Sarah Abel
Integreate Nature
According to a report published by the National Academy of Science as sited in The Daily Journal, people are loosing touch with nature. Over the past 15 years there has been a decline in park visits, camping and hunting and fishing licenses, and a 23% drop in trips to watch wildlife. It is important that people stay connected with nature so that they advocate for its protection. As planners, you can bring nature to your city by integrating indoor landscaping into new and old developments.
Photo Source: www.greenprophet.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/image_abo... (accessed November 4, 2009).
References: Author Unknown. 2008. "Losing touch with nature?." The Daily Journal, Minnesota. www.ifallsdailyjournal.com/news/editorials/losing-touch-n... (accessed November 20, 2009).
Integreate Nature
According to a report published by the National Academy of Science as sited in The Daily Journal, people are loosing touch with nature. Over the past 15 years there has been a decline in park visits, camping and hunting and fishing licenses, and a 23% drop in trips to watch wildlife. It is important that people stay connected with nature so that they advocate for its protection. As planners, you can bring nature to your city by integrating indoor landscaping into new and old developments.
Photo Source: www.greenprophet.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/image_abo... (accessed November 4, 2009).
References: Author Unknown. 2008. "Losing touch with nature?." The Daily Journal, Minnesota. www.ifallsdailyjournal.com/news/editorials/losing-touch-n... (accessed November 20, 2009).