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Van Waffle

Writer, Naturalist, Photographer

Tag: environmentalism

Farley Mowat leaves an imprint

Posted on May 7, 2014March 3, 2022 by Van Waffle

Well-known Canadian author and environmentalist Farley Mowat has died at 92. His 1963 bestseller, Never Cry Wolf, is credited with changing public perception…

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A spiritual approach: environmental practicalities

Posted on June 12, 2013June 10, 2013 by Van Waffle

This is guest post exchange day in the 2013 WordCount Blogathon. This story comes from the U.S. West Coast, courtesy of my friend…

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Dark ecology and a narcissistic society

Posted on February 5, 2013February 5, 2013 by Van Waffle

Dark ecology: searching for truth in a post-green world, in the current issue of Orion, reads like a dark mirror. I glimpse my…

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The confusing lingo of being good to nature

Posted on October 4, 2012October 10, 2012 by Van Waffle

I recently interviewed a biodynamic farmer who did not like the label sustainable, and he is not the only one. Many people who…

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What would Rachel Carson do?

Posted on September 29, 2012June 20, 2013 by Van Waffle

A world-altering book, Silent Spring, hit the shelves 50 years ago this week. The gospel according to Rachel raised awareness of the widespread,…

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Ending alienation from nature

Posted on August 21, 2012August 21, 2012 by Van Waffle

Eighteen months ago, living in an apartment without direct access to personal green space, I felt woefully disconnected from nature. It hit me…

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Rally and Celebration for Guelph’s Two Rivers.

Posted on June 5, 2012August 7, 2012 by Van Waffle

  It is an important time for river advocates in Guelph. Tonight City Council will vote whether to update the city’s Official Plan…

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Inspiration: Wendell Berry

Posted on May 19, 2012May 18, 2012 by Van Waffle

We all need people who inspire us, whether heroes, models, mentors or friends. During the WordCount Blogathon Speed River Journal will present a…

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Another Rave Review for Guelph

Posted on April 18, 2012May 1, 2012 by Van Waffle

Guelph, my home city, received a glowing report on Terry Bradshaw’s TV show Profiles. It demonstrates how environmentalism and sustainability are integral to…

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Genius Loci: The Spirit of a Place is a Flickr group curated by Van with 250 members and growing, exploring how places influence our lives.

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