Tom Jones

Tour the Starkweather Conservancy
with retired Parks Dept superintendent Si Widstrand
Saturday April 14 at 9 AM.

Meet in the parking lot at the Marsh View Bike Path (361 Blettner Blvd. - north of the Main Post Office).

This property was formerly known as the Blettner family property. It is between Hwy 30 and Milwaukee St, north and east of the Voit property, northwest of Metro East Transfer Station. It contains a mature oak island on what appears to be a gravel morainal structure surrounded by wetland, remnant sedge meadow, desiccated wetlands, channelized stormwater flow from approximately 750 upland acres, a new bike trail and bridge, springs and seeps, and several stormwater ponds with associated wetlands. It has been home to nesting sandhill crane for several years, red fox in adjacent upland slopes, and numerous other species.

It offers a wonderful opportunity for restoration and enhancement by volunteers...
welcoming your suggestions and contributions.

Carl Landsness

#8739

From: "Olson, Elisabeth E - DNR" <Elisabeth.Olson@...>
Date: Thu Apr 12, 2012 1:22 pm
Subject: FW: Montana High School Superintendent and Principal openings

Elisabeth.Olson@...

Montana High School Superintendent and Principal Openings

Please pass along to those you think might be interested...

P Elisabeth E. Olson
Recycling and Waste Reduction Education and Outreach Coordinator
Wisconsin Green & Healthy Schools Director
Bureau of Waste and Materials Management
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
101 S. Webster Street
Madison, WI 53707-7921
Phone: (608) 264-9258
Fax: (608) 267-2768
E-mail: Elisabeth.Olson@...
www.RecycleMoreWisconsin.org
Please consider the environment before printing this email.

From: Sabrina Steketee [mailto:sabrina@...]
Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 05:31 PM
To: Olson, Elisabeth E - DNR
Subject: Montana High School Superintendent and Principal openings

Hi. I found this email address while searching for places to get the word out about our openings for a high school Superinttendent and Principal. I apologize in advance if this is something totally not of interest to you!

We are a small high school located in the Rocky Mountains of southwest Montana. Finding experienced and inspiring leaders for these two positions is our first challenge.

Both positions are open because we are ending a period of having only one administrator in favor of returning to a two-administrator team. Last year, we explored adding an assistant principal but the board worked through this year to find funding to establish a full principal position along with the superintendent. Details are below. Our options for salary are limited but we have tentatively identified around $65K plus benefits for the principal position and around $80K plus benefits for the superintendent position. Not sure how competitive these will be nationally but they are competitive for our size school in Montana. If we are as successful at the high school over the next years as we have been at the elementary, these will both be career-building opportunities.

If you know of anyone that would be a good candidate please let them know. If you have any ideas for me on getting the word out, I would love to hear them.

Thank you for your help!

Sabrina Steketee, Trustee, Jefferson High School, Boulder, Montana

Jefferson High School, Boulder, Montana seeks Superintendent and Principal candidates.

JHS is a single high school district of about 215 students. Current strategic planning has affirmed the board of trustee's commitment to provide the supports needed to place JHS at the forefront of secondary education in Montana and in the top 20% of high schools by any academic measure. As part of that commitment, both superintendent and principal positions are open as we return to staffing two positions after several years of staffing a single administrator.

Positions require current Montana superintendent or principal licensure or eligibility for certification through the state internship program as well as secondary teacher certification in subjects of need within the high school (currently counseling and art, also math or reading program improvement development). In order to staff two administrative positions, the district intends that each position will include 1/4 time teaching or other duties. The district may consider part-time candidates in lieu of the 1/4 time duties.

Ideal candidates will be motivational instructional leaders adept at influencing teaching and learning by building strong instructional programs, supporting staff through solid training and structure, and by championing the strength and potential of all students and families. Demonstrated leadership or high degree of participation in successfully implementing significant school-wide academic improvement is desired.

Four high-performing elementary school districts feed the high school district. Administration in those districts have led the way in successfully implementing programs such as RTI, curriculum mapping, Quantum Learning and Understanding by Design and provide a network of support for bringing same or similar efforts to the high school.

JHS sits in a high Rocky Mountains valley near the Continental Divide in Boulder, Montana. The Boulder river is described as one of the "best undiscovered trout streams" in Montana. An abundance of state and federal property provide access to fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, biking, snowmobiling and skiing. The area is rural but is in close proximity to the state capitol and the larger cities in SW Montana.

Although no one becomes an educator for the money, and no one lives in Montana for the high wages, it is the district's intention to attract the best possible candidates and provide a competitive salary and benefits package to the greatest extent possible. All candidates are encouraged to apply with salary and benefits to be determined.

For more information and an application packet for either position, please contact Sabrina Steketee via email at sabrina@.... Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

#8740

From: Heather Allen <heather.joanne.allen@...>
Date: Thu Apr 12, 2012 7:49 pm
Subject: April 21: Save Our Lakes Summit

heather.joanne.allen@...

www.cleanlakesalliance.com/summit

You are invited to the Save Our Lakes Summit on Saturday April 21. �Register ASAP to reserve your space!

Heather Allen

Policy and Program Manager

Clean Lakes Alliance, of Dane County
8020 Excelsior Dr. Suite 201
Madison, WI� 53717
(O) 608.836.4001
(M) 202.243.9847

(F) 608.836.6329
www.cleanlakesalliance.com

The Clean Lakes Alliance (CLA) is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization dedicated to the improvement and protection of the lakes, streams and wetlands in the Yahara Watershed.� Through community support, advocacy and education, CLA is leading the charge to restore and protect the lakes for future generations.

#8741

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Date: Fri Apr 13, 2012 2:57 am
Subject: More re Starkweather Conservancy walking tour Sat. April 14 9AM

weneedadream

For those interested in exploring novel ways of working with nature (e.g. for healing both environment and humanity), I will facilitate a short discussion (15-30 minutes) after Si finishes the walking tour. Examples of such ways are here, here, here, here, and attached.

I will go much deeper into such possibilities (beyond talk) on a sunrise to sunset Earth Day walk (Sun. April 22) from Olbrich to Picnic Point... inviting gifted earth healers, shamans, and energy workers to share and facilitate.

Carl

--- On Tue, 4/10/12, Carl Landsness <earthchild@...> wrote:

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Subject: Starkweather Conservancy walking tour Sat. April 14 9-10AM
To: einpc@yahoogroups.com, sustaindane@yahoogroups.com, SASYNA-Discussions@yahoogroups.com, fsc-discuss@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, April 10, 2012, 4:09 PM

Tour the Starkweather Conservancy
with retired Parks Dept superintendent Si Widstrand
Saturday April 14 at 9 AM.

Meet in the parking lot at the Marsh View Bike Path (361 Blettner Blvd. - north of the Main Post Office).

This property was formerly known as the Blettner family property. It is between Hwy 30 and Milwaukee St, north and east of the Voit property, northwest of Metro East Transfer Station. It contains a mature oak island on what appears to be a gravel morainal structure surrounded by wetland, remnant sedge meadow, desiccated wetlands, channelized stormwater flow from approximately 750 upland acres, a new bike trail and bridge, springs and seeps, and several stormwater ponds with associated wetlands. It has been home to nesting sandhill crane for several years, red fox in adjacent upland slopes, and numerous other species.

It offers a wonderful opportunity for restoration and enhancement by volunteers...
welcoming your suggestions and contributions.

Carl Landsness

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#8742

From: "aldoleopoldnaturecenter" <devcomm@...>
Date: Fri Apr 13, 2012 7:48 pm
Subject: Hiring Immediately: Exhibit Team Staff

aldoleopoldn...

Exhibit Team Staff

The Aldo Leopold Nature Center in Monona seeks energetic individuals to join its Weekend Exhibit Team. Staff is now being hired to assist with the Center's new public exhibit program on climate change, renewable energy and the environment. Weekend staff will welcome and assist visitors as they explore exhibits, programs and interactive touch-screen exhibits on climate, weather, renewable energy and the environment.

ALNC is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmental education for schoolchildren, their teachers, and families. In addition to the public exhibit program, it offers programs for schools and the public on sites in Monona and Black Earth, Wisconsin, and organizes Nature Net, a consortium of environmental education providers in southern Wisconsin.

Time Commitment:

Exhibit Team Staff Members are committed part-time monthly positions during the Center's public hours. Candidates must be available on the third weekend of each month (10am-5pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday), and some additional special event/holiday weekends � or as needed. The option of increasing hours may be available in the future.
Position available immediately.
Compensation: $12.50/hr.
Opportunities: Gain experience in a "high-tech, high-touch" state-of-the-art facility using a wide range of educational technology, including digital curriculum, theaters, museum exhibits/displays, interpretation and programming, etc., and become familiar with a variety of non-formal educational techniques, curriculum and communication.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Staff the exhibit floor, run exhibits and provide interpretation for public.
Manage Admissions, provide information and customer service.
Assist with exhibit floor procedures and volunteer docent program; manage volunteers.
Assist with guest speakers, presentations and special events.
Assist with maintenance and development of a variety of multimedia educational technologies.
Assist with other administrative and customer service duties, such as front desk, gift shop, membership, etc.
Opening and closing duties and other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age.
College degree or some college education preferred.
Commitment and reliability; ability to manage and direct volunteers.
Interest in education about the environment, energy, or weather/climate; strong science background or interest preferred.
Cheerful, positive and open attitude, excellent communication skills, and ability to work with public of all ages.
Flexibility and creativity.
Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task.
Experience working with technology (IT, A/V equipment, etc.); computer skills (Microsoft Office, etc.) preferred.
Reliable transportation to ALNC.

How to Apply:
Individuals interested in this position are required to send a cover letter, resume and two references to:

Brenna Holzhauer, Special Assistant to Nature Net and Climate Education Center
Aldo Leopold Nature Center
330 Femrite Drive, Monona, WI 53716
brenna@...
(608) 216-9375

#8743

From: "Plantenberg, Katy" <KPlantenberg@...>
Date: Fri Apr 13, 2012 8:40 pm
Subject: Olbrich Leaf Mulch Sales

KPlantenberg@...

Buy the same leaf mulch used in Madison’s award-winning Olbrich Botanical Gardens for your home garden. Leaf mulch is a natural product that reduces weeds, conserves water, and nourishes the soil. It’s beneficial for annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, and in vegetable gardens.

This leaf mulch is available only through Olbrich and is made from leaves the City of Madison picks up every fall. Olbrich composts, shreds, and bags the leaf mulch for the sale. All proceeds from the sale benefit Olbrich Botanical Gardens, which uses sustainable gardening methods and teaches homeowners how to garden sustainably.

For more information visit Olbrich’s Leaf Mulch web page.

Full-Service Bagged & Bulk Sales

April 13, 2 – 5 p.m.

April 14, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

May 24 & 25, 12 – 5 p.m. – NEW FOR 2012!

The full-service Olbrich Leaf Mulch Sale is open to the public on Friday, April 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. and Saturday, April 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. New for 2012, two additional full-service sales are on Thursday, May 24, and Friday, May 25 from 12 to 5 p.m.

Drive through, and volunteers will load bagged mulch into your vehicle. Bags are $6.50 each plus tax. Each bag covers approximately 35 square feet when applied at a 2 to 3-inch depth. Bulk scoops are available for $40 each, plus tax, and are about 8 to 10 bags.

Maximize your support of the Gardens by paying with cash or check. Credit cards also accepted.

Bulk Mulch Sales

April 19, 21, 26, and 28, May 5 and 19

Save money by buying bulk tractor scoops on Thursdays, April 19 and 26, from 1 to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays, April 21, 28, May 5, and 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Olbrich will load your truck or trailer for you, while supplies last.

Bulk scoops are $40 each plus tax. Each scoop is approximately 8 to 10 bags of mulch and covers about 350 square feet at a depth of 2 to 3 inches.

Load-Your-Own Sales

While supplies last!

A self-serve, load-your-own sale continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, while supplies last. (Excluding during the full-service sales April 13-14). Bags are $6.50 each plus tax. Pay for mulch in Olbrich’s Growing Gifts shop, then load the bagged mulch into your car. Bags of mulch weigh up to 45 pounds – bring a friend to help you lift the bags!

Katy Plantenberg

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison, WI 53704

www.olbrich.org

#8744

From: "dawn_ramin" <dawn@...>
Date: Mon Apr 16, 2012 3:34 am
Subject: "Crossing the Line" Screening on Tues, April 17

dawn_ramin

A Green Tuesdays event:

"Crossing the Line: Defending Wisconsin's Environmental Commons"

** Oregon Village Hall **

117 Spring St.

6:30 pm

FREE and everyone is welcome!

The film highlights the individuals, families, and communities in Wisconsin that
stood up for their rights to clean air, land, and water - and won - with the
help of Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA).

Kimberlee Wright, Executive Director of MEA, will be on hand to speak and answer
questions.


At Green Tuesdays & Thursdays you can enjoy free films, presentations,
and conversations about making our world better together. Open to the
public in eight locations.

Oregon's Green Tuesdays Films & Lectures are on the 3rd Tuesday of the
month, from September through May, and are hosted by Oregon Working to
Live Sustainably (OWLS). The Green Tuesdays & Thursdays are sponsored
by the Natural Step Monona and supported with funding by the Dane County
Environmental Council, Madison Gas & Electric Foundation, and Richard & Judy
Fritz.

For A Green Tuesday or Thursday near you, see the complete calendar
here: www.tnsmonona.org/green-tuesdays-green-thursdays

#8745

From: Kayla Baake <kayla.baake@...>
Date: Mon Apr 16, 2012 7:20 pm
Subject: Annual Earth Day Open House

enact...

Please join us for our Annual Earth Day Open House!

Madison Environmental Group, LLC is excited�to introduce our new President, Leah Samson-Samuel, and would�like to invite you to an open house in our new office. Enjoy wine,

beer and light refreshments while you tour our space, meet our�wonderful staff, and learn more about the services we offer. For�more information about our company, please visit our website:�www.madisonenvironmental.com.

When: April 26th, 4:30 - 7:00pm

Location: 1914 Monroe Street, Suite 101

Contact Info: Kayla Baake,�608.280.0800,

kayla.baake@...

--
Kayla Baake
Community Relations Manager
Madison Environmental Group, LLC
1914 Monroe St. Suite 101
Madison, WI 53711
608-280-0800
www.enactwi.org
www.madisonenvironmental.com

We've moved! Please note our new address.

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#8746

From: "Senn Brown" <sennb@...>
Date: Mon Apr 16, 2012 10:28 pm
Subject: Tom Jones Exhibit at Madison's James Watrous Gallery

sennb@...

Kickapoo Valley Reserve Friends,

Tom Jones, Ho Chunk member and UW-Madison professor, has an exhibit at the James Watrous Gallery at Overture Center for Arts in downtown Madison on Sunday April 29, at 5:00pm. Senn

Tom Jones

Friday, March 9, 2012 - 11:00am - Sunday, April 29, 2012 - 5:00pm

James Watrous Gallery at Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St., 3rd Flr.

Madison

Wisconsin

Photographer Tom Jones's Encountering Cultures series captures the Rendezvous, historical reenactments of the French fur trade in North America. This subculture has utilized and adopted the material culture of Native Americans, often posing and presenting themselves dressed as Indians. Through turning the camera lens back on these reenactors, Jones explores their romanticization of Native American life. The exhibition includes a group of related vintage photographs from Jones's personal collection (tomjoneshochunk.com).

Tom Jones

An assistant professor of photography at UW–Madison, Tom Jones’s work may be found in the National Museum of the American Indian and the Chazen Museum of Art. Jones’s Ho Chunk identity is central to his work as an artist. Keenly aware of photography’s role in shaping white culture’s perception of “Indian-ness,” he uses his own camera to offer a perspective from within the Ho Chunk community. His subjects include the lives of contemporary Ho Chunk, Indian imagery at tourist destinations in the Wisconsin Dells, and enthusiasts who strive to reenact Indian life during the 18th-century French fur trade era. Jones’s most recent work uses plastic toy Indians to create abstract images that address “ the tensions and multiplicity of identity referents currently at play in the context of our perceived “post-race” country.”

( FYI from Senn )

#8747

From: Ingrid Andersson <ingrid@...>
Date: Mon Apr 16, 2012 11:13 pm
Subject: Making the Connection 2012

ingrid@...

MakingTheConnection2012 Flyer.pdf

A no-nonsense half-day conference targeted to health care workers but
open and affordable to all who care about connecting chemicals in our
homes, workplaces, air, food and water to our health.

Register soon!

Ingrid Andersson, RN, CNM
Steering Committee,
Wisconsin Environmental Health Network

Online brochure:
https://admin.ocpd.wisc.edu/db/Documents/Public/1543/MTC%202012%20Brochure-F.pdf
The link for online registration: http://www.ocpd.wisc.edu/course_catalog/

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#8748

From: "Jean Schneider" <j@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 2:37 pm
Subject: Soap Making Workshop this weekend

j1979621

Soap Making: Herbal, Milk Based and Felted Fun!

Join herbalist Linda Conroy as we spend the afternoon making a wide variety of soap that you can take home! We will make soap that contains whole herbs as well as fresh goat milk. In addition we will both dry and wet felt soap. Felted soap is fun and acts as a wash cloth and exfoliant. Participants will leave with recipes, soap and the confidence to handle this process safely and wisely at home.

Date: Sunday April 22nd, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm

To register visit: http://www.tokencreekecoinn.com/workshops

Jean Schneider

Token Creek Eco-Inn

3919 Gray Road Deforest, WI 53532

608-513-0016

www.TokenCreekEcoInn.com

#8749

From: Don Ferber <d_ferber@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 3:58 pm
Subject: Helen Caldicott talk this evening

d_ferber...

Apologies for cross postings.

Internationally known anti-nuclear activist Helen Caldicott will be speaking this evening at the UW Madison. Her talk is entitled "If You Love This Planet: A Plan to Save it".

Tuesday, April 17 - 7:30 PM

Room 3650 UW Humanities Building, 455 N Park St

Sponsored by UW-Madison, Department of Sociology, Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice, and Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin.

#8750

From: jessie lerner <jtlerner@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 4:42 pm
Subject: You are invited - April 25th Sustainable Business Network Meeting

jessie.lerner

Hello Friends,

�

We hope to see you at the April Sustainable Business Network Breakfast Meeting. RSVP today for April 25^th to hear Tim Metcalfe speak on Corporate Social Sustainability. If you are not yet a member, join us for your organization�s first meeting for free. Please pass this invite on to others you think would be interested in attending.

�

Warm wishes,
Jessie

�

Jessie Lerner

Director, Sustainable Business Initiative

SUSTAIN�DANE

e: jessie@...�

p: 608.819.0689
www.sustaindane.org

�

**Are you a Sustainable Business Network Member? Join us on April 25^th to hear Tim Metcalfe speak on Corporate Social Sustainability.**

�

#8751

From: jessie lerner <jtlerner@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:12 pm
Subject: You are invited to Full Spectrum Solar 10 year anniversary open house

jessie.lerner

Join Full Spectrum Solar for their 10th Year Anniversary Open House this Friday!

�

Full Spectrum Solar is proud to welcome you to our zero-energy-cost office and shop, featuring 11.5kW of solar power on our awning and roof, super-insulated construction, radiant in-floor heat, and our Chevy Volt extended-range electric car. Enjoy refreshments while talking to our knowledgeable staff about the energy-saving steps we've taken and learn how you can produce clean, renewable energy at your own home or office.�Beer and wine will be served alongside hors d'oeuvres from 5 to 6 PM. �

For�more information about our company and the event, please visit our website: www.fullspectrumsolar.com. �

�

When: Friday, April 20th, 10 AM to 6 pm

�

Location: 1240 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WI

�

Contact Info: Toby Linzmeier or Burke O'Neal

info@...

(608) 284-9495

#8752

From: "Hans Noeldner" <hans_noeldner@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 7:06 pm
Subject: War on Carbon, War on Drugs

spunkledevil

www.entropicjournal.blogspot.com

Fellow Cogitators & Cogitatresses:

Consider that those tactics which have been used in the War on Drugs may fare no better in a War on Carbon. Specifically, attempts to curtail supply will fail if we do not simultaneously curtail DEMAND.

Granted, a police state on the order of North Korea could curtail demand among an unconvinced population. But who wants that?

If we hope to endure as a self-governing people, we must become willing to govern our own emissions. Therefore our goal should be to gain a voting majority of citizens who WANT to emit less – even if that means “giving up” some material comforts and luxuries. After all, if the project of Climate Change mitigation is as important as we say it is, why should we apologize for demanding inconvenience or sacrifice? THIS IS NO TIME TO BE TIMID!

In short, we need a mass conversion. Which means we need many thousands of evangelists, shoe leather on the ground, going door-to-door just like the Mormons. “Wet work” as they say in the military, albeit in this case killing off desire for the unsustainable.

And who might those evangelist/warriors be? If not us, who?

Hans Noeldner

Pedestrian/Bicycle/Transit/Sustainability Advocate

Oregon, Wisconsin

608-444-6190

#8753

From: "John Ribolzi" <john.ribolzi@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 7:09 pm
Subject: Community Car Earth Week Events: Free Application and Referal Discount too!

jtribolzi

Dear Friends and Members,

We hope to see you at one of the multiple Earth Week events. And, in honor of Earth Week we are offering a Free Community Car Application ($35 value)! Apply for free at one of the following events. If you're already a member? Don't forget to tell your friends and family to join and take advantage of the $10 referral driving credit.

Earth Week Events:

Thursday, April 17^th, 6pm & 8pm: Community Car and Sustain Dane are collaborating to screen the film The Big Fix at Redamte Coffee House, 449 State Street. Show times for The Big Fix are at 6pm and 8pm. There is a suggested donation of $5 and all attendees receive a free application to Community Car. Please see the attached flyer for more details.

Saturday, April 21^st, 9am – 5pm: Join Community Car for free at this year's Isthmus Green Day event at the Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolan Drive, between 9am - 5pm. For more details on Madison's one-day sustainability celebration, please visit http://www.thedailypage.com/green/.

Tuesday, April 24^th, 5pm – 7pm: Come Get Your Green On with Community Car! Our annual member appreciation event will be held this year between 5pm - 7pm in the upstairs bar at Brocach Irish Pub, 7 West Main Street, on the Square. Appetizers will be served, new memberships will be free, and it will be a great opportunity to meet fellow members and the Community Car Staff.

Consider taking a Community Car out for a Sunday drive and attend Sonya's Earth Day event in Viroqua.

Sunday April 22^nd, 12 noon - 4pm Earth Day NewenHouse OpenHouse, 422 Hickory St. Viroqua WI
Tour our Furnace Free sustainable home and enjoy, cake, Kickapoo Coffee and cello music preformed by Caroline Carlson.
This is a family friendly event. Call Sonya Newenhouse (President of Community Car) for questions at (608) 220-8029 or email her at sonya@.... You can follow Sonya's BLOG about NewenHouse on the website of Natural Home Magazine. Here's a recent story about the home. Directions (2 hours NW of Madison).

We are looking forward to seeing you and celebrating Earth Week together.

Thank you for supporting local carsharing in Madison through Community Car,

Jamie, John, Sonya and Sue

************************************

John T Ribolzi

Vice President

Community Car, LLC.

608.204.0000 (w)

608.217.1218 (c)

608.280.8108

www.communitycar.com

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#8754

From: Mark Bardenwerper <citrogsa@...>
Date: Tue Apr 17, 2012 11:06 pm
Subject: Re: [SustainDane] War on Carbon, War on Drugs

citroenid19

On 4/17/2012 2:06 PM, Hans Noeldner wrote:

Fellow Cogitators & Cogitatresses:

Consider that those tactics which have been used in the War on Drugs may fare no better in a War on Carbon. Specifically, attempts to curtail supply will fail if we do not simultaneously curtail DEMAND.

Granted, a police state on the order of North Korea could curtail demand among an unconvinced population. But who wants that?

If we hope to endure as a self-governing people, we must become willing to govern our own emissions. Therefore our goal should be to gain a voting majority of citizens who WANT to emit less – even if that means “giving up” some material comforts and luxuries. After all, if the project of Climate Change mitigation is as important as we say it is, why should we apologize for demanding inconvenience or sacrifice? THIS IS NO TIME TO BE TIMID!

In short, we need a mass conversion. Which means we need many thousands of evangelists, shoe leather on the ground, going door-to-door just like the Mormons. “Wet work” as they say in the military, albeit in this case killing off desire for the unsustainable.

And who might those evangelist/warriors be? If not us, who?

Start here >

We want to reconfigure how we use our transportation system. Right now, the paradigm is to make it larger and more elaborate. But we should be making it more profitable to not drive. that is, we should have work for our people where they live. They can either want to live where the work is, then leave those remote places for the retired and those in service to them, or put work back into our communities where we live.
I tire of being told that jobs sent overseas will NEVER come back. I just don't want to believe that.

-- Mark L. Bardenwerper, Sr.
Technology...thoughtfully, responsibly.
Visit me at http://citroen.cappyfabrics.com

#8755

From: "Eggert, Thomas L - DNR" <thomas.eggert@...>
Date: Wed Apr 18, 2012 10:26 pm
Subject: April 20 Meeting of the Sustainability Meets Entrepreneurship Speaker Series, featuring John Wittmann, VP Sales, RES Manufacturing

eggertom

John Wittmann, VP of sales for RES Manufacturing will be in town on Friday at noon to talk about growing a cleantech company by bring jobs back to WI that have been lost oversees. Plan on joining us in 5120 of Grainger.

Tom

From: Eggert, Thomas L - DNR [mailto:Thomas.Eggert@...]
Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 10:03 AM
Cc: jwittmann@...
Subject: April 20 Meeting of the Sustainability Meets Entrepreneurship Speaker Series, featuring John Wittmann, VP Sales, RES Manufacturing

Mark your calendars for Friday, April 20th, for John Wittmann, VP of Sales at RES Manufacturing.

John will talk about the reshoring of manufacturing, and the opportunities presented by the cleantech sector. Whether we are talking about manufacturing wind turbines, electric cars, solar panels or trains, these are all jobs that can be brought back to WI. RES Manufacturing is identifying opportunities for reshoring jobs that have been lost overseas in the past, and he will talk about the opportunities that they have identified.

Thank you to Toni Sikes for her excellent presentation on the being a venture capitalist and how her role grew out of her experience as an entrepreneur. Attendees were treated to a unique opportunity to spend time with one of the more accomplished entrepreneurs and venture capitalists in the state.

These presentations represent the breadth of the CleanTech Community Forum presentations. We have been meeting for three years, providing an opportunity for the public to receive an "inside" look at what is happening within some of the state's most creative entrepreneurial efforts.

Please join us to hear John Wittmann on Friday, April 20th at noon. We will meet in room 5120 of Grainger (975 University Ave in Madison).

Registration (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dDVXNGhQdlhjU05hbU8tYlBDVFNVY2c6MQ) is requested so that I can make sure you get information about upcoming sessions. The Friday session will conclude no later than 1:15.

John is the 6th and last speaker for the spring series.

I expect that we will again offer a speaker series over the summer at our usual time on Fridays at noon. More information to follow.

We have been offering these community forums since spring of 2009. Additional information on the community forums is available here: http://ww.bus.wisc.edu/business-sustainability/classes/communityforum/

The event is free. Please share information about the Community Forum with others who might be interested.

Additional information is available from Tom Eggert at 608 267-2761 or at teggert@....

Thank you for your interest in CleanTech and these community forums!

Tom

"People who seem to have a new idea often have just stopped having an old idea." Amory Lovins

Tom Eggert
608 267-2761

#8756

From: "Hartwig, Marcia" <hartwig@...>
Date: Thu Apr 19, 2012 12:59 pm
Subject: FW: Help a Student Project to Save the Lakes

dobesaver

-----Original Message-----
From: Jacqueline Sharpee [mailto:jsharpee@...]
Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 6:35 PM
To: info@...; tcurley@...; Lakes and Watershed Commission; Hartwig, Marcia
Subject: Help a Student Project to Save the Lakes

Dear Conservationists,

My name is Jacqui Sharpee and I am a current UW Madison student. For a semester project my group and I are working on having a canvas campaign to save Dane County's lakes. We would greatly appreciate if you, your organization, or your volunteers would be willing to assist us with our goal of making a difference in the community. Below you will find the invitation which lists all of the details. Please spread the word!

Thanks!

Volunteers needed for the 2012 Reclaim Our Lakes canvas campaign!

WHAT: In conjunction with Earth Day, Sustain Dane is hosting a Dane County canvas campaign that draws awareness to urban source lake runoff. We are looking for volunteers to distribute informational materials to private households.

WHY: To inform Dane County residents how their household contributes to lake pollution, and what small & easy steps they can take to reduce their negative impact.

WHEN & WHERE: Join a brief training session on Saturday, April 21st at 9 a.m. at 1170 Grainger to pick up the materials and secure a residential location to target. You will be performing the canvas at your own convenience from April 21-28.

For more information and to RSVP for the event, visit the �2012 Reclaim Our Lakes for Earth Day� Facebook page or contact Aziza Jones at acjones3@....

--
Jacqueline Sharpee
University of Wisconsin-Madison/University College Dublin
Marketing and Management & Human Resources
jsharpee@...
262-853-9117

#8757

From: "Jess Armantrout, The Natural Step Monona" <jesstnsm@...>
Date: Thu Apr 19, 2012 3:41 pm
Subject: You're Invited: Special Screening of Green Fire

jesstnsm

Please join us for a very special screening of the film Green Fire at the Monona Public Library on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at 6:00 pm in the Media/Community Room.

Green Fire is the first feature length documentary film ever made about famed conservationist Aldo Leopold. Emmy-Award winning narrator Peter Coyote lends his talent as the voice of Aldo Leopold, and the film's on-screen guide is Curt Meine, Leopold's biographer. The film explores Aldo Leopold's life in the early part of the twentieth century and the many ways his land ethic idea continues to be applied all over the world today.

Enjoy fantastic free treats from Whole Foods, giveaways, a short discussion led by an Aldo Leopold Foundation Land Ethic Leader, and a few other surprises, in honor of Earth Week and one man's vision on how we use and interact with the land.

You can register online through the Monona Library. The film is 72 minutes long. The Monona Public Library is at 1000 Nichols Road.

Bring your teenagers with you! Lets spark the conservation conversation!

Brought to you by The Natural Step Monona, the Monona Public Library, the Monona Sustainability Committee, and Whole Foods Market.

Jess Armantrout

The Natural Step Monona

#8758

From: Aaron Crandall <ciarca99@...>
Date: Thu Apr 19, 2012 6:06 pm
Subject: Fw: CALL TO ACTION! SPREAD THE WORD!!! FREE BUS TOUR TICKETS FOR SUSTAINABLE SHOWCASE!

ciarca99

----- Forwarded Message -----
From: Troy Thiel <troythiel@...>
Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2012 12:21 PM
Subject: CALL TO ACTION! SPREAD THE WORD!!! FREE BUS TOUR TICKETS FOR SUSTAINABLE SHOWCASE!

Our commercial tour group have put an AMAZING stable of properties on tour tomorrow and we've all promoted the heck out of the event but tour sign ups are very light and we want to PACK the bus with attendees who will learn a LOT about great Sustainable Commercial building techniques!

So there are at least 20 FREE TICKETS available....feel free to use below or adapt as you see fit! Spread the word!

"FREE TICKETS!!! To the Sustainable Showcase Guided Commercial Property Bus Tour tomorrow from 1 to 5! First come, first serve! Register at Sustainable Showcase FREE Tickets to the Commercial Guided Bus Tour available! Tour is tomorrow from 1-5ish...must register online at http://www.sustainableshowcase.info/bus-ticket-information.html

It's a great tour set up!"

Also, today and tomorrow is your chance to send out another BLAST email promoting the event!!! Ticket sales and turnout are essential...do what you can to help promote in the next few days! And critical to helping make the event a success!

Also, don't forget, Event reception tomorrow from 5-7 at the Old Fashioned 2nd level room....free hors douvres, more info on fantastic habitat for humanity updates and great networking! Please come!!!

Troy Thiel

The Thiel Team-Keller Williams Capitol Square

Over 450 Properties & $85 Million Sold!

www.ThielTeam.com

Call or Text Me Today at (608) 347-9670

#8759

From: Phil Busse <phil@...>
Date: Thu Apr 19, 2012 7:18 pm
Subject: please help with lake cleanup canvas

phil@...

Earth Day is approaching! Do your part to clean up Madison’s lakes.

Sustain Dane has been working with four University of Wisconsin students on a marketing and management project for a “team management” course. These students are excited about promoting lake cleanup—and have produced materials instructing residents on simple measures we each can take to help out. To get the word out, they also are organizing neighborhood canvases.

It is a great way to help reduce waste runoff. If you can help these students get out the word, these efforts can have far-reaching effects—and also encourage these students to continue their interest in civic engagement.

WHEN & WHERE: Join a brief training session on Saturday, April 21^st at 9 a.m. in 1170 Grainger Hall to pick up the materials and secure a residential location to target. You will be performing the canvas at your own convenience from April 21-28.

For more information and to RSVP for the event, visit the “2012 Reclaim Our Lakes for Earth Day” Facebook page or contact Aziza Jones at acjones3@....

#8760

From: Rachel Martin <rachel@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 12:12 am
Subject: Agroecology Slow Food Dinner, this Friday, Apr 20, 7pm

rachel@...

Come join in on a super supper event that will be happening this Friday, April 20th, at 7pm, at the Crossing, 1127 University Ave. (the corner of University and Charter St.).

The Agroecology graduate students will be teaming up with Slow Food UW to serve a delicious slow food dinner, the profits of which will benefit the Small Grants Fund for graduate student projects in sustainable agriculture and food systems.

Tickets will be available today at the Slow Food lunch cafe for $7 (which is also held at the Crossing, 11:30am to 2pm), or at the door on Friday night for $9.

The menu includes two delightfully flavorful savory bread puddings, a lovely and refreshing carrot soup, a fresh spinach salad, and to top it all off a rhubarb-crisp served with Sassy Cow creamery ice cream.

Ingredients have been graciously donated by Cres Spring Bakery, Emancipation Farms, Trautman Farms, and Sassy Cow Creamery.

#8761

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 2:57 am
Subject: Starkweather Creek clean-up: Sat. 9AM

weneedadream

The annual Earth Day clean-up of Starkweather Creek will commence Sat. April 21 at 9AM...
meeting at Olbrich boat landing next to the Thai Pavilion.
Most clean-up will be done from canoes, some by land.

This has been a very eye-opening and fulfilling experience for me in past years...
experiencing an almost wilderness experience in an urban setting...
while removing urban trash.
Last year's report and photos here.

This watershed covers a surprisingly large portion of Madison's east side (map here)...
with a surprisingly large amount of green space (including many restored areas and trails).
Many opportunities exist for further restoration and enhancement (volunteers and city).

Friends of Starkweather website here.

Carl Landsness
395-7265

#8762

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 3:44 am
Subject: More re: Starkweather Creek clean-up: Sat. 9AM

weneedadream

Map: http://nelson.wisc.edu/docs/map.pdf

Detailed study: http://nelson.wisc.edu/docs/report.pdf

Last year's clean-up: http://starkweatherfriends.org/newsletters/TrickleSpring2011.pdf

Restoration projects: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fscb/message/1250, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ekenpark/message/465, http://cityofmadison.com/engineering/stormwater/starkweathercreek.cfm, http://mononadoug.blogspot.com/2010/07/starkweather-creek-bike-trail.html

Starkweather bridge over E. Washington: http://www.flickr.com/photos/madison_guy/2809808441/, http://www.flickr.com/photos/madison_guy/2697090207/, http://landscapeonline.com/research/lasn/2008/08/img/Madison/Madison-7.jpg

--- On Thu, 4/19/12, Carl Landsness <earthchild@...> wrote:

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Subject: [fsc-announce] Starkweather Creek clean-up: Sat. 9AM
To: SASYNA-Discussions@yahoogroups.com, fscb@yahoogroups.com, einpc@yahoogroups.com, sustaindane@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, April 19, 2012, 9:57 PM

The annual Earth Day clean-up of Starkweather Creek will commence Sat. April 21 at 9AM...
meeting at Olbrich boat landing next to the Thai Pavilion.
Most clean-up will be done from canoes, some by land.

This has been a very eye-opening and fulfilling experience for me in past years...
experiencing an almost wilderness experience in an urban setting...
while removing urban trash.
Last year's report and photos here.

This watershed covers a surprisingly large portion of Madison's east side (map here)...
with a surprisingly large amount of green space (including many restored areas and trails).
Many opportunities exist for further restoration and enhancement (volunteers and city).

Friends of Starkweather website here.

Carl Landsness
395-7265

#8763

From: Carl Landsness <earthchild@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 4:51 am
Subject: Green Fire (re Aldo Leopold) screening at Pinney Library Fri. 7pm

weneedadream

A nice way to launch Earth Day weekend:
https://www.aldoleopold.org/greenfire/findshowing.php?country=USA&state=74

Trailer: http://youtube.com/watch?v=iQED4YEMx9A

#8764

From: "Ed Blume" <eblume@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 4:52 pm
Subject: RENEW Wisconsin seeks intern

edblume

http://www.renewwisconsin.org

Multi-talented Intern Needed at Renewable Energy Advocacy Nonprofit

Who? RENEW Wisconsin (RENEW) is a 21-year-old Madison based non profit organization that advocates with a mission of increasing the production of clean renewable energy in Wisconsin. Web site: http://renewwisconsin.org/. RENEW consists of three professional staff, a part-time intern, and volunteers. http://renewwisconsin.org/about/bod.htm

What? RENEW seeks the services of a multi-talented individual who has a basic knowledge of and interest in renewable energy. The ideal candidate would be skilled in writing, data base management, on line social media and mapping software, and is flexible with a variety of tasks and shifting needs of a small office environment.

Where? RENEW’s office is located at 222 S. Hamilton in downtown Madison, two blocks from the Capitol.

How much? The intern will be expected to work 10-15 hours a week on a contract monthly basis for $400.

When? The opening is available immediately.

Other benefits: Learning new skills and applying information learned in the classroom. Building your resume. Gaining references.

How to apply: Submit a cover letter and resume by May 1, 2012 to: Ed Blume, Communications & Operations Manager, eblume@....

Ed Blume

RENEW Wisconsin

Communications/Outreach

222 S. Hamilton St.

Madison, WI 53703

608.255.4044

#8765

From: "Ed Blume" <eblume@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 5:57 pm
Subject: RENEW touts renewable energy for value on Earth Day

edblume

From a news release issued by RENEW Wisconsin.

Renewable Energy Touted for Value on Earth Day

The price consumers pay for energy fails to account for the value of environmental improvement, energy diversity, and economic development, said Don Wichert, RENEW Wisconsin’s executive director, at an Earth Day information event at Wisconsin’s Capitol.

“In the case of solar energy, for example, this energy source offers the value proposition of very low or no air emissions, uses the energy available at the site, and keeps the energy dollars circulating through the local economy,” said Wichert.

Wichert compared renewable power to the value people pay for when choosing various vehicle transportation modes. Each takes you from one spot to another, but some offer more value that people are willing to pay for.

“Fossil based energy, in contrast, produces five to ten times more lifecycle green house gases, is dug out from the earth thousands of miles away from Wisconsin, and the majority of the money paid for this energy leaves the state,” Wichert said.

A recent survey of undecided Wisconsin voters showed that nearly 90% supported solar, wind, and hydro power as their preferred energy sources, according to Wichert. “With thousands of examples of small distributed renewable energy applications in Wisconsin, as well as 12 wind farms, it’s clear that renewable energy works and has huge potential for the Badger state.”

All of the Earth Day presentations for “Wisconsin Climate Change and Jobs Forum, Challenges and Solutions”uHHH can be seen on the Capitol Eye network at Capitol Eye Earth Day Forum. His presentation is available at renewwisconsinblog.org.

END

RENEW Wisconsin is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that organizes and represents businesses, and individuals who want more clean renewable energy produced in Wisconsin. More information on RENEW’s Web site at www.renewwisconsin.org.

#8766

From: "Golden, Jeff" <jgolden@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:02 pm
Subject: Clean Sweep

jeffreygolden61

http://www.cityofmadison.com/news/view.cfm?news_id=3170

See below.

Jeff Golden

Communications Manager

Public Health Madison & Dane County

(608) 243-0302

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�� Janel Heinrich, MA, MPH, Interim Director

NEWS RELEASE

Public Health - Madison & Dane County

For Immediate Release

Contact:�� Jeff Golden

�� (608) 243-0302

Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste Site 2012 Summer Hours Start on Tuesday May 1^st

A Time and Place to Protect our Environment

Madison WI, April 20, 2012 – Do you have a few boxes of old pesticides or paint thinners that have been sitting in your garage for a long time?� If your spring cleaning chores include getting rid of these items, bring them to Clean Sweep. The Clean Sweep Program for recycling household hazardous waste will start its 2012 summer hours on Tuesday, May 1^st, 2012.�

“Clean Sweep is a popular program that helps keep hazardous materials out of our environment and extends the life of our landfill,” said Dane County Executive Joe Parisi.� “And the county is looking forward to breaking ground this summer on a facility that will enable Clean Sweep to operate year round, making it even more convenient for citizens.”

Madison Mayor Paul Soglin added, “Clean Sweep provides a great opportunity to not only assist with spring cleaning but to keep hazardous material out of our landfills. As we celebrate Earth Day this weekend this reminder is even more timely.”

� Summer hours of operation are on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.��

� The site is located on 2302 Fish Hatchery Road in Madison, on the corner of Fish Hatchery and Badger Roads, behind the Dane County Highway Garage Building on the north end of the property.�

Due to a redesign/reconstruction of Fish Hatchery Road, please use the Badger Road entrance.�

� The last day of the summer season will be Saturday, October 31^st 2012.

� Leaving materials at the site when it is closed is illegal and can lead to a $2000 fine.

The Clean Sweep Program provides an opportunity for residents of Dane County to safely dispose of household hazardous materials, free of charge. The Product Exchange offers high quality and usable products brought to Clean Sweep by members of the public and offered free of charge.

The Small Business Collection Program accepts materials from small businesses and local units of government. These materials are accepted by appointment only Tuesday through Saturday mornings throughout the year.� Prior arrangements need to be made before bringing materials to the site, and there is a per pound charge for materials brought to the site. Business owners are reminded that they need to allow enough time to request registration materials and to submit an inventory of the materials for recycling. Registration is available on our web site at www.danecountycleansweep.com or by calling Dave Radisewitz, the Clean Sweep Coordinator, at (608) 243-0347.

Clean Sweep will also accept agriculturally-generated wastes. A Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection grant underwrites the disposal costs so there is no cost to farmers, and agricultural businesses only pay half the normal business rate. All farmers and agricultural-related businesses from Dane County are invited to participate.� Agricultural Clean Sweep Program participation is by appointment only, Tuesday through Saturday mornings throughout the year.

For more information on Clean Sweep programs, please refer to our web site at www.danecountycleansweep.com, or call our information line at (608) 243-0368. Let us help you to keep Madison and Dane County�s environment clean and healthy.

-END-

An online version of this release is available at

#8767

From: "aldoleopoldnaturecenter" <devcomm@...>
Date: Fri Apr 20, 2012 9:20 pm
Subject: Nature Discovery and Adventure Summer Camp Open House

aldoleopoldn...

Get a sneak preview of what's in store this summer at the Aldo Leopold Nature
Center (ALNC) Summer Camp Open House! On Thursday, April 26, from 4-6pm, you can
meet ALNC staff, see photos from last year's camps, and learn about our exciting
themes like Steward Little, Pioneer Wagon Train and Apostle Island Sea Kayaking!

ALNC summer camps offer exciting and educational opportunities for all ages-
toddlers, children, tweens and teens! These camps will provide your child with
hands-on experience in exploring the best of the outdoors and discovering the
wonders of the natural world.

ALNC Summer Camp Highlights include:
� Half-day and full-day options!
� Fun and diverse themes for all interests and skill levels!
� NEW Middle School camps that include orienteering, fishing, backpacking,
kayaking, and more!
� Preschool camps that provide a fun, bonding experience for you and your
toddler!
� Elementary School camps include fun topics like Pioneer Wagon Train,
Archaeology Adventures, Steward Little and more!
� Special bilingual sessions and overnight camps!
� All gear and transportation from the Monona Campus provided!
� All camps taught by experienced naturalists and guides!

Summer camp registration for all age levels is now open for ALNC Members and
Non-Members. ALNC Members receive a 10% discount on summer camps, plus a year of
free admission to ALNC's new interactive exhibits!