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• Wildlife preservation group takes new approach
  National Wildlife Federation president Larry Schweiger says the goal of organizations like his is no longer simply protecting wildlife, but fighting for the future of the planet. That's why he's working with some unlikely allies, including hunting groups, to combat climate change.9:06 a.m.
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  Larry Schweiger: President of the National Wildlife Federation.
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  National Wildlife Federation
• A poet's vision for the environment, young artists
  The natural world is the canvas and the inspiration for award-winning poet Robert Hass. He talks about his long career, and how he's helping children explore their own creativity and express their thoughts on the environment.10:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Robert Hass: Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and former U.S. poet laureate. His latest collection of poetry is "Time and Materials." He's the co-founder with Pamela Michael in 1995 of River of Words, which encourages children to write poetry and create art on watersheds. Michael edited and Hass introduced a new collection, "River of Words: Young Poets & Artists on the Nature of Things."
  More from MPR
  Robert Hass on Midmorning, 2006 (02/15/2006)
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  River of Words
  Interview with Robert Hass, January 2008

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