Rhode Island Natural News Network

Natural News Network

Welcome to our guided tour for new visitors.

What is Natural News?

We're a local Rhode Island publication that aims to help you find all the information you need to be well-informed about environmental issues, make greener consumer choices, and get out and play in our great outdoors.

To get started, here's a list of our features so far. We just launched this site in Summer 2006, so we're still brand-new. We're adding content and upgrading the site every day, so check back often.

*NOTE, some of our earlier pages weren't very compatible with Internet Explorer. We've fixed those glitches, so all of our current content is fine. But if you go back into the archives, you might find some unreadable pages. We're working on going back and upgrading all the formats, but meanwhile, please be patient, thanks!

Community content -- One function of NNN is to provide a central place where Rhode Island's active and diverse environmental community can keep in touch and stay up to date. These features aim to fill that need.

Our Community -- directory and links

Community Calendar -- a comprehensive listing of events around the state

Free Classifieds -- help wanted, jobs wanted, housing, etc.

Bulletin Board -- for letters to the editor, press releases, and other miscellany

Profiles of local groups and individuals who are making a difference.

News and information -- NNN aims to provide in-depth news and features to help you get connected and informed about local environmental issues. We're adding new features all the time.

Latest eco-news, briefed on the home page, updated daily, all with a Rhode Island angle.

General Assembly wrap-up -- new laws and thwarted efforts for RI's eco-community

Energy options for Rhode Island -- an intro to some new initiatives

Living green in the city -- urban ecologists

The big green web -- where to find eco-news online

Natural science and outdoor recreation -- No point saving the earth if we're not going to enjoy it. NNN will take you to the state's most beautiful places, and help you plan ways to get out and explore.

Hiking in R.I. -- places to go, how to prepare

Camping in R.I. -- nine great sites, each with its own character

Stargazing -- astronomer Francine Jackson's monthly guide to the night sky

Green gardening -- learn about earth-friendly practices for having a great lawn and garden

What you can do-- In our little state, every individual can make a difference.

Volunteer, part one -- how to jump right in and get started.

Volunteer, part two -- a roundup of programs that offer training in return for your time.

Tools and inside info-- Here's everything you need to know about using NNN.

To sign up for our free monthly newsletter, scroll down to the window and type in your email address, that's all there is to it. Click on the link there for our privacy policy (the best).

To learn about the team that brings you NNN and read our mission statement, go to About Us.

To contact NNN about sponsorship opportunities, click here.

To search our site, go to our site map.

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Thanks for visiting!

* Updated September 2006 -- Please check back often! *

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