ANC02 Pocosin Lakes

ANC02 Pocosin Lakes

Author: Joseph Puentes July 27, 2007 Duration: 30:23
The Pocosin Lakes refuge in eastern North Carolina is winter home to more than 100,000 swans, geese and other large waterfowl. Construction of a nearby landing strip is opposed by landowners, environmentalists and wildlife advocates, as well as Gov. Easley, who has called on Congress to block $10 million in federal funding for that site. Among the biggest concerns cited by opponents is the risk of birds colliding with jets - a problem that can cause jets to crash. To reduce the risk, the Navy has proposed that farmers plant less enticing food crops near the airstrip in the hope that this will discourage the birds from flocking near the runway. Beyond that, the Navy has proposed using dogs and fireworks to scare off birds, and potentially resorting to poison and firearms.

Joseph Puentes hosts Water Environment-Lakes, Rivers, Oceans, Aquifers, Groundwater-Water (h2o) Environmental Issues: Conservation, Sustainability, Preservation, and Ecology, a thoughtful exploration of our planet's most vital resource. Rather than just presenting dry facts, this podcast weaves together scientific insight with cultural and societal perspectives, examining how water shapes our health, communities, and the natural world. You'll hear discussions that connect the dots between the chemistry of an aquifer, the policy protecting a river, and the traditional knowledge preserving a watershed. Each episode feels like a conversation, delving into the complex challenges of conservation and the innovative paths toward true sustainability. The aim is to foster a deeper, more nuanced understanding that moves beyond simple headlines. By engaging with experts and stories from various fields, this series provides a comprehensive audio journey into the ecology of water in all its forms. Tune in for a grounded and interconnected look at the environmental issues that flow through every aspect of our lives, all centered on the essential molecule that connects us all. For more from Joseph Puentes, you can visit the official website.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Water Environment - Lakes, Rivers, Oceans, Aquifers, Groundwater - Water (h2o) Environmental Issues: Conservation, Sustainability, Preservation, and Ecology
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