ECOLOGY

I am a 5th generation Floridian born and raised in Tampa, FL. Growing up on Tampa Bay nurtured a devout love of all things natural and outdoors, most notably backpacking, kayaking, and fishing. I studied Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida in addition to meeting my incredible wife. We were married in 2006 when I went on to study veterinary medicine, also at UF. My wife and I now live in Jacksonville, FL and enjoy all the excitement of renovating our first home (a brick bungalow circa 1926) and preparing for the arrival of our son.

Claire Smith is a locum dentist who keeps bees, chickens and naturally homesteads on her 100 acre Skeffling Lavender Farm up near the beautiful Bruce Peninsula in Ontario. With an Ecology and Environmental Science degree and 10 years of being a respected antique linen dealer (Mill Pond Cottage Antique Linens) online she loves to learn new things and devours non-fiction books! She enjoys writing for adults and children and making soaps, lotions and candles and sachets and other lavender products she's grown! In her spare time, she spends time in the coop with her chickens, or relaxing and enjoying the gorgeous view and harvesting her huge raised-bed veggie garden.

The author presents spiritual ecology, the interweave of nature and soul. Five books by the author explore through geographic, seasonal, reincarnational, art and humor modes.

A retired medical professional, has a good bit of insights on history and the world of ecology

Jim McMahon started Sweetwater LLC (www.cleanairpurewater.com) in September 2002 after an extensive search for a business that he could operate from his home in southern Utah. Jim has worked in the environmental field since 1974 when he launched one of the first recycling collection programs in the country in Seattle. He worked in recycling until 1987 when he took a one year sabbatical in the French West Indies. Upon his return to the states, he moved to Denver where he began working as a freelance writer and sought a way to work with rivers. In 1995 he got a chance to manage The Nature Conservancy’s Mackinaw River Project in Illinois. Then, in January 1999, he was able to return to the West when he accepted a position with Grand Canyon Trust, working on the Virgin River in southwest Utah. Jim has authored an essay reflecting on the development of recycling entitled ‘Closing The Loop’ in the book The Next West, published by Island Press in 1997. While living in Denver he wrote policy papers and opinion editorials on western land use issues as a senior fellow for Independence Institute, a non-profit think tank. He has also published numerous articles, editorials, and short fiction. Jim holds a BS in Ecology from the University of Illinois, coursework toward an MA in Deep Ecology from Naropa Institute in Boulder, CO and has extensive training in river ecology. He studied the ancient energy healing methods of the Quechua Indians of Peru with the Four Winds Society located in Park City. Someone once said that Jim has a passion for learning and is always up to something. He has a son, Emrys, and a daughter, Jacqueline. He works from his log home overlooking a headwaters stream in the mountains of southern Utah. ‘Life doesn’t get any better than this….‘

I am an avid outdoors person that enjoys living and discovering new ways to live sustainably. Currently I am a stay-at-home parent. I focus the majority of my attention on parenting and co-managing our families small Pointer and Spinoni breeding kennel where we also train our dogs for upland bird hunting retrieving and tracking. I have an educational background in Forest ecology, wildlife and fisheries conservation. My past work experience has included work as carpenter, ecological research and environmental consulting focusing on the areas of geology and brownfield redevelopment. My experience has given me a wide knowledgebase about our environment and the changes that humans have made to it.

After 20+ years of diverse experience in various industries and numerous capacities from writing to management, I have returned to school and will obtain a degree in conservation biology and ecology. I also have 25 years experience as a parent.

Kevin Soini is freelance writer, specializing in alternative lifestyles, natural health, psychology, and ecology. He is a vegan who lives a relatively low-carbon lifestyle. He divides his time between Seattle, New England, and other places internationally.

I have melded by love of art and ecology into a satisfying career that addresses both the design side of sustainability and the green side of art.

Eric J. Guignard is an award-winning author and editor living in southern California. He writes fiction short stories in the genres of horror, speculative, and young adult. He also writes research and knowledge-base articles in genealogy, woodworking, and ecology. Eric has been published in numerous print and online media, recently including publications in: A Very Short Story competition (first place), Coscom Entertainment, Hall Brothers, SNM Horror Magazine, Another Realm, Indie Gypsy, and many others. He is editor of the acclaimed anthology, Dark Tales of Lost Civilizations (Dark Moon Books). Eric holds degrees in Communications and Environmental Science, as well as a Master's Degree in Public Administration (California State University Northridge). When not writing, Eric designs and builds custom furniture and is also an amateur entomologist. Most importantly, he is married to his high school sweetheart, Jeannette, and father to an adventuresome toddler son, Julian James. Please visit Eric at: www.ericjguignard.com or at his blog: www.ericjguignard.blogspot.com.

Paige McGrath graduated from James Madison University with a BFA . Her concentration was in graphic design with a minor in science. She is now the owner/publisher/editor of Llama Life II news magazine. The daughter of a columnist, writing is in her blood. Paige lives on a farm in Virginia where she raising llamas and angora goats. In addition to arts and animals, her interests include nature, ecology, politics, event planning, trivia and meteorology. Her favorite books are reference books and she is a blue ribbon baker.

I was born and raised in New York City. As an active Boy Scout, I attended two national jamborees, hiked the trail ten days at Philmont Scout Ranch, and spent four weeks as a lone Scout at Ten Mile River, all before my fifteenth birthday. I graduated Christopher Columbus High School with a National Merit Letter of Merit and a Regents Diploma, earned a BS in Forestry form Penn State, drove myself to California to join my family and earn an MA in Botany at Call State LA, drove myself to Indiana where I earned an MS in math and a PhD in ecology at Indiana State, drove to Cleveland where I worked as a tech writer and Unix SysAdmin, then drove to Tucosn AZ, where I still live, for an Army contract job. After nine years of that job, I went to work for IBM on contract for five years, then as a regular for another five. I know do freelance work in Tucson, as a management consultant. I have over 300 college credits, some in almost every subject. I have visited 43 of the 50 states and lived at length in six. I can figure out and explain anything, in words, numbers or pictures, because I am a certified genius with the test scores to prove it. My High School nickname was "The Professor." My friends find it quicker to ask me questions than to look things up - I admit it when I do not know something, but that is not very often. I have worked at 41 different jobs, so far, and am looking for another. I hope you like what I write here.

Kathleen Ann is a 30-something freelance writer living in the Hudson Valley. Her interests include ecology and environmental issues, art, literature, history, economics, politics, music and the outdoors.

Raised in suburban NY, I have always belonged in the forest. Early on, I learned how to make a campfire, catch and clean a fish, pitch a tent, and tell edible plants from poisonous. I teach summer ecology program and I'm forever a student of nature.

Robert Donaldson is a freelance writer and avid gardener living in Reno, Nevada. He attended the University of Tennessee where he studied biology, ecology, genetics, horticulture and plant pathology. He also studied writing at Laney College in Oakland, CA and UC Berkeley in Berkeley, CA

Scholar with research interests and published writings in environmental studies and ecology, urbanization, and international development.

Jessica is a longtime theatre geek, author, and IT professional. She has 15 years cumulative experience in the entertainment and technology industries, and is amazed at how often these two worlds collide. She is a sucker for animals and ecology.

Currently a student of social anthropology at University of Ljubljana, otherwise interested in many areas ranging from religion, alternative medicine, ecology to trivia.

Judy Ramsook has written articles for websites such as: www.americanchronicle.com www.shvoong.com www.triond.com and a few others, has her own blogs at: ramsook.blogspot.com judysnintendods.blogspot.com and www.Ramsook.wordpress.com

Andrea Pring is an ecology graduate, natural therapist, teacher and writer. She lives in Devon, England with her husband Nick and two cats.

I have published poetry and fiction in little and literary magazines. I am currently a Geography teacher and am planning on a PHD in soil ecology.

I have acquired expertise in several areas, including: 1. Information Systems: MacOS, Windows, Linux, Cisco, Apache, PalmOS, ISC DHCPD, TCP/IP 2. Music Performance and Theory: Guitar, Violin, Digital Sequencing 3. Ecology and Ecosystems Management: Ecosystem Modeling, Sta

I am an avid reader. I care very much about the earth and ecology. i am a strong proponent of women's rights. I am a writer, a Registered Nurse, an attorney, an actor, an organic farmer and an animal lover. I love to learn and I love to talk. I have a deep faith but I a

Knowledgable in first aid, health, and safety. Active in volunteer work. Keen interest in recycling and environmental concerns. Keen interest in world ecology.

I am a video and film student in St.Louis MO. I am working towards a career within either field. My background deals with Nature, ecology, and technology with the respect that each has it's place.

Lawyer and activist for a number of issues, especially passionate in human rights issues, global politics, ecology and women's rights.

Marion DS Dreyfus: a British-born journalist with particular interest in world healthcare, pharmacology, medicine, the Mid- East, ecology and the arts. She has traveled to 94 countries, living in Central, South America, Europe, Africa and the Far East.

Iwas born and brought up in delhi and have seen almost half of the world. I have first class Bsc.Hons botany degree First class PG in ecology and environment A degee in Law from Delhi University india. masters degree in sociology .

I am a mother of 2. I am currently on Maternity Leave from my position as Housing Coordinator for a social housing society. I have a Bachelor Degree in Human Ecology (with distinction) with a major in Family Studies from the University of Manitoba.

A retired educator, (ecology, environmental ed.). Now building and restoring log homes. Also an avid photograper, (digital and 35mm), and collector, e.g., marbles, artifacts, books. Enjoy traveling and history.