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  1. These Are The Best Bike Paths in National Parks

    Photo: Grant Ordelheide Most national parks don’t allow bikes on dirt trails, whether or not they’re e-bikes, but that doesn’t mean biking is off limits. Many national parks have designated multi-use paths, some paved and some gravel, that offer a scenic way to explore without having to go deep into the backcountry or stick to the roads. These car-free paths provide a safe and fun way for everyone to get out on two wheels, whether you’re looking for some serious miles at Grand Teton […]

    onlinemarketingscoops.com/2026

  2. As #EastAfrica’s oceans change, coastal women build new livelihoods

    By ALLAN OLINGO, July 5, 2026 at 10:36 pm

    MALINDI, #Kenya (AP) — "The unfinished restaurant is still little more than concrete walls and wooden beams. As her daughter sweeps away the last piles of sand, 54-year-old Nuru Mohammed directs women hanging fishing nets to serve as decor. In a few days, the beachside restaurant on Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast will open, offering another way to earn a living.

    " 'For us women, this is hope,' says Mohammed, who, for most of her life, was one of the few fisherwomen in Malindi, a town northeast of the port city of #Mombasa. 'It will help support many families that have depended on the ocean for decades.'

    "Across East Africa’s coast, fisherfolk are increasingly turning to tourism, #EcosystemRestoration and other conservation-based businesses, reinventing their relationship with the sea as #ClimateChange, #overfishing and declining ocean health threaten their livelihoods.

    "In Kenya, women are turning restored #MangroveForests into sources of income through #beekeeping and #ecotourism. In #Tanzania’s #Zanzibar archipelago, fishing communities are protecting #CoralReefs through locally managed closures. In #Mozambique, #SeaGrassRestoration is creating jobs while reviving marine habitats. Together, these efforts are redefining resilience, not as leaving the ocean behind, but as restoring it while building enduring livelihoods.

    " 'Communities that depend on the ocean are also its best stewards,' said Andreane Martel, project director for a conservation program dubbed #ReSea. 'When local people, especially women, lead conservation, they protect #biodiversity while creating more resilient and inclusive livelihoods.' "

    Read more:
    seattletimes.com/business/as-e

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/LTBNs

    #SolarPunkSunday #ClimateResilience #OceansAreLife #Stewardship

  3. Please stop cutting down trees. Every tree provides oxygen, cleans the air, protects wildlife, and helps fight climate change. When we destroy forests, we also destroy our future. Let's protect the trees we have and plant more for generations to come. Together, we can make a difference.
    #SaveTrees #ProtectNature #environment #climatechange #climatecrisis #climatecrisis #sustainability #ecology #wildlife #SundayVibes #ecotourism #forestry #deforestation #afforestation #agroforestry #nature

  4. India Safaris @indiasafaristrends.wordpress.com@indiasafaristrends.wordpress.com ·

    Which is the Best Tiger Safari in India to Spot Tigers? A Complete Guide for 2026-27

    If you are planning a wildlife trip and wondering “Which is the best tiger safari in India to spot tigers?”, the short answer is: Central India offers the highest probability of tiger sightings in India, especially in parks like Bandhavgarh, Ranthambore, Kanha, and Tadoba. However, the best tiger safari in India depends on your travel style, budget, and whether you prefer luxury lodges, dense forests, or photography-focused safaris. This guide breaks down the best tiger safari […]

    indiasafaristrends.wordpress.c

  5. Why can't today's newly minted billionaires - especially the tech-bros - do S_IT like this !!!! .... and stop injecting themselves into areas they know NOTHING about ???

    Media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner bought vast stretches of land in Colorado, New Mexico, Montana and Nebraska and managed them for conservation and wildlife protection.

    One property, the 363,000-acre Armendaris Ranch in south-central New Mexico is shielded from development by the nation’s second-largest permanent conservation easement. hcn.org/articles/ted-turner-ow

    Turner Foundation: turnerfoundation.org/

    #TedTurner #Billionaire #Conservation #WildLifeRestoration #WildlifeProtection #ProtectedHabitat #Media #CNN #Colorado #NewMexico #Montana #SouthDakota #Nebraska #Armendaris #TurnerFoundation #Philanthropy #Charity #EcoTourism #Television #News #AmericasCup #Sailing

  6. India Safaris @indiasafaristrends.wordpress.com@indiasafaristrends.wordpress.com ·

    Is It Ethical to Go on a Safari in India? A Responsible Traveler’s Guide to Wildlife Tourism in 2026

    India is one of the world’s most iconic wildlife destinations, home to Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, leopards, rhinos, and over 1,300 bird species. Naturally, a safari in India is high on many travelers’ bucket lists. But as awareness around sustainable travel grows, a critical question arises: Is it ethical to go on a safari in India? Yes, if done responsibly.This guide breaks down the ethics of India safari tours, what to look for, what to avoid, and how to ensure your trip supports […]

    indiasafaristrends.wordpress.c

  7. Marvels of the North Andaman Sea’s Marine Ecosystem

    https://youtu.be/nJdP3BHMO2Q?si=MdEPhnanqMIw_nVk

    The North Andaman Sea is a richly biodiverse area teeming with a diverse range of marine life, among them the captivating octopuses. These extraordinary creatures possess remarkable abilities and hold a significant position within the marine ecosystem.

    Within the North Andaman Sea, numerous octopus species thrive, including the common reef octopus (Octopus vulgaris), the striking blue-ringed octopus (Hapalochlaena maculosa), and the master of mimicry, the mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus). The common reef octopus, often encountered, boasts a notable size with an arm span reaching up to 1 meter.

    Displaying a high level of intelligence with a sophisticated nervous system, octopuses possess eight arms equipped with two rows of suckers, facilitating gripping and locomotion. Additionally, they possess three hearts that aid in efficient blood circulation throughout their bodies.

    Octopuses prove to be adept predators, utilizing their exceptional camouflage skills to ambush a variety of prey, including crabs, shrimp, and fish. Their venomous bite aids in immobilizing and subduing their quarry.

    Within the marine ecosystem, octopuses fulfill a crucial role in managing the populations of other marine species. Furthermore, they serve as a vital food source for larger predators such as sharks and rays.

    The octopus stands as a marvel of nature, showcasing an array of unique abilities. Its contributions to the marine ecosystem are paramount, making it a captivating spectacle for both scuba divers and snorkelers.

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    123146 Next Page #cephalopod #deepSea #ecotourism #Nature #oceanCreatures #Octopus #ScubaDiving #seaLife
  8. Kelsey Ables & Winda Charmila: Slice of paradise: #Auction of 100 Indonesian islands delayed after criticism.

    "Sustainable tourism is a discourse. We just talk about it, but we don’t implement it. There is no evidence of sustainable tourism in Indonesia." — Muhammad Yusuf Sangadji, executive director of Jala Ina, an activist group in the #Maluku Islands

    washingtonpost.com/world/2022/ #indonesia #ecotourism #tourism