Hi Earth2Lincoln fans!
Last night I had a great conversation with Kristal Stoner, Wildlife Diversity Program Manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. We talked about how the Nebraska Wildlife Conservation Fund (also known as the state tax check-off fund) was essential for non-game species (thoses species not hunted or fished). I learned that only 1% of the state's species are considered game animals and fish.
There are several ways to contribute to the Nebraska Wildlife Conservation Fund:
- if you are getting a refund on your state income tax, you can donate part of that refund, either using the written state tax form or TurboTax.
- you can go to outdoornebraska.com and contribute electronically.
- you can contact Nebraska Game and Parks Commission at 402-471-0641 and ask how to contribute.
For every dollar that is contributed to the NWCF, 3 dollars are contributed by various federal funds. With a $40 contribution, you will receive a t-shirt with a jumping Swift Fox on it.
Kristal and I also talked about the Nebraska Natural Legacy Project. This project, required by the federal government to receive federal funds, was initially written in 2005. The Nebraska Project has become a model for other states. The Nebraska Natural Legacy Project has developed and is implementing a blueprint for conserving Nebraska's flora, fauna and natural habitats through the proactive, voluntary conservation actions of partners, communities and individuals. In 2010, it is time to revisit the Project and make adjustments where needed. There will be a series of public input meetings starting in May. Check the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission website at outdoornebraska.com for more information.
Thanks, Kristal, for being my guest! My next program is April 12, and my guest will be Dr. Don Wilhite, Director, UNL School of Natural Resources. We will be talking about the newly-installed, energy-saving appliances, lights, etc., that are in Hardin Hall, and other energy-saving measures the School is implementing.
Until next time,
Chris the Bird Lady
