly known in German academic circles.

Monsignor Georg Ratzinger, writes about the close friendship that has united these two brothers for more than 80 years. Those interested in knowing more about the early life of Benedict XVI will not be disappointed. Georg's reminiscences are detailed, intimate, and warm. And while they begin with the earliest years of the Ratzinger family, they continue right up to the present day. It's a beautiful portrait of Catholic family life and, in the most literal sense, of enduring fraternal charity. Georg has a talent for telling a story, and the co-author fills in some of the larger historical background. The many photographs, both in black and white and in color, round out a thoroughly enjoyable and inspirational book.

Walks of Italy

WALKS OF ITALY employ some of the most passionate and fun guides in all of Italy. They also have a team of local travel experts who work 24/7 to ensure that anyone who contacts them is getting the best, most honest advice possible. You are treated like a personal friend who happens to be visiting Italy for the first time!

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Rockjumper Worldwide Birding Adventures

Rockjumper Birding Tours is a dedicated bird tour company that specializes in top-quality birdwatching holidays and wildlife safaris throughout the world, guided by passionate and experienced professional tour leaders. Our portfolio of over 100 different tours encompasses more than 60 destinations, including some of the most breathtaking and biologically diverse places on our planet. While our quest is first and foremost to deliver the ultimate birding experience, our tours are also educational, fun and excellent value for money!

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Spatia Wildlife Tours: Wolf Viewing in Bulgaria

Spatia Wildlife Tour groups are restricted to a maximum of twelve participants plus one or two leaders depending on the particular tour. We reserve the right if the last free place is booked by a couple to include both of them in the group. Thus the maximum number of participants will never exceed thirteen plus leader. Some of the tours are restricted to eight, two or even one person. Our minimum group size is normally four participants. Most of the wildlife photo tours we will run even with only one participant. For only two of our tours - Bulgaria and the Danube delta in Romania and for the Birds and Culture tour, the minimum party is six.

Earth Corps 

EarthCorps is a non-profit organization founded in 1993 with a mission to build global community through local environmental service. As an AmeriCorps affiliate, EarthCorps provides one-year intensive programs for young adults (18-25) to learn best practices in conservation techniques and develop skills in leading volunteers

(ages 8-80).

Based in Seattle, Washington, EarthCorps brings together emerging environmental leaders from more than 60 countries to work on projects in the Puget Sound region and Cascade mountains. As part of EarthCorps' intensive hands-on curriculum, they learn multiple restoration techniques, try out project design and management, develop leadership and team-building skills, and help manage thousands of local volunteers on projects.

Creating Your Own Backyard Water Garden

Water features can help turn your landscape into something special, providing a focal point and attracting wildlife. Dive into these water features and come up with some great ideas for your own backyard.

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Which popular summertime snack  

will kill your pet? 

If you really want to be impressed with God's creative abilities in this universe, just visit the Hubble Telescope Picture Gallery.