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Explore the ways humans, nature work together to conserve the environment

From sharks to gators, learn how there's more to learn than fear in the latest episode of Stitch

Explore the ways humans, nature work together to conserve the environment

From sharks to gators, learn how there's more to learn than fear in the latest episode of Stitch

Nature is an extraordinary force. There's still so much to learn from the natural world, including how we impact it and how we can protect it. I'm Natalie Pozzo, join us today as we explore our relationship with the natural environment and all the creatures in it, kicking things off with *** splash. Todd Kaski at WCBB has the story on whale watching off the shores of Massachusetts.
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Explore the ways humans, nature work together to conserve the environment

From sharks to gators, learn how there's more to learn than fear in the latest episode of Stitch

Our awe-inspiring natural world can provide healing and beauty. It is, however, increasingly under threat from human behavior. We dive into the mutually beneficial relationship humans can have with nature and how people are working to conserve the environment.The next episode of Stitch takes viewers on an exciting journey from the oceans of Massachusetts to the swamps of Florida to reveal what scientists are learning from these amazing creatures and how their work could help you as well. Here are two stories featured in the latest episode of Stitch, available now on the Very Local App. Meet the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in Massachusetts"We can change people's misconceptions, and we can teach them something new," said community educator Maddie Poirier. Learn about the vital contributions of horseshoe crabs"We can thank the safety of that vaccine to the horseshoe crab that we have right here in Maryland," said Allen Burgenson, global subject matter expert for endotoxin detection at Lonza Inc. "Stitch" is a Hearst Television original series that aims to showcase inspiring stories from around the country that stitch together the fabric of our communities. You can stream all episodes on the Very Local App.Very Local is your best source for shows about local communities, bringing you 24/7 access to news from your trusted local news source, weather updates, and more. Very Local also brings you fresh, untold stories from your very own city and communities like yours, with exclusive original shows and local stories specific to where you live. Get the channel to stream Very Local free on Roku or Amazon Fire TV.Follow Very Local on Facebook and @VeryLocal on Instagram for more.

Our awe-inspiring natural world can provide healing and beauty. It is, however, increasingly under threat from human behavior. We dive into the mutually beneficial relationship humans can have with nature and how people are working to conserve the environment.

The next episode of Stitch takes viewers on an exciting journey from the oceans of Massachusetts to the swamps of Florida to reveal what scientists are learning from these amazing creatures and how their work could help you as well.

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Here are two stories featured in the latest episode of Stitch, available now on the Very Local App.

  1. Meet the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy in Massachusetts
    "We can change people's misconceptions, and we can teach them something new," said community educator Maddie Poirier.

  2. Learn about the vital contributions of horseshoe crabs
    "We can thank the safety of that vaccine to the horseshoe crab that we have right here in Maryland," said Allen Burgenson, global subject matter expert for endotoxin detection at Lonza Inc.



"Stitch" is a Hearst Television original series that aims to showcase inspiring stories from around the country that stitch together the fabric of our communities. You can stream all episodes on the Very Local App.

Very Local is your best source for shows about local communities, bringing you 24/7 access to news from your trusted local news source, weather updates, and more. Very Local also brings you fresh, untold stories from your very own city and communities like yours, with exclusive original shows and local stories specific to where you live. Get the channel to stream Very Local free on Roku or Amazon Fire TV.

Follow Very Local on Facebook and @VeryLocal on Instagram for more.