Acid Rain Foundation
1410 Varsity Drive
aleigh, NC 27608

19-828-9443
Dedicated to developing public awareness, information, educational materials, 
and research in the area of acid disposition, air pollution and toxins, global 
change, and recycling.
$25.00 per year
Quarterly publication "The Acid Rain Update"
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Acid Rain Information Clearinghouse
33 S. Washington Street
ochester, NY 14608
716-546-3796
Provide comprehensive reference and referral, current awareness, and 
educational services to a wide range of professionals, academics, and public 
interest groups.  The organization maintains a library, sponsors conferences 
and seminars, and prepares topical bibliographies


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Adopt-a-Stream Foundation
P.O. Box 5558
verett, WA 98201


06-388-3313
Promotes environmental education and stream enhancement.  It offers support 
and guidance to those "adopting" a stream.  The adopting group provides long- 
term care of the stream. $10 and up Quarterly newsletter "StreamLines".  Also 
publishes two informative books: Adopting a Stream" and "Adopting a Wetland".

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African Wildlife Foundation
1717 Massachusetts Avenue NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-265-8394
Works with Africans in over twenty countries, promoting, establishing, and 
supporting grass-roots and institutional programs in conservation, wildlife 
management training, and management of threatened conservation areas.  The 
group's current emphasis is on educating Americans not to buy ivory.
Membership by donation
Minimum of $15 membership donation required to subscribe to quarterly 
newsletter, "Wildlife News".
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Alliance For Environmental Education
211 Wilson Blvd.
uite 751
rlington, VA 22201
703-875-8660
Dedicated to promoting the development of environmental education programs.  
Activities include national conferences, publications, and the "Network for 
Environmental Education".
$100 per year Bimonthly newsletter "The Network Exchange"
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Alliance to Save Energy
1725 K Street NW
ashington, DC 2006
202-857-0666
Dedicated to increasing energy efficiency.  The group conducts research and 
pilot projects to evaluate solutions to energy-efficiency problems.  Alliance 
programs address quality of life, environment, national security, 
international competitiveness, and economic development.
Non-membership organization supported by corporations and foundations.
Publications and computer software are available to the public.
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America the Beautiful Fund
219 Shoreham Building
ashington, DC 20005
202-638-1649
Organized in 1965 to give recognition, technical support, small seed grants, 
gifts of free seeds, and national recognition awards to volunteers and 
community groups that initiate new local projects improving environmental 
quality.  Activities include beautifying communities through seed donations 
and growing food for the needy.
$5 and up Quarterly newsletter, "Better Times".
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American Cave Conservation Association
P.O. Box 409
orse Cave, KY 42749
502-786-1466
Established to protect and preserve caves, karstlands, and groundwater.  The 
group work focuses on education, creation of a national education facility and 
museum of caves and karst, and developing an information network.
$25 per year Bimonthly magazine, "American Caves" and a periodic newsletter.
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American Cetacean Society
P.O. Box 2639
an Pedro, CA 90731
213-548-6279
Volunteer organization working to protect whales and dolphins through 
research, conservation, and education.  Projects have focused on the killings 
of dolphins by tuna fishermen, stopping whaling, ocean pollution, strandings, 
and gill net and drift net problems. $25 per year Quarterly magazine, "Whale 
Watcher" and quarterly newsletter "Whale News".
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American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
1001 Connecticut Ave., NW
uite 535
ashington, DC 20036

02-429-8873
Gathers, evaluates, and disseminates information to stimulate greater energy 
efficiency.  Topics of focus include buildings, appliances, and indoor air 
quality.


Not a membership organization, but does maintain a mailing list.
Annually publishes a booklet, "The Most Energy Efficient Appliances".
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American Forest Council
1250 Connecticut Ave., NW
uite 320
ashington, DC 20036
202-463-2455
Sponsored by the forest products industry to educate and train private forest 
land owners in good forest-management practices.  It sponsors an education 
program, "Project Learning Tree" through its American Tree Farm System.
Membership available to companies, private forest tree farmers & individuals.
Monthly magazine, "American Forest Council", and a poster/magazine, "Green 
America" which is available through Project Learning Tree.
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American Forestry Association
P.O. Box 2000
ashington, DC 20013
202-667-3300
Citizen's organization dedicated to the maintenance and improvement of the 
health and value of trees and forests, and to make Americans more aware of and 
active in forest conservation and tree planting.  It sponsors "Global ReLeaf" 
a national program encouraging Americans to plant millions of trees to lower 
carbon dioxide levels and beautify communities.  Another major program is the 
"National Register of Big Trees".
$24 per year.
Bimonthly "American Forests" and the "Resource Hotline" newsletter.
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American Humane Association
9725 E. Hampden Avenue
enver, CO 80231
303-695-0811
Founded to protect animals from neglect, abuse, and exploitation.  Has added 
child welfare work to its mission and established the American Association for 
Protecting Children.  Activities include training programs for animal care and 
control professionals, humane education materials and methods for children and 
adults, emergency relief for animal victims of natural disasters, advocacy for 
humane legislation and safeguards for animal actors, and public policy to 
protect abused and neglected families.
$15 per year.
Quarterly magazine, "Advocate".
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American Littoral Society
Sandy Hook
ighlands, NJ 07732
201-291-0055
A conservation organization founded to study and conserve the littoral zone, 
the fragile, productive areas where the sea meets the shore.  Many local 
chapters sponsor international field trips, beach cleanups, tern nest patrols, 
and turtle nest watches.
$20 dollars per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Underwater Naturalist", and bimonthly newsletter, 
Coastal Reporter".
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American Rivers
801 Pennsylvania Ave., SE
ashington, DC 2003

02-547-6900
A nonprofit group working to preserve the nation's rivers and their 
landscapes.  American Rivers measures its progress in river miles preserved, 
streamside acres protected, dams blocked, and taxpayer dollars saved.
$20 and up per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "American Rivers", along with a list of outfitters that 
support river conservation.
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American Society for Environmental History
Center for Technology Studies
ew Jersey Institute of Technology
ewark, NJ 07012
201-596-3334
Promotes research, publications, teaching, and communications on the 
relationship of humans to the natural environment from a broadly historical 
and humanistic perspective.
$24 for individuals and $30 for institutions per year.
Quarterly journal, "Environmental Review".
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American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
441 E. 92nd Street
ew York, NY 10128
212-876-7700
Provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout 
the United States.  The group focuses on the rights of companion animals, 
animals in research and testing, animals raised for food, wild animals, 
entertainment and work animals, and animals in education.  Also sponsors a 
yearly safari to Kenya to observe wildlife in a natural setting.
$20 per year (includes a discount on pet products in its New York store).
Quarterly magazine, "ASPCA Quarterly Report".
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American Wilderness Alliance
7600 E. Arapahoe
uite 114
nglewood, CO 80112
303-771-0380
Founded to protect and wisely manage wilderness, wildlife, wetlands, 
watersheds, fisheries, and quality outdoor recreation.  Projects have included 
reintroduction of beavers to natural habitats, timber management, and water 
laws.
$22 and up per year.
Quarterly publication, "Its Time to Go Wild".
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Americans for the Environment
1400 16th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036

02-797-6665
Educational organization established to train, educate, and involve the 
environmental community in issues and strategy, and to encourage activists to 
become involved in campaigns to elect environmentalists to public office.
Not a membership organization.

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Animal Protection Institute of America
2831 Fruitridge Road
acramento, CA 95822

16-422-1921
Established to eliminate or alleviate fear, pain, and suffering among animals 
through humane education and member action
$20 per year.
Quarterly magazine, "Mainstream".
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Animal Welfare Institute
P.O. Box 3650
ashington, DC 2007
202-337-2332
Promotes the welfare of all animals and works to reduce the pain and fear 
inflicted on animals by humans.  One focus is on improving conditions of 
laboratory animals, "factory farmed" animals, and species threatened by 
extinction.  Maintains an extensive collections of publications and films for 
educational use.
$15 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Animal Welfare Institute" as well as options on free 
books when they become available and invitations to events at the Institute.
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Atlantic Center for the Environment
39 S. Main Street
pswich, MA 01938
508-356-0038
To promote environmental understanding and encourage public involvement in 
resolving natural resource issues in the Atlantic Ocean region.  The center 
has worked on studying migratory birds, river, and watershed management, and 
various international programs.
$25 per year
Quarterly magazine, "Nexus".
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Balloon Alert Project
12 Pine Fork Drive
oms River, NJ 08755
201-341-9506
An information source for individuals, groups, and schools interested in 
becoming actively involved in banning mass balloon releases and developing 
alternatives to such releases.
Not a membership organization.
Quarterly newsletter, "Balloon Alert Project", is available by sending a self- 
addressed, stamped envelope.
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Basic Foundation
P.O. Box 47012
aint Petersburg, FL 33743
813-526-9562
Established to promote efforts to balance population growth with natural 
resources and tropical rain forest preservation.  Supports research 
activities, exhibits, publications, conferences, lectures, and nature tours.  
The foundation also publishes and donates educational materials to schools; 
lobbies policy-makers and international organizations on behalf of the 
tropical rain forests; sells products with environmental messages; supports 
activities of various rain forest projects; and sponsors Costa Rican rain 
forest tours.
Not a membership organization.
None
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Bat Conservation International
P.O. Box 162603
ustin, TX 78716
512-327-9721
Educates about the vital role of bats in world environments.  Bats are 
responsible for controlling insects, pollinating plants, and generating up to 
95 percent of the seed dispersal essential to the regrowth of cleared tropical 
forests.
$25 and up per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Bats".  A copy of the book, "America's Neighborhood 
Bats" is available upon payment of membership fees.
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Bio-Integral Resource Center
P.O. Box 7414
erkely, CA 94707
415-524-2567
Dedicated to providing information on least-toxic pest control.  Members may 
receive help with pest-management problems.
Varies with publications desired.  See below.
"IPM Practitioner", published 10 times a year is available with $25 
membership; quarterly,"Common Sense Pest Control" is available for a $30 
membership; or both for $45 membership.
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Caribbean Conservation Corporation
P.O. Box 2866
ainesville, FL 32602
904-373-6441
Focuses on marine and sea turtle research and conservation.  Operates the 
Green Turtle Research Station in Tortuguero, Costa Rica, and maintains a green 
turtle tagging project in cooperation with the Center for Sea Turtle Research 
at the University of Florida.  Also runs the Volunteer Research Travel 
Program, with spring and summer trips to Tortuguero; participants assist 
research teams in studying and tagging marine turtles.

35 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "The Velador".
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Center for Environmental Information
99 Court Street
ochester, NY 14604
716-546-3796
An information organization that maintains an extensive library, organizes 
conferences and seminars, and publishes many useful books, manuals, and 
directories.  The center also provides a discount travel club for members.  
Membership includes invitations to monthly "timely topic" seminars, and other 
publications.
$25 and up per year.
Bimonthly newspaper, "Upstate Environment" and a monthly update of the 
center's activities, ("Sphere").
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Center for Investigative Reporting
530 Howard Street
nd Floor
an Francisco, CA 94105
415-543-1200
Provides support for investigative journalism, including environmental 
stories, for international television networks, newspapers, and magazines.  
The center has a regional office in Washington, DC.  Environmental projects 
include a documentary for public television focusing on using the earth as 
dumping ground for toxic wastes.
Not a membership organization.
None
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Center for Marine Conservation
1725 DeSales Street, NW
uite 500
ashington, DC 20036
202-429-5609
Formerly the Center for Environmental Education.  Dedicated to protecting 
marine wildlife and their habitats and conserving coastal and ocean resources.  
Conducts policy-oriented research, public awareness through education, and 
supports international and domestic marine conservation programs.  Sponsors 
the "Whale Protection Fund", "Marine Habitat Program", "Seal Rescue Fund", 
"Sea Turtle Rescue", and "Entanglement Program".

20 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Marine Conservation", legislative updates, and Action 
Alerts" outlining things people can do to support marine conservation.
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Center for Plant Conservation
125 Arborway
amaica Plain, MA 02130
617-524-6988
A national network of nineteen botanical gardens and arboretums.  The 
organization works to conserve rare and endangered native plants through 
research, cultivation, and education at botanical gardens and arboretums 
throughout the U.S.
Membership limited to botanical gardens and arboretums.
Newsletter
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Center for Science in the Public Interest
1501 16th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-332-9110
Provides consumers with information in the areas of nutrition and health.  
Research, education, and publication efforts include nutrition advocacy, 
alcohol and minority-related projects, a child nutrition project, and the 
Americans for Safe Food" project, which focuses on sustainable agriculture.
$19.95 per year.
"Nutrition Action Health Letter", published ten time a year
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Children of the Green Earth
P.O. Box 95219
eattle, WA 98145
206-781-0852
Committed to "regreening" the earth by helping young people plant and care for 
trees and forests.  Publishes educational materials, a periodical newsletter, 
"Tree Song" and promotes tree-planting efforts by young people.  A partnership 
program involves groups in Germany, India, Lesotho, South Africa, Senegal, and 
Nepal.  The organization helps others in becoming involved through work in 
their local communities.
$25 per year.
Periodic newsletter, "Tree Song", as well as a discount on materials.
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Citizen's Clearinghouse for Hazardous Waste
P.O. Box 3541
rlington, VA 22216
703-276-7070
Founded in 1981 by Love Canal victim Lois Gibbs to use the lessons learned at 
the Love Canal toxic-waste dump in helping grassroots groups fight for 
environmental justice.  Works with over 6,000 community groups nationwide, 
providing technical support for environmental problems.  Publishes many 
publications geared toward helping communities help themselvesmanuals on 
organizing, fund raising, waste disposal management, how to fight a proposed 
facility, and how to start a community recycling project.
$25 per year
Bimonthly magazine, "Everyone's Backyard".
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Clean Sites
1199 N. Fairfax Street
lexandria, VA 22314

03-683-8522
Encourages hazardous-waste cleanups conducted by those responsible for the contamination and provides technical reviews and project management services at sites.  Clean sites is supported by reimbursement for services, contributions from the chemical industry, and contributions and grants from corporations, foundations, and government.
Not a membership organization

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Clean Water Action Project
317 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-547-1196
Works for clean and safe water at an affordable cost, control of toxic 
chemicals, and the protection of natural resources.  Emphasis is on pesticide 
safety and groundwater protection, solving the landfill crisis, and protecting 
endangered natural resources.
$24 for individuals and and $40 for organizations per year.
Quarterly, "Clean Water Action News", as well as monthly regional newsletters.
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Clean Water Fund
317 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
rd Floor
ashington, DC 2005
202-547-2312
Aims to advance environmental and consumer protections and develop the 
grassroots strength of the environmental movement.  The group focuses on water 
pollution, toxic hazards, and natural resources.
$25 for regular membership and $60 for sustaining membership per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Water Action News" for regular membership.  Sustaining 
membership includes same newsletter as well as monthly bulletins.
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Climate Institute
316 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
uite 403
ashington, DC 20003
202-547-0104
Serves as a bridge between scientists and public and private decision-makers 
on global warming and stratosphere ozone depletion.  The organization 
publishes many reports and proceedings.
$35 ($15 for students) per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Climate Alert".
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Coalition for Scenic Beauty
216 7th Street, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-546-1100
Dedicated to protecting scenic resources in the U.S. and cleaning up visual 
pollution.  The group has worked on billboard control, preservation of scenic 
areas, and aesthetic regulation.
$20 for individuals and $50 for organizations per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Sign Control Times".
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Coastal Society, The
5410 Grosvenor Lane
uite 110
ethesda, MD 20814
301-897-8616
Committed to promoting the understanding and wise use of coastal environments.  
Sponsors conferences, workshops, and publications
$25 ($12.50 for students) per year.
Quarterly bulletin.
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Coastal States Organization
444 N. Capitol Street, NW
uite 312
ashington, DC 20001
202-628-9636
Continually reviews and assesses coastal management practice, policy, 
problems, and progress throughout the country.  Offers an information and data 
gathering network, provides information on coastal and offshore development, 
public access information, coastal hazards planning and management, wetlands 
preservation, fisheries development and management, and port and waterfront 
restoration.  Sponsors "Coastweeks" each fall, a three-week volunteer project 
to clean up the nation's coasts and beaches.
Limited to congressional representatives from coastal states.

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Concern, Inc.
1794 Columbia Road, NW
ashington, DC 20009
202-328-8160
Provides environmental information for community action.  Concern's Community 
Outreach program promotes local and regional citizen action and encourages 
communication between individuals and groups working on similar issues.  Its 
goal is to help communities find solutions to environmental problems that
threaten public health and the quality of life.  Not a membership  
organization.
Booklets on pesticide use, farmland, drinking water, groundwater, and 
household waste are available at $3 each.
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Conservation Foundation
1250 24th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20037

02-293-4800
Committed to improving the quality of the environment and to securing wise use 
of the earth's resources by influencing public policy on all levels.  The 
group focuses on pollution and toxic substances, public and private land use 
in the U.S., and economic development in the third world.  In 1985, the group 
formally affiliated with the World Wildlife Fund to add a strong scientific 
background to its activities.
Not a membership organization.
Publishes a monthly newsletter, "CF Newsletter" for other environmental 
organizations.
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Consumer Pesticide Project
425 Mississippi Street
an Francisco, CA 94105
415-826-6314
Composed of consumer and environmental activists working to get dangerous 
pesticides out of food and the environment.  The group is dedicated to 
encouraging citizen participation and focuses on encouraging supermarkets to 
carry fresh fruits and vegetables without dangerous pesticides.
Not a membership organization
"Organizing Kit: A Practical Strategy to Reduce Dangerous Pesticides in our 
Food and the Environment" is a step-by-step instruction guide for organizing 
your community and is available for $5 to cover postage and handling.
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Co-Op America
2100 M Street, NW
uite 310
ashington, DC 20036
202-872-5307
A democratically controlled, nonprofit membership association representing the 
social and environmental interests of consumers.  It believes that to solve 
the environmental crises, America must change the way it does business.  The 
group's travel service, Travelinks, arranges ecologically friendly, 
educational travel.  Other benefits include insurance and a credit union that 
offers a special Visa card.
$20 per year.
Quarterly magazine, "Building Economic Alternatives".
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Council on Economic Priorities
30 Irving Plaza
ew York, NY 10003
212-420-1133
A nonprofit research organization devoted to impartial analysis of crucial 
public-interest issues, including corporate social responsibility, the 
environment, and national security.
$25 and up per year.
Guide, "Shopping for a Better World" and a monthly research paper.
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Cousteau Society
930 West 21st Street
orfolk, VA 23517
804-627-1144
Founded by world-renowned environmentalist and underwater explorer Jacques- 
Yves Cousteau to protect and improve the quality of life for present and 
future generations.  The society's activities range from research, lectures, 
books, and publications to television specials on human interaction with 
ecosystems.

20 for individuals and $28 for families.
Monthly magazine, "Calypso Log" (children receive "Dolphin Log").
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Cultural Survival
11 Divinity Avenue
ambridge, MA 02138
617-495-2562
A Harvard-affliated academic organization working to import sustainably 
managed rain forest products to the U.S.  It acts as a consultant to 
businesses that want to import rain forest nuts and woods for use in their 
products.  Cultural Survival manages "Cultural Survival Imports", a nonprofit 
business importing cashews and Brazil nuts to the U.S.

$25 per year
Quarterly publication, "Cultural Survival Quarterly".
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Defenders of Wildlife
1244 19th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-659-9510
Dedicated to protecting wild animals and plants in their natural communities, 
especially native American endangered or threatened species, through 
education, litigation, and advocacy of public policies.  Sponsors the 
Entanglement Network Coalition to identify problems with marine entanglement 
and debris ingestion.  Membership includes voting privileges for the Board of 
Directors and eligibility for the organization's Visa or MasterCard.
$20 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "Defenders".  Also publishes annual endangered species 
reports, educational newsletters, and citizen action alerts.
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Desert Fishes Council
407 West Line Street
ishop, CA 93514
619-872-1171
Concerned with the integrity of aquatic ecosystems in the desert Southwest.  
Supports the research of related agencies and academia.
$10 per year.
Proceedings of the annual symposium.
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Desert Tortoise Council
5319 Cerritos Avenue
ong Beach, CA 90805
213-422-6172
Established to assure continued survival of the desert tortoise population.  
The group advises desert tortoise preservation agencies, fish and wildlife 
agencies, and any other agencies involved in protection of the desert tortoise 
and conservation.
$8 individual$5 student$20 contributor$25 organization
Quarterly newsletter and notices of symposiums.
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Dolphin Research Center
P.O. Box 2875
arathon Shores, FL 33052
305-289-0002
To create a better understanding of marine mammals and their environment 
through tours and the week-long, college accredited Dolphinlab program
$30 for individuals, $50 per family
Bi-monthly, "The Dolphin Society Newsletter".  While focusing primarily on 
what happens at the DRC, the newsletter also features marine mammal news from 
around the world.
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Ducks Unlimited
1 Waterfowl Way
ong Grove, IL 60047
312-438-4300
Raises money for developing, preserving, restoring, and maintaining the 
waterfowl habitat in North America.  The group promotes public education about 
wetlands and waterfowl management, and supports the North American Waterfowl 
Management Plan.
$20 to $10,000 per year.
Monthly magazine, "Ducks Unlimited".
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Earth First!
P.O. Box 7
anton, NY 13617
315-379-9940
A radical direct-action movement encouraging individuals to act upon their 
environmental concerns.
$20 per year.
Journal, "Earth First! Journal", published eight times a year.
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Earth Island Institute
300 Broadway
uite 28
an Francisco, CA 94133
415-788-3666
Established to initiate and support internationally oriented projects 
protecting and restoring the environment.  Among Earth Island's projects are 
the International Marine Mammal Project, the Environmental Project on Central 
America, the International Rivers Network, and the Climate Protection Network.
$25 per year
Quarterly journal, "Earth Island Journal".
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EarthSave
P.O. Box 949
elton, CA 95018
408-423-4069
Developed from the work of John Robbins, author of "Diet for a New America".  
It provides education and leadership for transition to more healthful and 
environmentally sound food choices, non-polluting energy supplies, and a wiser 
use of natural resources, and it is dedicated to an ecologically sustainable 
future.
$20 to $35 per year.
Newsletter, "Project EarthSave", and regular notices and updates of current 
activities.
~~~~~
Elsa Wild Animal Appeal
(a.k.a. Elsa Clubs of America)
.O. Box 4572
. Hollywood, CA 90607
818-761-8387
Dedicated to the conservation of wildlife, especially endangered species, 
through child education.  Develops and distributes child education materials 
for youth under 18) and is involved in legislation.
$5 senior citizens$7.50 youth$15  adults.
A triannual subscription to "Born Free News" and a choice of several wildlife 
kits that can be used at home or in the classroom.  Youth members also receive 
"Action Alerts" throughout the year with suggestions and information about 
what they can do.
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Environmental Action Coalition
625 Broadway
ew York, NY 10012
212-677-1601
Promotes recycling in New York City, organizing apartment buildings and urban 
forestry and educational programs.
$15 to $25 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Cycle".
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Environmental Action, Inc.
1525 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
ashington, DC 20036

02-745-4870
A membership-based organization that lobbies Congress for passage of strong 
environmental laws, such as the Clean Air Act and Superfund.  The groups works 
directly with citizen groups on such issues as recycling, right-to-know laws, 
and toxic pollution.  Sponsors the Solid Waste Alternative Project.  The 
Energy Conservation Coalition branch works through national public interest 
groups to promote energy efficiency as a solution to such problems as global 
warming.
$20 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "Environmental Action Magazine" provides in-depth articles 
on such topics as solid waste, plastic containers, and ecotourism,
~~~~~
Environmental and Energy Study Institute
122 C Street, NW
uite 700
ashington, DC 20001
202-628-1400
A public policy organization aimed at producing more informed congressional 
debate, credible analysis, and innovative policies for environmentally 
sustainable development.  Programs and projects focus on global climate 
change, acid rain, groundwater protection, agriculture, solid and hazardous 
waste management, energy efficiency, and natural resources management in the 
third world.  Unknown if membership is open.
Special reports and the "Weekly Bulletin",  published while Congress is in 
session, which contains highlights of the upcoming week's floor activity in 
Congress, status reports and forecasts, and positions of key players.
~~~~~
Environmental Defense Fund
257 Park Avenue, S.
ew York, NY 10010
212-505-2100
Founded in 1967 as an organization of scientists, economists, and lawyers 
defending the environment.  It focuses on water pollution, pesticides, 
wildlife preservation, wetland protection, rain forests, the ozone layer, acid 
rain, and toxic chemicals and waste.
$20 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "EDF Newsletter".
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Environmental Hazards Management Institute
10 Newmarket Road
.O. Box 932
urham, NH 03824
603-868-1496
Aims to educate public and private sector individuals and organizations on 
hazardous waste, acting as an information and training source.  Distributes 
the "Household Hazardous Waste Wheel", the "Water Sense Wheel", and the 
Recycling Wheel", which are available for $3.75 each plus postage and 
handling, with discounts for quantity.
Not a membership organization.

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Environmental Law Institute
1616 P Street, NW
uite 200
ashington, DC 20036
202-328-5150
An environmental law research and education center that helps find creative 
solutions to such problems as wetlands protection, surface mining, hazardous 
waste, acid rain, and global warming.  The group focuses its efforts on 
education through courses, publications, technical assistance, and research 
and policy analysis.
Not a membership organization.

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Environmental Safety
733 15th Street, NW, #1120
ashington, DC 20005
202-628-0374
An association of environmental professionals who develop new approaches and 
alternatives for environmental policy, especially environmental safety.  It 
monitors the activities of the EPA, including budget, personnel, and policy 
matters, and researches alternatives to EPA policy.  It also monitors 
implementation of the nation's toxic-substance laws and provides information 
and educational materials to the public.
Not a membership organization. 

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Forest Trust, The
P.O. Box 9238
anta Fe, NM 87504
505-983-8992
Established to protect and improve forest ecosystems and resources.  The 
group's activities focus on national forest management, land trust, management 
of private lands, and economic development in rural communities.
Unknown if membership is open.

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Freshwater Foundation
2500 Shadywood Road
ox 90
avarre, MN 55392
612-471-8407
Dedicated to research and education to keep waters usable for human 
consumption, industry, and recreation.  Activities emphasize agricultural 
chemicals and groundwater protection, and biological processes that degrade 
pollutants.
$50 per year.
Monthlies, "Health and Environmental Digest" and "U.S. Water News", and a 
biennial "Journal of Freshwater".
~~~~~
Friends of Animals
P.O. Box 1244
orwalk, CT 06856

03-866-5223
Dedicated to eliminating human brutality to animals.  Its many programs 
include breeding-control services, working for the protection of animals used 
in experiments and testing and for farm animals, and a wild animal orphanage 
and rehabilitation center in Liberia.  It also heads the Committee for Human 
Legislation, which is active in legislative affairs.
$20 per year.

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Friends of the Earth
530 7th Street, SE
ashington, DC 2003
202-544-2600
Promotes the conservation, protection, and rational use of the earth.  Its 
activities include lobbying, litigation, and public information on a variety 
of environmental issues, including ozone depletion, river protection, and 
tropical deforestation.  It recently merged with the Oceanic Society and 
continues to strive to protect the oceans through education, research, and 
conservation, and by promoting the understanding and stewardship of the marine 
and coastal environment.
$25 for individual, $15 for student/low income/senior citizens.
Monthly magazine, "Not Man Apart".
~~~~~
Friends of the River
Fort Mason Center
uilding C
an Francisco, CA 94123
415-771-0400
Established to save rivers from being dammed.  It is active in river 
conservation efforts, and has successfully fought for preservation of the 
Tuolumne, Kings, Kern, and Merced rivers in California.
$25 for individuals and $35 for families.
Bimonthly, "Headwaters" as well as "action alerts" and discounts on river 
trips.
~~~~~
Friends of the Sea Otter
Box 221220
armel, CA 93922
408-625-3290
Aids in the protection and maintenance of the southern sea otter and its near- 
shore marine habitats.
$15 per year.
Twice annual magazine, "Otter Raft".
~~~~~
Fund for Animals
200 West 57th Street
ew York, NY 10019
212-246-2096
Founded to aid the relief of fear, pain, and suffering in wild and domestic 
animals.
$10 for students, $20 for individuals, and $25 for families.
A newsletter and "Action Alert" updates on legislation.
~~~~~
Global Tomorrow Coalition
1325 G Street, NW
ashington, DC 20005

02-628-4016
A national alliance of organizations and individuals created to foster broader 
understanding of the long term significance of global trends in population, 
resources, environment, and development.  Its main focus is on sustainable 
development.  The group also promotes informed and responsible public choice 
among alternative futures for the U.S. and alternative roles for the nation 
within the international community.
$15 per year for senior citizens and students and $35 for individuals.
Quarterly newsletter, "InterAction".
~~~~~
Grass Roots the Organic Way
38 Llangollen Lane
ewton Square, PA 19073
215-353-2838
Provides information about harmful pesticides and safe alternatives.  It 
educates on the use and misuse of pesticides on lawns, trees, shrubs, and 
other indoor and outdoor plants.  Membership entitles members to call with 
specific problems.  The group will either provide solutions over the phone or 
will send an information packet on the problem.
$20 per year.

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Great Bear Foundation
P.O. Box 2699
issoula, MT 59806
406-721-3009
Dedicated to conservation of bears, especially grizzly bears, and their 
habitat through such means as public education and habitat monitoring.
$15 per year for individuals and $25 for families.
Quarterly newsletter, "Bear News".
~~~~~
Great Swamp Research Institute
Indiana Univ. of Pennsylvania
05 Weyandt Hall
ndiana, PA 15705
412-357-2609
A research and educational organization committed to protecting, preserving, 
and maintaining the environment.  It seeks new solutions to deal with the 
daily pressures society is placing on the environment.

free

~~~~~
Greater Yellowstone Coalition
P.O. Box 1874
ozeman, MT 59715
406-586-1593
Established to preserve and protect the wildlife, wildlands, fisheries, and 
other natural wonders in and around Yellowstone National Park.
$20 per year for individuals and $50 for organizations.

~~~~~
Greenhouse Crisis Foundation
1130 17th Street, NW
uite 630
ashington, DC 20036
202-466-2823
Dedicated to creating global awareness of the greenhouse crises and changing 
the world view and lifestyle underlying the crises.  Has initiated several 
actions, including Greenhouse Education Campaign; the Cities Program to raise 
awareness of mayors throughout the world of the importance of energy 
conservation, urban reforestation, and mass transit; International 
Environmental Rights Conferences; and the Global Greenhouse Network, to raise 
awareness and mobilize public opinion and to help facilitate international 
cooperation.
Not a membership organization.

~~~~~
Greenpeace
1436 U Street, NW
ashington, DC 20009

02-462-1177
Dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment and the life it 
supports.  It has focused its efforts on halting the needless killing of 
marine mammals and other endangered animals, ocean ecology, toxic waste 
reduction, and nuclear disarmament.
$20 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "Greenpeace"
~~~~~
Household Hazardous Waste Project
901 S. National Avenue
ox 108
pringfield, MO 65804
417-836-5777
Educates the public on household hazardous waste.  It provides consumer 
information, offers training and materials to community groups, and supports a 
grassroots approach to working on household hazardous waste issues.
Not a membership organization.

~~~~~
Human Ecology Action League
P.O. Box 49126
tlanta, GA 30359
404-248-1898
Aims to increase awareness of environmental conditions that are hazardous to 
human health.  The group acts as a clearinghouse on chemical sensitivities and 
related disorders, works toward minimizing the indiscriminate use of harmful 
chemicals, and establishes local chapters that provide support for members and 
educate their communities.
$20 per year
Newsletter, "The Human Ecologist".
~~~~~
Human Environment Center
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
uite 827
ashington, DC 2006
202-331-8387
Dedicated to providing education, information, and services to encourage the 
integration of environmental organizations, and promoting joint activities 
among environmental and social equity groups.  It serves as a clearinghouse 
and technical assistance center for youth conservation and service corps 
programs and operates a recruitment and placement service for minority 
environmental interns and professionals.
Not a membership organization.

~~~~~
Humane Society of the United States
2100 L Street, NW
ashington, DC 20037
202-452-1100
Offers resources to the general public on such topics as animal control, 
cruelty investigation, publications, and humane education.  The group's 
efforts include a "Shame of Fur" campaign, "Be A P.A.L.Prevent A Litter" 
campaign, marine mammal protection, and laboratory animal welfare.
$10 per year.

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Infact
256 Hanover
oston, MA 02113
617-742-4583
Established to press for corporate accountability and responsibility.  The 
group has research offices in several cities and national campaign 
headquarters in California.  One focus is on protesting the nuclear weapons 
efforts of General Electric.
$15 per year.
Publication, "Infact Brings GE to Light" is available for $8.45.
~~~~~
Inform
381 Park Avenue S.
ew York, NY 10016
212-689-4040
Established to conduct environmental research and education on such topics as 
garbage management, industrial toxic waste reductions, urban air pollution, 
and land and water conservation.
$35 and up, per year.
Bimonthly newsletter.
~~~~~
Institute for Earth Education
Box 288
arrenville, IL 60555
312-393-3096
Dedicated to developing a serious educational response to the environmental 
crises of the earth.  It consists of a network of individuals and member 
organizations committed to fostering earth education programs.  The group 
conducts workshops, hosts international and regional conferences, supports 
local branches, and publishes books.
$20 and up per year.
Quarterly journal, "Talking Leaves".  A free "Sourcebook" outlining the 
group's Earth Education program is available upon request.
~~~~~
Institute for Local Self-Reliance
2425 18th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20009
202-232-4108
Helps communities achieve maximum use of their physical, financial, and human 
resources.  Its activities include research, educational workshops, and direct 
consulting services to community groups and local governments.  The group can 
also provide data bases for search.
Unknown if membership is open.

~~~~~
International Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture
Newman Center, Univ. of Minnesota
702 University Ave. SE, Room 202
inneapolis, MN 55414
612-331-1099
Works to promote sustainable agriculture worldwide in an economically viable, 
ecologically sound, socially just, and humane way.  The groups focuses on 
three problems in sustainable agriculture: insufficient research and document; 
lack of organizational support and network building; and inadequate education 
and information dissemination.
$10 to $1,000 per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Manna", and discounts on other publications.
~~~~~
International Council for Bird Preservation
801 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-778-9563
Established to help maintain the diversity, distribution, abundance, and 
natural habitats of bird species worldwide, and to prevent the extinction of 
any species or subspecies.  Activities have focused on monitoring the status 
of susceptible bird populations and fostering international cooperation in 
bird preservation efforts.
$35 and up per year.
Two quarterly magazines, "World Bird Watch" and "U.S. Bird News".
~~~~~
International Fund for Animal Welfare
P.O. Box 193
11 Main Street
armouth Port, MA 02675
508-362-4944
Dedicated to the protection of wild and domestic animals.  Efforts have 
included work to preserve harp and hood seals in Canada, fur seals in Alaska, 
and vicua in Peru.
Membership by donation. 
Membership benefits include a variety of newsletters.
~~~~~
International Oceanographic Foundation
4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
.O. Box 499900
iami, FL 33149
305-361-4888
Provides information about the world's oceans and their importance to 
humanity, and encourages scientific investigation of the ocean.  It operates a 
museum at its Miami headquarters.
$18 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "Sea Frontiers".
~~~~~
International Primate Protection League
P.O. Box 766
ummerville, SC 28484

03-871-2280
Dedicated to the conservation and protection of primates.  Activities focus on 
primate trafficking, laboratory primate issues, and maintenance of a gibbon 
sanctuary.
$20 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "International Primate Protection League".
~~~~~
International Society of Arboriculture
303 W. University Avenue
rbana, IL 61801
217-328-2032
Dedicated to proper tree care and preservation, particularly in urban 
settings.  Its activities are aimed at helping make the public aware of the 
impact trees have on our future.  The group provides services to its members 
about the science and art of growing and maintaining shade and landscape 
trees.
$55 per year.
Monthly, "Journal of Arboriculture".
~~~~~
International Society of Tropical Foresters
5400 Grosvenor Lane
ethesda, MD 20814
301-897-8720
Dedicated to protecting, wisely managing, and rationally using the world's 
tropical forests.  Activities include establishing a communications network 
among tropical foresters and others concerned with the forests.
$50 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "ISTF News" and monthly magazine, "Journal of Forestry".
~~~~~
Izaak Walton League of America
1701 N. Fort Myer Drive
rlington, VA 22209
703-528-1818
Aims to protect America's land, water, and air resources.  Efforts focus on 
acid rain, clean air and water, stream protection, soil erosion, the 
Chesapeake Bay cleanup, and waterfowl/wildlife protection.  The organization 
coordinates the programs Save Our Streams and Wetlands Watch.
$20 per year.
Quarterly magazine, "Outdoor America".
~~~~~
League of Conservation Voters
320 4th Street, NE
ashington, DC 20002

02-785-8683
A national, nonpartisan political arm of the environmental movement.  It works 
to elect pro-environmental candidates to Congress, based on energy, 
environment, and natural-resource issues.
$25 per year.
"The National Environmental Scorecard", an annual rating of members of 
Congress on environmental issues.
~~~~~
League of Women Voters of the United States
1730 M Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-429-1965
A nonpartisan, political organization that encourages informed, active 
participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through 
education and advocacy.  The league takes political action on water and air 
quality, solid- and hazardous-waste management, land use, and energy.
$50 per year for national membership (local memberships vary).
Monthly magazine, "National Voter".
~~~~~
Marine Mammal Standing Center
P.O. Box 733
rigantine, NJ 08203
609-266-0538
A rescue and rehabilitation organization for marine mammals and sea turtles.  
It sponsors many whale-, dolphin-, and seal-watching trips.
$10 per year
Quarterly newsletter, "Blow Hole".
~~~~~
Monitor Consortium of Conservation and Animal Welfare Organizations
1506 19th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-234-6576
Founded in 1972 as a nonprofit coordinating center and information 
clearinghouse on endangered species and marine mammals for its member 
organizations.
Membership open to conservation, environmental, and animal welfare groups.

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National Arbor Day Foundation
100 Arbor Avenue
ebraska City, NE 68410
402-474-5655
Dedicated to tree planting and conservation.  It provides direction, technical 
assistance, and public recognition for urban and community forestry programs.  
Projects include Tree City USA, an urban forestry tree planting and care 
program; Friends of Tree City, for individuals in urban areas that are 
interested in trees; Trees for America; and Conservation Trees.  The group 
provides materials and information for cities to plan their own Arbor Day 
celebrations, including children's packets.
$10 per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Arbor Day" and a tree book.
~~~~~
National Audubon Society
950 Third Avenue
ew York, NY 10022

12-832-3200
Aims to conserve native plants and animals and their habitats; protect life 
from pollution, radiation, and toxic substances; further the wise use of land 
and water; seek solutions for global problems involving the interaction of 
population, resources, and the environment; and promote rational strategies 
for renewal energy development.  The society offers environmentally 
responsible travel programs, elementary school education programs, adult 
conservation camps, and an ornithological journal, "American Birds".
$30 yearly for the Society & $9 for their 12,000 member Activist Network.
Bimonthly, "Audubon Magazine" for Society members and bimonthly "Audubon 
Activist" and "Action Alerts" one-page notices for members of the Activist 
Network.
~~~~~
National Clean Air Coalition
530 7th Street, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-543-8200
A lobbying and education coalition that aims to address clean-air issues.
Membership is free.
Periodical newsletter, "Clean Air 101".
~~~~~
National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides
530 7th Street, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-543-5450
Assists individuals, organizations, and communities with information on 
pesticides and their alternatives.  The group maintains an information 
clearinghouse that provides materials on agricultural and urban issues 
concerning lawn-care safety, farm workers' safety, groundwater problems, and 
alternatives to pesticides.
$20 per year.
Newsletter, "Pesticides and You".
~~~~~
National Coalition for Marine Conservation
P.O. Box 23298
avannah, GA 31403
912-234-8062
Dedicated to conserving oceanic ecosystems and the habitat areas that support 
them.  It works to educate policy-makers at all levels of government.  Efforts 
focus on fishery management, oceanic dumping, and wetlands preservation.
$25 per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Marine Bulletin".
~~~~~
National Geographic Society
17th and M Streets, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-857-7000
Founded in 1888 "for the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge," it 
is now the world's largest scientific and educational nonprofit organization 
with 10.8 million members.  Its main areas of activity are publishing four 
magazines, books for adults and children, and atlases; producing television 
programs; supporting environmental research and a geography education program 
for schoolchildren. $21 per year.
Membership includes subscription to monthly, "National Geographic" magazine.
~~~~~
National Institute for Urban Wildlife
10921 Trotting Ridge Way
olumbia, MD 21044
301-596-3311
Devoted to wildlife research, management, and conservation education programs 
and activities.  Projects have included discovering practical procedures for 
maintaining or enhancing wildlife species in urban areas.
$25 per year.
Quarterly newsletter, "Urban Wildlife News".
~~~~~
National Parks and Conservation Association
1015 31st Street, NW
ashington, DC 20007
202-944-8530
Dedicated to defending, promoting, and improving America's national park 
system while educating the public about the parks.
$25 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "National Parks" as well as discounts on car rentals and 
camera film.
~~~~~
National Recycling Coalition
1101 30th Street, NW
uite 305
ashington, DC 20006
202-625-6406
Promotes increased opportunities for recycling.  It focuses on education, 
information, and lobbying, and sponsors the largest annual conference on 
recycling, the Annual National Recycling Congress.  The group's Technical 
Assistance Program sends advisors to cities that want to establish recycling 
programs.
$30 per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "NRC Connection".
~~~~~
National Toxics Campaign
37 Temple Plaza
th Floor
oston, MA 02111
617-482-1477
Works on Superfund-related activities.  The group provides citizen outreach 
and educational efforts, political organizing, and a research library.  It 
also maintains a testing lab and legal offices that provide advice to 
communities dealing with hazardous-waste issues.
$25 for individual and $50 and up for community groups.
Quarterly magazine, "Toxic Times".
~~~~~
National Water Center, The
P.O. Box 264
ureka Springs, AR 72632
501-253-9755
Aims to gather, distill, and disseminate information on water issues, 
emphasizing personal responsibility for human and hazardous waste.  Activities 
include a focus on promoting composting toilets.
$10 per year (minimum).
Newsletter, "Water Center News".
~~~~~
National Wildlife Federation
1400 16th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-797-6800
Founded in 1936 "to be the most responsible and effective conservation 
education association promoting the wise use of natural resources and 
protection of the global environment".  It distributes periodicals and 
educational materials, sponsors outdoor education programs in conservation, 
and litigates environmental disputes.  Efforts have focused on forests, 
energy, toxic pollution, environmental quality, biotechnical fisheries and 
wildlife, wetlands, water resources, and public lands.  Membership rates vary 
with monthly magazine desired (see below).
Monthly magazines, "National Wildlife" and "International Wildlife" for $15 
each per year; "Ranger Rick" for 6-12 year olds is $14 per year; and "Your Big 
Backyard" for 3-5 year olds is $10 per year.
~~~~~
Natural Resources Defense Council
40 West 20th Street
ew York, NY 10011
212-727-2700
Committed to protecting America's endangered natural resources and to 
improving the quality of the environment.  It monitors government agencies, 
brings legal actions, and disseminates information.  Areas of focus include 
air and water pollution, global warming, urban environment, toxic substances 
control, resources management, energy conservation, and Alaska.
$10 per year.
Quarterly, "Amicus Journal" and bimonthly newsletter, "Natural Resources 
Defense Council Newsletter".
~~~~~
Nature Conservancy, The
1815 North Lynn Street
rlington, VA 22209
703-841-5300
Acts to preserve ecosystems and the rare species and communities they shelter.  
The group has protected more than 3.5 million acres of threatened habitat, 
mostly by purchasing land, and manages more than 1,000 preserves.  It 
maintains a database, the Heritage Network, which is a national inventory of 
species in each state.
$15 per year.
Bimonthly magazine, "The Nature Conservancy Magazine", as well as newsletters 
and update information from state chapters.
~~~~~
North American Lake Management Society
P.O. Box 217
errifield, VA 22116
202-466-8550
Dedicated to promoting a better understanding of lakes, ponds, reservoirs, 
impoundments, and their watersheds.  The group encourages the exchange of 
information about lake management; provides guidance to public and private 
agencies involved in lake management; and promotes research on lake ecology 
and watershed management.
$20 and up per year.
Periodic newsletter, "Lakeline".
~~~~~
Pacific Whale Foundation

01 North Kihei Road
uite 21
ihei, Maui, HI 96753
808-879-8811 or 800-942-5311
Dedicated to the science of saving whales and the ocean environment.  It 
conducts public education programs on a variety of cetacean, marine 
conservation, and pollution issues, and it sponsors a Marine Debris Cleanup 
Day and Whale Day.
$15 for students and seniors, $20 individuals, and $25 for families.

~~~~~
Pennsylvania Resources Council
25 West 3rd Street
.O. Box 88
edia, PA 19063
215-565-9131
Sponsors a statewide recycling conference every spring and publishes 
Environmental Shopping", a booklet designed to help shoppers choose 
environmentally safe products.
$30 for individuals, $35 for nonprofit groups, and $50 and up for businesses.
Two newsletters, "PRC News" (3 times a year) and "All About Recycling" 
quarterly).
~~~~~
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
P.O. Box 42516
ashington, DC 20015
301-770-7444
Aims to end the exploitation and abuse of animals, with a special focus on 
animals used in laboratory experiments.  The group sponsors an anti-fur 
campaign and a vegetarian campaign as well as lobbying, public education 
efforts, and demonstrations for animal rights.
$15 per year.
Bimonthly news magazine, "PETA News".
~~~~~
Peregrine Fund, The
5666 West Flying Hawk Lane
oise, ID 83709
208-362-3716
Devoted to preserving rare and endangered birds of prey worldwide.  It 
coordinates field projects to study birds of prey and conducts reintroduction 
programs and educational programs.  Projects include the Peregrine Falcon 
Recovery, Aplomado Falcon Recovery, and tropical raptor surveys.
$25 per year.
"The Peregrine Fund Newsletter"
~~~~~
Pesticide Action Network
P.O. Box 610
an Francisco, CA 94101
415-541-9140
A worldwide coalition of more than 300 organizations in more than 50 countries 
working to stop pesticide misuse and global pesticide proliferation and work 
toward safe, sustainable pest control.  The group produces two triannual 
newsletters, the "Global Pesticide Monitor" and the "Dirty Dozen Campaigner", 
the bimonthly "PANNA Outlook", and publications on pesticides and 
alternatives.
$30 to $50 per year.
Triannual, newsletter, "Global Pesticide Monitor".
~~~~~
Public Citizen
2000 P Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-293-9142
Established by Ralph Nader in the interest of consumer protection.  It 
conducts research, lobbying, lawsuits, expert testimony, and publications on 
issues including stronger environmental programs and safe energy.
$20 per year.
Monthly magazine, "Public Citizen Magazine".
~~~~~
Public Voice for Food and Health Policy
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
uite 522
ashington, DC 20036
202-659-5903
A consumer research, education, and advocacy organization working on issues 
related to health, nutrition, and food safety.  Special emphasis is placed on 
establishing comprehensive, mandatory seafood testing; access to a safe, 
affordable, and nutritious food supply; and women's health issues.
$20 per year.
Quarterly bulletins, "Action Alert", highlighting recent legislation.
~~~~~
Rachel Carson Council
8940 Jones Mill Road
hevy Chase, MD 20815
301-652-1877
An international clearinghouse of information on ecology of the environment 
for all on chemical contamination.  It sponsors conferences and produces 
publications.
$15 per year.
Newsletter and Council Publications for one year.
~~~~~
Rainforest Action Movement
430 East University
nn Arbor, MI 48109
313-764-2147
Focuses on the preservation, protection, and rational use of rain forests in 
Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, and tropical areas.  It sponsors public 
awareness programs in Ann Arbor and surrounding areas, including programs for 
schoolchildren, lectures, films, citizen forums, benefit concerts, and weekly 
activities on the campus.
$10 per year.
Newsletter published every six weeks, "Tropical Echoes".
~~~~~
Rainforest Action Network
300 Broadway
uite 28
an Francisco, CA 94133
415-398-2732
Focuses exclusively on rain forest protection.  It works with other 
environmental and human rights organizations on major rain forest protection 
campaigns.  Topics of emphasis include tropical timber, indigenous peoples, 
and multilateral development banks.  The group has educational publications 
and materials, a slide show, and press kits available.
$25 per year (regular) and $15 per year (limited income).
Two newsletters, "Rain Forest Action Alert" (monthly) and "World Forest 
Report" (quarterly).
~~~~~
Rainforest Alliance
270 Lafayette Street
uite 512
ew York, NY 10012
212-941-1900
Aims to link individuals interested in saving tropical rain forests.  The 
group brings together conservation groups, professional organizations, 
financial institutions, scientists, the business community, and concerned 
individuals.
$20 per year and $15 for students and senior citizens.
Quarterly newsletter, "Canopy".
~~~~~
Renew America
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
uite 719
ashington, DC 20036
202-232-2252
An educational and networking forum devoted to the efficient use of natural 
resources, working at the federal, state, and private citizen levels.
$25 per year.
Quarterly, "Renew America Report" and a copy of the yearly, "State of the 
States" report which provides an annual "report card" on current developments 
across the nation.
~~~~~
Resources for the Future
1616 P Street, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-328-5000
Conducts research on the environment and the conservation and development of 
natural resources, including air and water pollution, solid waste disposal, 
pesticides, toxic substances, and international issues.  Publishes various 
research and technical publications.   Not a membership organization.
Although not a membership organization it does publish a free quarterly 
newsletter, "Resources".
~~~~~
Rocky Mountain Institute
1739 Snowmass Creek Road
ld Snowmass, CO 81654
303-927-3128
Aims to foster the efficient and sustainable use of resources as a path to 
global security.  It offers its research on resource efficiency, global 
security, and community economic renewal through its publications.
Not a membership organization.
A publication list is available upon request.
~~~~~
Save the Redwoods League
114 Sansome Street
oom 605
an Francisco, CA 94104
415-362-2352
Established to rescue areas of primeval forest from destruction.  The league 
purchases redwood groves by private subscription and encourages a better, more 
general understanding of the value of primeval forests.  Projects have 
included protecting giant sequoias at Sequoia National Forest, working toward 
establishing the Smith Wild and Scenic National Park in northern California, 
and purchasing additional redwood lands.

10 and up per year.
Spring and fall bulletins on the league's activities.
~~~~~
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
P.O. Box 700-S
edondo Beach, CA 90277
213-373-6979
An all-volunteer organization established to protect marine animals and marine 
habitats by direct action.  Activities include preventing the killing of 
dolphins by the tuna industry, protecting pilot whales in the Faroe Islands, 
and rescuing whales and marine mammals in distress.
Membership by donation.
Quarterly newsletter, "Sea Shepherd Log".
~~~~~
Sierra Club
730 Polk Street
an Francisco, CA 94109
417-776-2211
Promotes conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy 
decisions.  Founded in 1892 to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places on 
earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems 
and resources; and to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the 
quality of the natural and human environment.  The group's "Legal Defense 
Fund" (2044 Fillmore St., San Francisco, CA 94115, 415-567-6100) sup-ports 
lawsuits brought on behalf of citizen's groups to protect the environment.
$33 per year.
Monthly magazine, "Sierra" and chapter publications.  The club also offers 
more than 275 outings annually.
~~~~~
Socastee Neighborhood Coalition
700 Bonnie Drive
yrtle Beach, SC 29577
803-297-4938
Dedicated to increasing citizen participation in community affairs. The group 
has been active in registering voters, holding elected and appointed officials 
responsible for their actions, recognizing outstanding members of the 
community, and providing members with a "Green Alert!" column in its monthly 
newsletter dedicated to helping them become better informed consumers and 
ecologically conscientious citizens.
$5 for individuals, $8 for families, businesses, and organizations.
Monthly newsletter, "The Socastee Newsletter".
~~~~~
Soil and Water Conservation Society of America
7515 NE Ankeny Road
nkeny, IA 50021
515-289-2331
A scientific and educational organization dedicated to conservation of land, 
water, and other natural resources.  Efforts focus on low-input sustainable 
agriculture, water quality, land and water conservation, and evaluation of 
farm legislation.  The society sponsors a scholarship program for high school 
and college students.
$25 first year and $37 per year thereafter.
Bimonthly, "Journal of Soil and Water Conservation" and a newsletter covering 
the annual meeting.
~~~~~
Student Conservation Association
P.O. Box 550
harlestown, NH 03603
603-826-4301
An educational organization providing high school and college students and 
others with the opportunity to volunteer their services for the better 
management of national parks, forests, public lands, and natural resources.

10 for students per year and $25 for others.
Newsletter, "The Volunteer" and the annual programs listing.
~~~~~
Student Pugwash
1638 R Street, NW
uite 32
ashington, DC 20009
202-328-6555
Sponsors a variety of educational programs for university students, preparing 
them as "future leaders and concerned citizens to make thoughtful decisions 
about the use of technology."  Student Pugwash runs international conferences, 
a "New Careers" program, has chapters on 30 campuses nationwide, and 
distributes educational products and publications.
Unknown if membership is open.
Several publications, including two newsletters, "Pugwatch" distributed to 
university students, and "Tough Questions".
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TreePeople
12601 Mulholland Drive
everly Hills, CA 90210
818-753-4600
Dedicated to promoting personal involvement, community action, and global 
awareness of environmental issues.  Efforts include teaching people how to 
plant and maintain trees, environmental leadership programs for children, and 
reforestation efforts in the mountains surrounding Los Angeles.  Membership 
includes six free seedlings each year.
$25 and up per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Seedling News".
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Trees for Life
1103 Jefferson
ichita, KS 67203
316-263-7294
Provides funding, management, and know-how to people in developing countries 
to plant and care for food-bearing trees.  It runs the "Grow-a-Tree" program, 
encouraging children to plant trees, and distributes packets of materials, 
seeds, and instructions to schools and summer camps.
Membership is free.
Quarterly newsletter, "Life Lines"
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Trust for Public Land
116 New Montgomery Street
an Francisco, CA 94105
415-495-4014
Aims to conserve land as a living resource for present and future generations.  
The trust has helped or established more than 150 local land trusts and has 
acted to preserve nearly 500,000 acres under public ownership.  Activities 
focus on urban waterfronts, suburban greenways, wetlands, agriculture lands, 
and inner-city open spaces.
Unknown if membership is open.

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U.S. Public Interest Research Group
215 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
ashington, DC 20003
202-546-9707
Focuses on consumer and environmental protection, energy policy, and 
governmental and corporate reform.  Efforts include monitoring the 
implementation of Superfund and legislation for clean air and pesticide 
safety.

25 per year
Quarterly, "Citizen's Agenda"
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Union of Concerned Scientists
26 Church Street
ambridge, MA 02138
617-547-5552
Perhaps best known for its "Doomsday Clock", it is a coalition of scientists, 
engineers, and other professionals concerned with health, safety, 
environmental, and national security problems posed by nuclear energy and 
weapons.  It conducts policy and technical research, public education, and 
legislative advocacy on advanced-technology issues.
Unknown if membership is open.

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Whale Center, The
3929 Piedmont Avenue
akland, CA 94611
415-654-6621
Promotes whales and their ocean habitats through conservation, education, 
research, and advocacy.  Activities have centered on a whaling moratorium, 
established of national marine sanctuaries, the "WhaleBus" mobile classroom, 
and the "Adopt-a-Gray-Whale" program.
$10 for students/seniors-$25 individuals-$35 families-$250 "Lifetime". 
Quarterly newsletter, "The Whale Center Journal".
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Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
191 Weston Road
incoln Road
617-259-0423
To create a better understanding of marine mammals and their environment with 
an emphasis on research and conservation issues in the wild.  The WDCS has 
sponsored expeditions to remote places in order to learn more about marine 
mammals via non-invasive research.  The WDCS is international with offices in 
England and the United States.
$15 seniors/students, $20 individuals,  and $25 for families
Biannual magazine "SONAR", biannual newsletter, and periodic publication of 
special editions of "International Whale Bulletin".
~~~~~
Wilderness Society, The
1400 Eye Street, NW
ashington, DC 20005
202-842-3400
Aims to protect wildlands, wildlife, forests, parks, rivers, and shorelands.  
Efforts focus on an Arctic wildlife refuge, national park and ecosystem 
management, and a national forest policy.
$15 for first year and $30 per year thereafter.
Bimonthly newsletter, "The Wildlifer".
~~~~~
Wildlife Conservation International
New York Zoological Society
ronx, NY 10460
202-367-1010
A division of the New York Zoological Society, it is an international 
conservation program.  It conducts field research and conservation action 
geared toward obtaining a more complete understanding of the biology of 
endangered species and the structure, functioning, and stability of large 
ecosystems.
$23 per year for "associates" and $50 per year for "supporting".
Newsletter, "Wildlife Conservation International Newsletter".
~~~~~
Wildlife Information Center
629 Green Street
llentown, PA 18102
215-434-1637
Dedicated to securing and disseminating wildlife conservation, recreation, and 
scientific research information.  Its programs include in-service teacher 
training courses and other public education, maintaining a Wildlife 
Conservation Registry of Fame, sponsoring wildlife conferences, and advocating 
non-killing uses of wildlife such as observation, photography, sound 
recording, drawing and painting, and wildlife tourism.  Projects include 
securing a ban on importation and sale of live wild birds as pets and banning 
the use of pole traps.
$25 and up per year.
"Wildlife Activist"
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Wildlife Society
5410 Grosvenor Lane
ethesda, MD 20814
301-897-9770
Active in scientific management of the earth's wildlife resources management.
$20 for individuals per year and $10 for students.
"The Journal of Wildlife Management", "The Wildlifer", and "Wildlife Society 
Bulletin".
~~~~~
Windstar Foundation
2317 Snowmass Creek Road
nowmass, CO 81654
303-927-4777
An educational organization dedicated to the belief that responsible personal 
action is the key to creating a sustainable future on a global scale.  It 
conducts research, develops demonstration projects, and offers educational 
programs.
$35 per year.
Quarterly, "Windstar Journal".
~~~~~
Wolf Recovery Foundation
P.O. Box 793
oise, ID 83701

08-939-4290
To educate the public concerning wolves and their environment, to dispel the 
myth of the "evil" wolf, and to promote actions leading to the protection and 
reestablishment of the wolf in it's natural habitat.  The Foundation also 
plans to establish an Information Center on a major road to the Central Idaho 
wilderness.
$20 basic membership, $25 family, and up to $1000 level "Benefactor"
Quarterly publication, "PACKTRACKS"
~~~~~
World Environment Center
419 Park Avenue South
ew York, NY 10016
212-683-4700
Serves as a bridge between industry and government to strengthen environmental 
management and industrial safety through exchange of information and technical 
expertise.  The center publishes "The World Environment Handbook".
Unknown if membership is open.

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World Resources Institute
1735 New York Avenue, NW
ashington, DC 20006
202-638-6300
Helps the government, the private sector, and organizations address issues in 
environmental integrity, resources management, economic growth, and 
international security.  Publishes the yearly "World Resources Report".
Unknown if membership is open.

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Worldwatch Institute
1776 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
ashington, DC 20036
202-452-1999
An independent research organization alerting decision-makers and the general 
public to emerging global trends in the availability and management of 
resources.  The results of its research are published in Worldwatch papers and 
books.  It also publishes the "State of the World" series, an annual report on 
the world's resources and their management.  Worldwatch papers and books are 
available by subscription ($25 per year).  It also publishes a bimonthly 
magazine "World Watch" ($20 per year.
Unknown if membership is open.

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WorldWIDE
1250 24th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20037
202-331-9863
Aims to mobilize women to maintain and improve environmental quality and 
natural resource management, and to educate the public about the linkages 
among women, natural resources, and sustainable development.  It sponsors 
WorldWIDE forums and publishes the "Directory of Women in the Environment".
$35 per year.
Newsletter, "WorldWIDE News".
~~~~~
World Wildlife Fund
1250 24th Street, NW
ashington, DC 20037
202-293-4800
Works to protect endangered wildlife and wildlands.  Its top priority is 
conservation of the tropical forests in Latin America, Asia, and Africa.  The 
group supports individuals and institutions carrying out practical, 
scientifically based conservation projects.
$15 per year.
Bimonthly newsletter, "Focus" and periodic letters about upcoming projects and 
travel programs.
~~~~~
Xerces Society, The
10 SW Ash Street
ortland, OR 97204
503-222-2788
Promotes the global protection of invertebrate habitats, and fosters positive 
public knowledge of insects by emphasizing their beneficial roles in natural 
ecosystems.  Efforts have aimed at preserving monarch butterfly overwintering 
habitat and creating a database of invertebrate specialists.
$15 per year for students, seniors, and retirees and $25 for others.
Magazine, "Wings".
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