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“There is no domestic issue more important to America in the long run than the conservation and proper use of our natural resources, including fresh water, clean air, tillable soil, forests, wilderness, habitat for wildlife, minerals and recreational assets.”

Book:Beyond Earth Day: Fulfilling the Promise

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Beyond Earth Day: Fulfilling the Promise

Beyond Earth Day: Fulfilling the Promise delves into the challenges and opportunities for environmental sustainability. The book examines various initiatives, policies, and community efforts aimed at protecting the planet's natural resources and fostering a sustainable future. It provides insights into the science, technology, and social dynamics involved in achieving ecological balance and resilience. more

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Gaylord Nelson

Former United States Senator and environmental activist, Gaylord Nelson was born on June 4, 1916, and passed away on July 3, 2005. During his tenure, he advocated for several environmental laws and founded Earth Day. more

“The practice of conservation must spring from a conviction of what is ethically and aesthetically right, as well as what is economically expedient. A thing is right only when it tends to preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of the community, and the community includes the soil, waters, fauna, and flora, as well as people.”

People Wells Water Community Practice Environment Integrity Spring Conviction Preserves Soil Stability Conservation Flora

Author:Aldo Leopold

“We can and should have an abundance of trails for walking, cycling, and horseback riding, in and close to our cities. In the backcountry we need to copy the great Appalachian Trail in all parts of America.”

Needs Should America Cities Environment Walking Should Have Abundance Copies Riding Trails Cycling Horseback Horseback Riding Appalachian Trail

Book:Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Lyndon B. Johnson, 1965

Source: Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Lyndon B. Johnson, 1965

“Every twenty minutes on the Appalachian Trail, Katz and I walked farther than the average American walks in a week. For 93 percent of all trips outside the home, for whatever distance or whatever purpose, Americans now get in a car. On average the total walking of an American these days - that's walking of all types: from car to office, from office to car, around the supermarket and shopping malls - adds up to 1.4 miles a week, barely 350 yards a day.”