American Meteorological Society
http://www.ametsoc.org/AMS/
The American Meteorological Society is the scientific and professional organization serving the atmospheric and related sciences. Their Web site
features an array of online journals, newsletters and other publications dealing with earth science and weather. The meteorology careers publication
"Challenges of Our Changing Atmosphere" appears here online. The Education Programs section includes teacher professional development
opportunities such as the Datastreme Project in meteorology, the Maury Project in oceanography, and Project Atmosphere promoting partnerships
and curriculum activities and materials for classrooms. Summer internship opportunities for students are listed, as are conferences and meetings
concerning meteorology and the earth sciences.
Association for the Study of Literature & Environment
http://www.asle.umn.edu
ASLE promotes the exchange of ideas and information pertaining to literature that considers the relationship between human beings and the natural
world, and encompasses nonfiction nature writing, nature poetry and environmental fiction. Their Web site includes general information, publications,
conferences and events, archives, discussion lists and links to other literature and environment Web sites.
E Patrol
http://www.epatrol.org
An independent, not-for-profit foundation created to help teach about environmental problems, E Patrol is sponsored by 20 businesses, industry
groups and other organizations. Features include Endangered Alert (complete with hyperlinked world map), Energy Savers, E Patrol Quiz and an Art
Contest.
ERIC Clearinghouse for Science, Mathematics and Environmental Education
http://www.ericse.org/
This particular ERIC Clearinghouse includes digests and bulletins written for ERIC about environmental education. It also contains links to other
environmental education organizations and Web sites as well as a list of environmental education journals. And if you want to cruise the larger ERIC
world on the Web, the site includes a link to the ERIC home page.
GLOBE
http://www.globe.gov
Students in schools around the world conduct a variety of local environmental measurements of soil, hydrology, atmosphere, and biology and use the
Internet to submit their data to scientists and share their local data with students in other participating schools. Many activities can relate to the
concept of an ecological address.
GREEN: Global Rivers Environmental Education Network
http://www.green.org/
This interdisciplinary program improves education through global networking that promotes watershed sustainability. It is a resource to schools and
communities as they study their watersheds, understand their role in a sustainable society and consider options for resolving issues they uncover in
their studies and investigations. Includes a catalog of environmental education materials and resources, links to several environmental education
newsgroups and to watershed education resources and success stories.
Learn NC
http://www.learnnc.org
Learn NC is an internet resource for teachers in North Carolina. Click on the "Links Library" for a searchable internet resource listing for
environmental education and more. Also, click on "Resources" for reviews, events and other topics of interest.
Monarch Watch
http://www.MonarchWatch.org/
Monarch Watch is a collaborative network of students, teachers, volunteers and researchers working together to further science education, promote
conservation of Monarch butterflies and involve thousands of students and adults in a cooperative study of the Monarch's fall migration. Learn how to
get involved in this hands-on discovery, share your findings, and view the results of the overall study as they develop.
NASA's Observatorium
http://observe.arc.nasa.gov/nasa/core.shtml.html
Investigate our earth and space environment using games, images, and links to other activities. NASA's Observatorium features an Education section
highlighting Eyes in the Sky remote sensing information and activities as well as information about the changing Earth and activities related to the
atmosphere, land and water topics. A Planet Earth section will help you learn about the applications of satellite data from space to things like
tsunamis, forest management, and agriculture. This site includes a Fun and Games section just for kids, an image gallery, a search feature and much
more related to the earth and space sciences.
National Gardening Association
http://www.garden.org/
The National Gardening Association website has a library and article search and includes information for kids' gardening in classrooms.
National Geographic Online
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/
This comprehensive site includes pages about the National Geographic Society and Store, timely feature stories, National Geographic print and
multimedia publications, educational resources and a page for kids. Find out all about the National Geography Bee and play online. Educational
resources include Collectors Corner, Map Machine, Publications Index, classroom activities, grant opportunities, teacher and student e-mail forums,
geography education standards information and links to many related geography and map web sites.
National Wildlife Federation
http://www.nwf.org
The site provides information and resources for educators, students and others regarding wildlife and natural resources. Programs described on the
site include National Wildlife Week 2000 (April 16-22), and Animal Tracks, which features classroom and internet resources for grades K-12. The
site also mentions the Schoolyard Habitats program which helps students, teachers and community members to create wildlife habitat areas on
school grounds.
North Carolina Aquariums
http://www.ncaquariums.com/
Tour North Carolina's three aquariums on-line, find visitor information and read details about programs and events including teacher workshops, field
trips to the aquariums, and aquarium staff outreach to schools within 150 miles of any of the three aquariums. This site includes a calendar of events
and schedules for the aquariums at Roanoke Island, Pine Knoll Shores and Fort Fisher. You can also learn about the Aquarium Society, Aquarium
publications, expansion plans, staff, and related WWW links.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR)
http://www.enr.state.nc.us/
The NCDENR home page includes links to two dozen divisions and major offices and programs within the department, including those in natural
resources and the environment. Natural Resource links include the Aquariums, Marine Fisheries, Environmental Education, Forest Resources, Parks
and Recreation, Soil and Water Conservation, the Museum of Natural Sciences, the Wildlife Resources Commission, and the Zoological Park.
Environmental Divisions include Water Resources, Coastal Management, Air Quality, Waste Management, Pollution Prevention and Environmental
Assistance, Land Resources, Water Quality and the office of Small Business Ombudsman.
North Carolina Division of Forest Resources
http://www.dfr.state.nc.us/
Visit this web site for information on North Carolina's Educational State Forests, publications, educational workshops and other information related to forest conservation and stewardship. Go to http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/plt for a current listing of Project Learning Tree workshops throughout the state.
North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries: Cool Kids' Stuff
http://www.ncfisheries.net/kids/index.html
Information and interactive activities about marine life and habitats for kids of any age. The site includes facts about different types of fish and
crustaceans and educates readers about conserving fish through fishing regulations.
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
http://ils.unc.edu/parkproject/ncparks.html
The site features links to informative pages about North Carolina's 34 state parks, natural areas and recreation areas. Information about
park/recreation locations, hours, facilities, fees, programs, trails, camping, events, newsletter, grants and park maps are included.
North Carolina Division of Water Resources
http://www.ncwater.org/
Visit this site for information on workshop dates/locations for Project WET, participation in StreamWatch, and other data on North Carolina's rivers,
streams, and ponds. The site also contains a water conservation page which includes tips on how to maintain a garden during drought periods.
North Carolina Environmental Education Clearinghouse
http://www.eenorthcarolina.org/
Monthly environmental education news tips for North Carolina, on-line teacher's and citizen's guides, state environmental education plan, Project
Tomorrow materials, Guide to NC Environmental Education Centers, curriculum correlation, electronic mail list, certification program materials,
ecological address materials, and links to all the state, national and international www environmental education resources listed in this bibliography.
North Carolina Geological Survey
http://www.geology.enr.state.nc.us/
This site, which is part of the North Carolina Division of Land Resources, provides information about the state's geology and mineral resources. The
Project Earth page contains a variety of resources for educators including a listing of workshops and educational resources. The site also includes
map information, aerial photos, publications, FAQ's (frequently asked questions), a calendar of events, and a "Contact a Geologist" feature.
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
http://www.naturalsciences.org
Explore the Museum, meet the 'Friends', see the Museum's future and what's new, and consult with their tour guide. Browse general information,
publications, public programs, exhibits, research and collections and school programs.
North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve
http://www.estuarylive.org/
Electronic field trips, references, lesson plans and more!
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission-Conservation Education
http://www.ncwildlife.org/fs_index_08_education.htm
Learn about Project WILD and Project CATCH and the programs of the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education. Visit the N.C.WILD Store and the
popular Wildlife in North Carolina magazine. Scan the Project WILD workshop schedule to find out where and when the next N.C.WILD workshop
will be held.
North Carolina Zoological Park
http://www.nczoo.org/
The official Web site for North Carolina's Zoo contains descriptions of classroom outreach programs and educational programs for visitors to the zoo. You will also find visitor information, a calendar of events, the history and philosophy of the zoo and a description of NC Zoo-sponsored global ecotourism treks. You will also find answers to questions you have about the zoo and its residents in the Frequently Asked Questions section and in the species inventory section.
The University of Michigan's One Sky Many Voices
http://groundhog.sprl.umich.edu/
One Sky Many Voices has several programs, Kids as Global Scientists, BioKids, and Hurricanes! Activities, resources, and downloads are available for each.
The Why Files - National Institute for Science Education
http://whyfiles.news.wisc.edu/
Updated biweekly, The Why Files highlights the science behind the news, including news about the environment. The site features hands-on science
projects, lead stories about the science behind current events, over two dozen Cool Science Images with captivating captions, a sports science
section, an archive, and a forum section organized by topic.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
http://www.epa.gov/
Includes pages for students and teachers with teaching aids, environmental information, and technical information about environmental practices and
safety in schools. A Kids page includes fun activities and a "how you can help" section. Other useful information available on pages for concerned
citizens and scientists and in sections with EPA news, information services, programs and publications. Note the "Surf your Watershed" section under
Teacher and Student Resources.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
http://www.fws.gov
The site includes information about wildlife and ecosystem conservation, endangered species, wildlife refuges and much more.
U.S. Geological Survey
http://www.usgs.gov
The USGS site includes resources, in biology, geology, mapping, water, hazards, natural resources and environment.
The Learning Web site includes USGS science adventures reports, earthquake and volcano information, and classroom earth science resources.
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