Table of Contents

Letters 3
As it is our first issue people have yet to write in, thus I have addressed a letter to you readers.
Around the Nation 4
A brief summary of current events inside the United States including the creation of the Midewin tall grass prairie and what is being done about the grave threat to the world's oceans.

Trees Our Treasure 6
A discussion of the value of trees as they benefit our communities and how we should value them more than the number or reams they can produce.

Around the World 8
Summarizing just a few of the myriad stories we see two examples of the Earth's rainforests, including how they are threatened and how they are being protected.
Good News 10
Sometimes ecology can seem depressing as we see threats and problems but progress is being made so here are a few things to cheer you up.
Five Simple Things 12
Sometimes there can seem like too much to do but a quick outline of five things you can do right at home and how that small bit can ripple to big results is presented.