Stories by Jenna Valente
Jenna developed a passion for conservation through her outdoorsy nature and upbringing in Hawaii, Washington State and Maine. A graduate of Virginia Tech's Executive Master of Natural Resources program and University of Maine's School of Communication and Journalism, she welcomes any opportunity to educate the public about the importance of caring for the environment.
'Zombie' crabs invade the Chesapeake Bay
October 28, 2015Invasive parasite takes control of native black-fingered mud crabs, affecting motor function and reproduction
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Invasive plants got your goat?
October 22, 2015Maryland company explores outside-the-box approaches to invasive vegetation removal
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Photo Essay: Protecting land in Otsego County – Greenwoods Conservancy
September 24, 2015A total of seven New York conservation easements benefit the community
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Photo Essay: Protecting Land in Otsego County – Cornish Hill
September 17, 2015Marion Karl's New York property serves as a place to lay down deep roots and connect with the community
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Photo Essay: Protecting Land in Otsego County - Ouleout Creek
September 3, 2015For many people, spending time in the wilderness can serve as habitat for the human spirit
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Photo Essay: Bald eagle populations soar in New York
August 13, 2015Decades of reintroduction and careful monitoring have New York seeing healthy bald eagle populations
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How Green is Your Deen?
July 17, 2015Green Muslims connects students to their faith and nature through outdoor experiences
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Chesapeake Bay Interpretive Buoy System
July 7, 2015The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's buoy system brings the Bay into the palm of your hand
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Going green at the Gunston School
June 9, 2015High school uses a student-centered philosophy to thread environmental stewardship across disciplines
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When it comes to shucking oysters, we learned from the best
March 26, 2015For many, shucking oysters is just a necessary step to enjoying a meal, but to George Hastings, it’s an art
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