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I have been blessed to have wonderful opportunities at such places as; Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Wildlife Conservation Society and much more. Yet, my love of the outdoors goes beyond literature, research and endless days spent on top of a mountain; it's a sense of place. I am not here to stand on top of my soapbox and sway you on your own personal opinions and views in topics that I post. I am here merely to open some topics up that will get a conversation going about the on-goings happening in the Adirondacks. So kindly pull up a chair, get your coffee ready and join me in a lively conversation. Main Menu
June 2012 ArchivesI recently attended a presentation on "Fracking in NY" held at my local library. I attended the presentation to increase my knowledge on this subject and to interact with others, within my local area, regarding their views and opinions on this matter. I have found that many of us share a commonality to our concerns regarding water pollution, health concerns and land degradation, to name a few.
Continue reading To frack or not to frack...that is the question?.
One of the most spectacular species in the Adirondacks is the lime-green winged moth called, Luna Moth (Actias luna). Luna Moths are members of the Saturniidae family, also known as the Giant Silkworm Moths. The family name is based on eyespots found on most members of the family that contain concentric rings reminiscent of the planet Saturn. The Luna Moth received its name from its moon-like spots on its hingwings.
Continue reading Actias Luna: Better known as Luna Moth.
Last week, a $4.4 million investment was announced by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to deploy 325 electric vehicle charging stations across New York State. The funds will be awarded to ten companies, municipalities and other entities to create jobs, lower fossil fuels and cut toxic emissions.
Continue reading A sustainable investment in New York State.
I love to sit in my yard during the summer nights and watch for the signature glow emitted by fireflies, which belong in the family Lampyridae. This glow is produced by a light via a chemical reaction consisting of Luciferin (a substrate) combined with Luciferase (an enzyme), ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and oxygen.
Continue reading Firelies: The nocturnal bioluminescence species.
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Kristel Guimara Hello everyone and welcome! My name is Kristel Guimara and I currently live in the beautiful northern Adirondacks. I have my Bachelor's degree in Biology with a concentration in Environmental Science from Paul Smith's College located in Paul Smith's NY. Currently, I am in my second year of graduate school pursuing my Master's Degree in Conservation Biology from Green Mountain College in Poultney VT. I am currently researching the effects of black carbon concentration in the Adirondack snowpack which will be compared to samples taken in the Arctic Regions. This I hope will continue beyond my thesis requirement.
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