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Welcome to the new Rachel Carson Council website! This site is a great resource for researching and learning more about the hazards of pesticides.
We are continuing to update the content of the website, so be sure to check back often!
Current News and Issues
RCC's Letter to Barack Obama
An open letter to President Obama has been sent c/o the White House from the Rachel Carson Council. It recomends steps that will lead to healthier conditions for people and the plant. It is in the Spirit of Silent Spring. more...
Family Alert
"A Family Alert" aims to represent Rachel Carson's legacy in three ways: Part A, "Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products..." provides information on 12 types of potentially hazardous substances that may be found in household items. more...
Golf Going Green--Golf Digest Article
Golf Digest’s December Issue has an article by Ron Witten highlighting courses at three very different locations where turf is being successfully managed without the use of chemical pesticides. more...
EPA to Study Flea & Tick control for Pets
The EPA recently announced that it would increase its evaluation of whether or not further restrictions are needed for spot-on pesticide products used on pets. The EPA lists seven active registrations and 46 specific products that it will be examining. more...
EPA Endocrine Disruptor Tier 1 Study
On April 15th the EPA published several notices relating to its Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP). In particular, the EPA published its final list of chemicals that will be tested under the Tier 1 screening program. This list includes 58 pest more...
RCC Publications Now Available
Browse through our collection of publications on a variety of subjects including alternative pest control, lawn and garden care, family health and many other issues. more...
"Rachel Carson, Science and DDT" Presentation
On June 17, 2009 at the meeting of the Special Library Association (SLA) at the Convention Center on Washington, DC, Diana Post, RCC President, made a presentation titled "Rachel Carson, Science and DDT: 47 years after Silent Spring". more...
A Gardener Alert - Avoid Killer Compost
Two chemical herbicide active ingredients, clopyralid and aminopyralid are so persistent that they can poison compost and make it hazardous for use on any non-grass plants (those with broad leaves). more...
RCC's remembrance of Rachel Carson at the Parklawn Memorial Park with Reverend Judith Meckling and some young friends.
On April 14, 2009, the 45th anniversary of Rachel Carson's passing, a special gathering took place on at her Maryland gravesite. The ceremony was to commemorate her life as well as the continuing vitality and importance of her effort on behalf of the environment. Those involved included Rachel Carson Council, Inc., staff and board members as well as girls from an after school program. Read more here.
You can find an archive our old news items here.
Looking Ahead... News and Events
- 07/01/09: Rachel Carson's Cottage Available for Rent
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Rachel Carson's Maine cottage (near Boothbay Harbor) is available for weekly rentals during the summer months. Current openings are for the weeks of July 11-18 and August 1-8. For details contact msisson@charter.net.
- 02/06/09: Special Donations to RCC
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Often people make donations to the Rachel Carson Council, in memory of or in honor of dear friends, relatives or companion animals.
Take a moment to look the names of these important people, pets, and concerns. You can find the list of these donations here.
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