Record #:

29704

Author(s):

Figart, Frances

Abstract:

A considerable number of areas in the southern Appalachian Mountains rank at the very top nationally for their conservation value, and many of these fall within Western North Carolina’s Nantahala and Pisgah national forests. To determine the amount of protection afforded to these lands, ecologists use four factors to assess conservation importance.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 13 Issue 12, December 2016, p66-67, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Public lands; Conservation of natural resources

Record #:

6889

Author(s):

Jenkins, Greg

Abstract:

Governor Michael Easley grew up on a Nash County tobacco farm in the 1950s and 1960s, where hunting and fishing was a family tradition. In this interview, Easley, who entered office in 2001, discusses how his sporting background helps to shape his thinking on conservation of the state's natural resources and public lands.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 68 Issue 10, Oct 2004, p24-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting; Fishing; Public lands; Conservation of natural resources; Easley, Michael F., 1950-

Record #:

4905

Author(s):

Maley, Frank

Abstract:

In an interview with Business North Carolina, newly elected governor Mike Easley discusses a variety of issues, including campaign-finance reform in North Carolina, what he looks for in a new secretary of commerce, how to bring new jobs to rural areas and protect the environment there at the same time, and a state lottery.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 21 Issue 2, Feb 2001, p12-17, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting; Fishing; Public lands; Conservation of natural resources; Easley, Michael F., 1950-

Record #:

4914

Author(s):

Tuttle, Steve

Abstract:

In an interview with Steve Tuttle of NORTH CAROLINA magazine, newly-elected governor Mike Easley shares his thoughts on the Bill Lee Act, economic development in rural counties, educational priorities, and a tight budget.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 59 Issue 1, Jan 2001, p46-49, por

Subject(s):

Hunting; Fishing; Public lands; Conservation of natural resources; Easley, Michael F., 1950-

Record #:

1862

Author(s):

Bean, Tom

Abstract:

Bean gives an update on the status of environmental and public land legislation being debated during the General Assembly's short session.

Source:

Friend of Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 42 Issue 3, Summer 1994, p7, il

Subject(s):

Environmental law; Public lands