Environment

New Mexicans Testify To Protect EPA Methane Rules

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 13, 2017
SIERRA CLUB News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― An array of New Mexicans and Four Corners area residents testified Monday in Washington, D.C. against a delay of the EPA’s methane pollution standards.
 
The agency should have implemented the Leak Detection and Repair aspect of the rule at the beginning of June, but attempted to stay these rules for 90-days, and action which a DC court denied. The Washington hearings are part of an additional, formal public process to delay the rule for 2 years. Moms, doctors and tribal leaders expressed deep concerns about the agencies actions and the
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County Gets Jump On Algae In Ashley Pond

Submitted by Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin) on July 13, 2017
A County crew member recently working to fish the algae out of Ashley Pond. Photo by Greg Kendall
 
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
​Los Alamos Daily Post
 

With its cascading waterfall, flowering plants and swimming ducks; Ashley Pond is a picture-perfect postcard of serenity.

 

But there has been some trouble brewing beneath its waters. If walking on one of its curved wooden boardwalks, you can see the culprit to this trouble wafting lazily in the current. Algae has infiltrated the pond and the County is working to combat it.

 

Parks Superintendent Jeff Humpton said the warm summer temperatures Read More

2017 Los Alamos Business Recycler Of The Year

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 12, 2017

PEEC Executive Director Katie Bruell, left, and Los Alamos County Environmental Services Manager Angelica Gurule hold up the 2017 Business Recycler of the Year Certificate awarded to PEEC. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com 

Chamisa Elementary School Principal Suzanne Lynne, left, and Los Alamos County Environmental Services Manager Angelica Gurule hold up the award Chamisa Elementary received. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

Chamisa Elementary School and Pajarito Environmental Educational Center (PEEC) win 2017 Business Recycler of the Year Read More

Greenland’s Ocean Bloom Likely Fueled By Iron

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 12, 2017

Satellite photo of glacial meltwater runoff from the Greenland Ice Sheet. A new study finds iron particles washed off Greenland’s rocks and soil and ferried into the sea by the meltwater are driving a recently-discovered summer algal bloom. Courtesy/NASA

 

By KER THAN
Stanford

Iron particles catching a ride on glacial meltwater washed out to sea by drifting currents is likely fueling a recently discovered summer algal bloom off the southern coast of Greenland, a new study finds.

Microalgae, also known as phytoplankton, are plant-like, marine microorganisms that form the base of the Read More

Heinrich, Udall On Support For National Monuments

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 12, 2017

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall at press conference Tuesday outside the U.S. Capitol. Courtesy photo

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich at press conference Tuesday outside the U.S. Capitol. Courtesy photo

U.S. SENATE News:

  • More than 2.5 million comments were submitted opposing the Department of the Interior’s unprecedented national monument review.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich led a press conference outside the U.S. Capitol with U.S. Sen. Tom Udall and a number of other Senate Democrats on President Donald Trump’s executive order that could unravel dozens of America’s national monuments Read More

PEEC Offers Three Astronomy Programs This Weekend

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 12, 2017
 
PEEC News:
 
This weekend the Los Alamos Nature Center has three astronomy programs:
  • A special summer stars event 8-10 p.m., Friday, July 14;
  • The PBS Science Café 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, July 15; and
  • The planetarium film From Earth to the Universe playing at 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, July 15 and 16.
John Lorenzen is leading Friday’s fascinating summer stars workshop. This two-hour program will begin in the planetarium and include an introduction to seasonal constellations.
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Notice Of Possible Quorum For ESB

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 12, 2017

COUNTY News: 

Members of the Environmental Sustainability Board may attend ScienceFest 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Ashley Pond Park.

A quorum may be present but no business will be conducted. Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: July 11

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 11, 2017
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post

As the weather continues to be hot and dry with widely scattered thunderstorms, the fishing in the lakes and rivers is slowing down as the water warms and streamflows drop. This time of the year the best fishing is often to be had early in the morning or late in the evening.

One of the better spots to try would be the Rio Grande. The streamflow has dropped to less than normal from the Colorado state border all the way down to Velarde. Spinners like the Panther Martin are a good choice under the present conditions. Smallmouth bass are starting to hit Read More

Scenes From Sunday’s Lavender Festival

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 11, 2017

Hundreds of lavender bushes at Sunday’s Lavender Festival at the Purple Adobe Lavender Farm in Abiquiu. Photo by Robert Beberniss

Photo by Robert Beberniss

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Northern New Mexico College Hosts El Rito Watershed Conference Friday, July 14

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 11, 2017
NNMC News:
 
Northern New Mexico College invites community members, conservationists and interested parties to The El Rito Watershed from the Ground Up Conference, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 14 at Northern’s El Rito campus.
 
The conference is premised on the notion that natural communities are dependent upon their watersheds, which when carefully used and protected, can continuously sustain productive local economies with a high quality of life.
 
The conference features more than 20 local authorities who will discuss various aspects of the El Rito
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Morse: The Brown Trout In New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 11, 2017
Brown trout, like this 25-incher from the Rio Chama, thrive and reproduce naturally in many of New Mexico’s rivers and streams. Photo by George Morse
 
By GEORGE MORSE 
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
 
After nearly 50 years of angling in New Mexico, I have seen a lot of changes in the fishing regulations concerning the number of fish an angler could keep (the daily limit). The first year I moved here (1968) the daily limit was a very liberal 12 fish-per-day for trout.
 
A few years later, there was an interesting change in the bag limit. It was raised to 14
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BLM Helium Sales Generate $115 Million For Taxpayers

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 10, 2017
BLM News:
 
AMARILLO, Texas ― The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that $115 million generated from the 2016 sale and auction of crude helium from the Federal Helium Reserve is being transferred to the U.S. Treasury.
 
The Federal Helium Reserve is a resource owned by the American people and managed by the BLM’s Amarillo, Texas, Field Office. The helium revenues were received in accordance with the Helium Stewardship Act of 2013, which provided for market-based pricing and competitive auctions for the sale of Federal helium.
 
The BLM’s Federal
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Star Party: Fort Union National Monument July 22

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 10, 2017
Courtesy photo
 
FUNM News:
 
WATROUS ― Fort Union National Monument announces its next Star Party, weather permitting, Saturday night July 22.
 
New Mexico is renowned for its enchanting landscape and open skies. Throughout history, mankind has turned their eyes to the celestial bodies of the night sky in awe and wonder. The stars found in the dark sky have helped humanity to traverse the land and sea, prepare for the coming changes in seasons, and to inspire the imagination.
 
We once again invite you to join the “Dark Side” at Fort Union National Monument as
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PBS Science Café: Invisible Universe Revealed

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 10, 2017

Hubble launched in 1990 and has taken fascinating images like this one since then. Courtesy/NASA

PEEC News:

The Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium is hosting presentation on one of NASA’s most ambitious experiments. After watching NOVA: Invisible Universe Revealed, Dr. Rick Wallace of Los Alamos will discuss the astronomical significance of the Hubble’s findings, including cosmic expansion and supermassive black holes. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to uncover the invisible mysteries of our Universe.

Wallace has a Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University Read More

Military Order of World Wars Hosts Picnic July 18

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 9, 2017

MOWW News:

This month’s meeting of the Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) is Tuesday, July 18. The meeting also is the MOWW annual picnic at the Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse Shack on North Mesa.

This Month’s speaker is LANL scientist Rick Wallace. He will discuss the astronomical significance of the sun, summer solstice and its resulting seasons. He also will talk about eclipses, especially the one Aug. 21 that will cross the United States.

Note the change in location for this month only. The Posse Shack on North Mesa Road. Take Diamond Drive east past the Golf Course and straight through Read More

Family Night At Los Alamos Nature Center July 11

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 9, 2017

Melissa Mackey

PEEC News:

Tuesday, July 11, is Family Night at the Los Alamos Nature Center.

Enjoy an evening of games and hands-on activities 6-7 p.m. with Mesa Public Library’s Melissa Mackey. The nature center will be open until 8 p.m. for exploring the exhibits.

The second Tuesday of each month is Family Night at the nature center. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos, this program is free for all.

Next month’s Family Night is Aug. 9.

For more information about this and other programs offered by the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), visit www.peecnature.org Read More

CDC: Protect Your Child’s Skin From The Sun

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 9, 2017
 Courtesy photo
 
CDC News:
 
Just a few serious sunburns can increase your child’s risk of skin cancer later in life.
 
Kids don’t have to be at the pool, beach or on vacation to get too much sun. Their skin needs protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays whenever they’re outdoors.
 
Seek shade. UV rays are strongest and most harmful during midday, so it’s best to plan indoor activities then. If this is not possible, seek shade under a tree, an umbrella, or a pop-up tent. Use these options to prevent sunburn, not to seek relief after it’s happened. Cover up.
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