Women-Specific Programs at Resorts Across the Country Help Moms Fall in Love With Skiing

Updated for 2018/19 Season – see program listings below! When it comes to skiing, women wear the Gore-Tex bibs in the family. That’s according to SnowSports Industries America (SIA), which recently reported that women control 70-80 percent of all ski-related consumer spending. In addition, women’s participation in downhill skiing is on the rise, with a

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On Climate and Renewable Energy, Northam is the Clear Choice

Tomorrow we go to the polls to choose Ralph Northam or Ed Gillespie as our next governor. It’s an election that’s being closely watched by the entire country, and is arguably the most important state election of our lifetime – not just because it’s been called the first real bellwether of the political climate since

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Making America Green: How is 100% Renewable Energy by 2050 Possible?

GMU’s Fall for the Book Festival welcomes Stanford University professor Mark Jacobson, scientific director of the Solutions Project, for a fascinating lecture on his research and plans. From our homes and smartphones to the electricity running our local grocery stores, clean energy is not only possible – it’s already happening. But is it happening fast enough to

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Tom Perriello or Ralph Northam? Two Great Guys With One Glaring Difference

Not sure which Democratic candidate is best? Take a look at their stance on climate and then please vote in Tuesday’s primary! Links are below to see where your polling place is! In three short days, on Tuesday, June 13, Virginia will have a primary election to decide who the candidates for Governor will be.

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Fairfax Mother’s Day Rally Offers Opportunity for Families to Take Action on Climate Change

On Sunday May 14, speakers, entertainment, education and volunteer opportunities give families a new way to lend meaning to Mother’s Day. Mothers everywhere are becoming increasingly alarmed about their children’s future as a result of climate change. To raise awareness about the issue, the NOVA Citizens Climate Group has organized a Mother’s Day Rally at

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