Each issue explores a topic of relevance to the environment of Nevis, such as beach erosion, mangroves, and volcanoes, and includes activities and environmental tips to encourage children to work on solutions to environmental problems. Teachers Kits E ach NHCS Teacher's Kit focuses on one theme and contains background information for the educator and all supplementary materials to enable teachers to conduct interesting and participatory lessons. Currently available for loan to schools are kits on the subjects of maps and pottery. V oluntary group of concerned Nevis citizens who are taking a proactive role in the sustainable management of their island. Currently, the primary focus of the EAC is on waste management issues, especially litter reduction, glass bottle recycling, and waste oil recovery.
New members are welcome.
Nevis participates in the Centre for Marine Conservation International Coastal Cleanup every October. Contact the NHCS to get involved in this year's effort. Details on Environment Week activities are available in November. Y ou can help NHCS restore the Nevis Lighter to her near original condition and return this historic vessel back to active service. Acknowledging his steady and comprehensive efforts, Island Resources Foundation has named the former Museum curator from Cooperstown, New York its recipient of the year 2000 Euan P. McFarlane Environmental Leadership Award.