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Abbie Walston

Abbie Walston is a science educator and freelance writer living in Connecticut. She is a wife and mother of two young boys. Her upbringing on a small family farm has shaped her love for nature and her environmental activism. Abbie's passions include teaching biology and physics, mentoring new teachers and exploring the wonders of the natural world with her children. She has a BS in Biology, MS in Science Education and twelve years of teaching experience. In her spare time, Abbie can be found on her family's farm, in the garden, reading a book, crafting, cooking or swimming.

Articles by Abbie Walston

Air Quality Alert-Tips for Indoor Fun

by Abbie Walston

When you get an air quality alert, it’s a good idea to stay inside. Find a few tips on how to have fun when you’re stuck indoors.

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Making It All Work

by Abbie Walston

How do you find time for environmental activism with such a busy schedule? Moms at Moms Clean Air Force are all about finding the balance.

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CALLING ALL GREEN MOMS!

by Abbie Walston

If you’re a green mom working toward a cleaner future, we’d like to hear from you. What do you want to know, what do you want to do, and why?

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MAMA BEAR

by Abbie Walston

This mom isn’t one to argue, but when it comes to clean air she’s a mama bear. Learn what Moms Clean Air Force is doing to protect all children.

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WHAT’S YOUR NUMBER?

by Abbie Walston

The AEP is okay with 34,000 deaths from air pollution. Is that an acceptable number to you? Help make a change, visit Moms Clean Air Force.

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MONITORING AIR QUALITY WITH LICHEN AS A BIOINDICATOR

by Abbie Walston

Learn how air quality can be monitored using lichens. Find out what they are and what they’re telling you.

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A MOTHER’S DAY GIFT

by Abbie Walston

Read one mom’s wish for her son to be able to enjoy all the wonderful parts of nature and not have to worry about toxins and contaminants.

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I’M GETTING MY HAIR TESTED

by Abbie Walston

Read about one mom’s choice to participate in the Sierra Club’s free mercury testing by sending in a hair sample to see if she and her children are at risk.

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MEET THE MOMS CLEAN AIR FORCE

by Abbie Walston

The Green Phone Booth joins forces with Moms Clean Air Force. Read more.

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AH-CHOO!

by Abbie Walston

Coping with allergies can be a hassle. How do you manage?

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Safe Seafood

by Abbie Walston

Learn about the Environmental Defense Fund’s Seafood Selector guide that allows you to figure out which seafood is safe and healthy to eat.

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