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It's fawn season! But don't be a fawn-napper. How can you avoid being a fawn-napper? Let these California Conservation Corps members and I explain. There is bonus footage in this video so watch the whole thing. Then teach others, so they don't become fawn-nappers!

Resilience has multiple forms...

[WEBINAR] New rules for developing isolated wetlands -- #LandUse attorney Lisa Murphy and Real Estate attorney Greg Lydon are joined by Bob Kerr, Director of Hampton Roads Division Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., to analyze the impact of Sackett v. EPA on #DevelopmentProjects projects nationwide. ◼ New rulemaking by the #EPA and the Corps of Engineers, which attempts to conform the agencies’ existing “Waters of the United States” definition to the holding in Sackett, which limits the agencies’ ability to regulate isolated #Wetlands. ◼ Analysis of the new regulatory environment with a focus on the logistics and likelihood of developing properties with isolated wetlands. 📎 Register: https://lnkd.in/epeCznAf

The US Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District just announced they are going to initiate high-volume discharges from Lake Okeechobee to both the east and west coasts this Saturday. They will be releasing 4,000 cfs west to the Caloosahatchee River, 1,800 cfs east to the St. Lucie River, and 500 cfs to Lake Worth Lagoon. This is really frustrating news, situations like these are why we founded #CaptainsForCleanWater in the first place—to put an end to damaging discharges that wreak havoc on our ecosystem, our communities, and our economy. The only way we'll be able to avoid dealing with situations like this year after year, is by building infrastructure and completing critical restoration projects that store, clean and send more beneficial water south to the Everglades instead of discharging massive amounts of dirty water to the coasts. And although we’ve seen a lot of progress in recent years, there’s still a lot of work left to do. In the meantime, the status quo and special interests perpetuate these situations, forcing every single stakeholder and ecosystem in South Florida’s waters to suffer, while one industry— #BigSugar —enjoys optimal conditions. #EvergladesRestoration is a HUGE undertaking—it's not an overnight fix. These projects will take years to complete, but with your help, we can continue prioritizing critical projects and get them across the finish line faster than ever before so that we can start seeing full-scale relief. So, stick with us and be a voice for our waters. The announcement this morning didn’t provide any timeline on the duration of releases, but we’ll be joining an Army Corps call later this afternoon where they’ll be discussing the specifics of the plan with the scientific community, and we’ll update you as we get more details. Stay tuned.

Meet the Termites: Queens, Soldiers, Workers, and Productive Termites! Hey everyone! Ever wondered who's who in the bustling world of termites? Let's take a peek into their fascinating society! Queens: Meet the matriarchs of the colony! These royal ladies are the egg-laying machines, responsible for perpetuating the termite kingdom. With a lifespan of decades, they ensure the colony's survival by producing thousands of eggs each day. Long live the queen! Soldiers: Donning their armored exoskeletons, soldiers are the defenders of the colony. Equipped with powerful jaws or chemical defenses, they protect against threats like ants and other invaders. Their sacrifice ensures the safety of their termite brethren! Workers: The unsung heroes of the colony, workers are the backbone of termite society. Tirelessly chewing through wood and cellulose, they build and maintain the nest, forage for food, and care for the young. They may be small, but their collective effort keeps the colony thriving! Productive Termites: Beyond the traditional roles, there's a myriad of termites contributing to the colony's success. From architects shaping intricate tunnels to farmers cultivating fungal gardens, these industrious minds drive innovation and adaptation. Together, they create a powerhouse of productivity! Termites may be small, but their teamwork and specialized roles make them a force to be reckoned with in the natural world! #innovpestmanagement #pestcontrol #cockroachcontrol

Where do you learn more about historic restoration?

Deer River Shoreline Stabilization: Restoring Vital Marshland with Beneficial Use of Dredged Material The Deer River Shoreline Stabilization Project is a key initiative aimed at protecting and restoring degraded marshlands along Mobile Bay’s western shore. This project, led by the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program (MBNEP) in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), utilizes dredged material from the Mobile Harbor Deepening Project to create nearly 19 acres of new marshland. By addressing shoreline erosion and habitat loss, this collaborative effort showcases how beneficial use of dredged material can promote ecological resilience and coastal protection. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District | Mobile Bay National Estuary Program | #dredgedmaterial #coastalrestoration #resiliency

Learning more about the United States Corps of Engineers' plans for New Orleans from John Koeferl Jeff Treffinger article on the uncalculated risks of building a new navigational lock complex in what is known locally as the Industrial Canal. Please read this - New Orleans needs a better lawyer y'all.

🌊🛤️ Cape Cod Trivia: Dive into the captivating history of the Cape Cod Canal, a man-made wonder that turned Cape Cod into an island over a century ago! The canal's journey, from a 17th-century idea to a 20th-century marvel, is steeped in innovation and ambition. 📜 The vision for the canal dates back to the 1620s, originating from the Pilgrims' desire for a safer, more efficient trade route. Imagine the challenge of shipwrecks happening every two weeks along Cape Cod’s shores back in the 1880s! George Washington himself saw the strategic importance of such a canal during the Revolutionary War. 🌉 Fast forward to the early 1900s, financier August Belmont II and engineer William Barclay Parsons began transforming this vision into reality. Despite facing massive boulders and financial hurdles, their perseverance led to the canal's grand opening in 1914. 🚢 The original Bourne and Sagamore bridges, essential yet initially limited in their design, were later reinvented by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Today, these bridges are not just structures but symbols of enduring ingenuity. Think of this: 🏞️ Every time you cross these iconic bridges, you're stepping into a story of human determination and engineering excellence. 🏡 Feel the pull of history and beauty here? If crossing these bridges feels like arriving 'home', #CompassFreitasMonteforte is your gateway to living this dream. #CompassCapeCod #HomeInHistory #CapeCodLiving #BourneBridge #SagamoreBridge #EngineeringLegacy #MakeCapeCodHome

💣✈ Plymouth - In the Blitz ✈💣 ⬇ ⬇ ⬇ So this week we are looking at Plymouth during the 🛩Blitz 🛩 which, like Portsmouth, was a major target 🎯due to it's docks and Naval base ⚓🚢. Throughout 1940, Plymouth was hit by bombing raids. Then in March and April 1941, Plymouth (and nearby Devonport) suffered a series of devastating raids resulting in over 900 deaths and 40,000 people lost their homes. The city lost its historic Guildhall🏛 and the main shopping streets were particularly badly hit. The photo from 1943 👇👇, from the Imperial War Museum records, shows the effects of the raids and some of the damage caused. It gives an idea of how the community had to set up stalls between the piles of rubble, which shoppers had to work their way round. Due to the heavy bombing💣experienced there, Fellows now work with many companies in the construction industry who are based in or work in Plymouth, to support them with their developments look for any of the potential ordnance that failed to explode at the time they were dropped. If you are developing in that area, please get in touch⬇ with us, so we can support you too! ☎ 08000 424 424 📧 info@fellowsintgroup.com #fellowsinternationalgroup #uxo #unexploded #ordnance #unexplodedordnance #riskassessment #riskmitigation #cpt #construction #constructionindustry #newbuild #housingdevelopment #civilengineering #groundworks #building #survey