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ORI continues to be the leader in attaining and maintaining water quakity in the world's oceans, rivers and estuaries. Their new campaign to help clean up the Indian River Lagoon will benefit the IRL's Bottle-nosed Dolphin as well as other marine species and the avian and terrestrial species that depend on the IRL for their survival. The nutrients and contaminants that are routinely dumped into the lagoon are contributing to the lagoons eutrophication and early demise of the lagoon and it's natural inhabitants. Programs of this nature, sadly, are needed to bring to light the lack of responsibility of manufacturers and the carelessnes of users of products that are injurious to the environment, and ORI is to be commended for their initiative in their actions to promote better water quality worldwide.
Thank you ORI for bringing attention to our ocean and water systems! They are badly neglected and we are destroying them at an alarming rate. More attention must be paid to our most precious resource after air: water.
RE: ORI “ You seem to need a lot of reassurance. You should know by now that you are all awesome!!! Thank you for caring so deeply about all these important health, safety and environmental issues!”
With the extent of pollution entering the waterways and the oceans of the world through plastics, oil and chemical spills, raw sewage, acid rain and heavy metals from fossil fuel use, the world needs groups that will take the initiative in, not only stopping the pollution, but also in cleaning up the mess that mankind is leaving for future generations. ORI's efforts in this direction have been, are and will be both inspirational and greatly appreciated. The world needs more groups with their dedication and leadership capability. Grant Campbell South Florida Audubon Society Director of Wildlife Policy Conservation Chair conservation@southfloridaaudubon.org 954-812-2613
In a time when we are fighting for our environment, on both the land and the sea, it is good to know that our waters have advocates like you. We have to develope our own "special interest groups" to protect, renew, and help sustain our precious waters. They have sustained us for eons. You are a very special group of people, who stand up with integrity and take on those special interests who have proven themselves souless, and will destroy indescriminantly for profit while many of our leaders look the other way. Please do not allow anything to stop you from carrying on this work. We need you.
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I was a Board Member & Director of Wildlife Policy/Conservation Chair, South Florida Audubon Society
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08/29/10
ORI continues to be the leader in attaining and maintaining water quakity in the world's oceans, rivers and estuaries. Their new campaign to help clean up the Indian River Lagoon will benefit the IRL's Bottle-nosed Dolphin as well as other marine species and the avian and terrestrial species that depend on the IRL for their survival. The nutrients and contaminants that are routinely dumped into the lagoon are contributing to the lagoons eutrophication and early demise of the lagoon and it's natural inhabitants. Programs of this nature, sadly, are needed to bring to light the lack of responsibility of manufacturers and the carelessnes of users of products that are injurious to the environment, and ORI is to be commended for their initiative in their actions to promote better water quality worldwide.
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- I've seen the results of this organization in... Improvement in the understanding of everyday actions that will promote long-lasting goals.
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... their initiative in taking action to promote a more healthful environment for both humanity and wildlife.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... dedicated, knowledgeable and professional.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... do about a quarter of the things it would like to accomplish.
Ways to make it better
- My experience would have been better if... I could be more involved physically.
- If I had to make changes to this organization, I would… ask for Federal funding. ORI works all over the US to help our environment.
- In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are... funding and exposure to the envirnmental community . Some environmentalist I've talked to were not aware of the organization's existence.
- One thing I'd also say is that... Kudos to ORI and keep up the good work.
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I was a General Member of the Public & I respond to their calls for action in petitions/emails
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08/06/10
Thank you ORI for bringing attention to our ocean and water systems! They are badly neglected and we are destroying them at an alarming rate. More attention must be paid to our most precious resource after air: water.
The Great!
- I've seen the results of this organization in... I have been moved by the stories they tell about what is going on with our oceans politically and scientifically.
Ways to make it better
- If I had to make changes to this organization, I would… Can't think of any.
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I was a General Member of the Public & I basically sign petitions, sometimes write letters, post on Twitter, or donate money.
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07/02/10
RE: ORI “ You seem to need a lot of reassurance. You should know by now that you are all awesome!!! Thank you for caring so deeply about all these important health, safety and environmental issues!”
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- I've seen the results of this organization in... Making me aware of some of the World's important issues, especially in regard to the environment, and also keeping me informed of their success in achieving their goals.
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... Re: ORI “ You seem to need a lot of reassurance. You should know by now that you are all awesome!!! Thank you for caring so deeply about all these important health, safety and environmental issues!”
Ways to make it better
- If I had to make changes to this organization, I would… Try to have them cloned, so that more groups would be as caring and articulate as they are.
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I was a Professional with expertise in this field & I am the Director of Wildlife Policy/Conservation Chair with South Florida Audubon Society
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06/25/10
With the extent of pollution entering the waterways and the oceans of the world through plastics, oil and chemical spills, raw sewage, acid rain and heavy metals from fossil fuel use, the world needs groups that will take the initiative in, not only stopping the pollution, but also in cleaning up the mess that mankind is leaving for future generations. ORI's efforts in this direction have been, are and will be both inspirational and greatly appreciated. The world needs more groups with their dedication and leadership capability. Grant Campbell South Florida Audubon Society Director of Wildlife Policy Conservation Chair conservation@southfloridaaudubon.org 954-812-2613
The Great!
- I've seen the results of this organization in... Action alerts, newsletters and emails.
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... the dedication to their ideals and their spirit.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... I have had only email contact with the organization, but their demeanor is cordial and their communication has been topical.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... go broke trying to clean up the waterways and oceans of the world.
Ways to make it better
- My experience would have been better if... it could have been in person
- If I had to make changes to this organization, I would… Initiate grant funding so their work could proceed on a wider scale - our problems are worldwide.
- In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are... Mankind.
- One thing I'd also say is that... Do not give up. The challenges we face seem at times insurmountable, but collectively we are making a difference and given time, the results will be worthwhile.
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I was a General Member of the Public & Served as a "mouse warrior" to take action and get the word out on the Internet.
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06/24/10
In a time when we are fighting for our environment, on both the land and the sea, it is good to know that our waters have advocates like you. We have to develope our own "special interest groups" to protect, renew, and help sustain our precious waters. They have sustained us for eons. You are a very special group of people, who stand up with integrity and take on those special interests who have proven themselves souless, and will destroy indescriminantly for profit while many of our leaders look the other way. Please do not allow anything to stop you from carrying on this work. We need you.
The Great!
- I've seen the results of this organization in... Reading of the battles and the victories of your organization, as well as the saga of the day to day, on-going work needed to sustain the momentum. It is inspiring, and an incentive to keep going with my on efforts.
Ways to make it better
- If I had to make changes to this organization, I would… I don't know of any changes I would make right now, except to perhaps try to involve people who do not live near a body of water, since they, too, are affected by the condition of our waters.