A visit to the far, far north

Article Abstract:

A visit to the far north to the CanadaEs oldest Arctic community is discussed. Hunting and fishing remain important symbolic activities among the older members of the Igloolik's 1,380 citizens and with tourism the economic mainstay, younger Inuit staff hotels, restaurants, grocery stores and the airport and there are schools, churches, a library, a bank a television station and a research lab.

Canada, Science & research, Research, Environmental aspects, Environmental archaeology, Igloos

---

Seabird sanctuary

Article Abstract:

This article discusses the success of Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary Inc. in wildlife conservation and rescue. Topics include effect of humans on nature, habitat loss, and a description of common bird injuries.

Florida, Care and treatment, Services, Associations, Human beings, Human-environment interactions, Wildlife conservation, Animal rescue, Sea birds, Seabirds, Veterinary hospitals, Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary Inc.

---

Polar Park

Article Abstract:

The author discusses plans by the Inuit people of the Canadian territory of Nunavut to create a national park at Wager Bay. The history of the territory is outlined and the region's wildlife are described.

Nunavut, Planning, National parks and reserves, National parks, Inuit

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Living on the edge. Atlantic forest extinctions. Biodiversity barometers
• Abstracts: Computers to the rescue. Bird man of Bermuda. "Oh give me a home where the buffalo roam... "

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.