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According to Weddell (2006), there are three different approaches to the use of nature and wild organisms. The three approaches are utilitarian, preservationists and sustainable-ecosystem. The utilitarian approach manipulates the environment to serve humans such as damming rivers for renewable “power and water” (4). Scientist routinely manipulates our environments by genetically altering fruits and vegetables. The preservationist believes that nature should be left and protected in its purist form. The current ban on drilling for new oil in Alaska’s wilderness is a perfect example of a preservationist’s viewpoint….

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Come here wearing a T-Shirt if you dare.

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The national Bird for the United States since 1782, it is majestic and beautiful to watch as it spreads it wings and flies.

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A short description of the moose.

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Information about what oil spills are and ways to remove the oil from the water.

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The basic breakdown of a coniferous forest.

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Mount Redoubt erupts once more.

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Do not try this at home folks! A Faraday cage bodice suit and Tesla coil unite, to perform some amazing acts of videography like you have never witnessed before!

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Some of the spectacular Crater Lakes found on Planet Earth.

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Amazingly beautiful humming birds come in more than 160 known varieties and they are only found in the Americas. They range from miniature varieties at two and a half inches long, right up to the giant hummingbirds, which can measure eight inches in total length.