World Rivers Day: “Ned is as much river as forest”
Today is World Rivers Day! NED FRITZ’s work with rivers is less known than his forest efforts. So let’s celebrate...
Genie Fritz: the woman who made it happen and a power in her own right
TODAY is NED FRITZ DAY! Officially decreed in 1983. Details here. None of Ned’s achievements would have been possible without...
Ned’s achievement #6: Organization man
NED FRITZ was keen on forming groups. Some were temporary and tied to a specific campaign like preserving Bachman Creek...
Ned’s achievement #5: Wilderness and the Big Thicket
Many had tried for decades to preserve the BIG THICKET ecosystem north of Houston. NED FRITZ brought organizational chops to...
Ned’s achievement #4: Influential author
Ned’s achievement #4: In spite of all his accomplishments Ned was first and foremost a writer. Penned and published a...
Ned’s achievement #3: inspired generations of eco-defenders
Ned’s achievement #3: It’s impossible to count the eco-defenders inspired by Ned. <> Janice Bezanson volunteered for Ned and ultimately...
Ned’s achievement #2: Save Open Space
Ned’s achievement #2: Ever heard of Save Open Space? NED FRITZ created it in 1970 to deal with Dallas County...
Ned achievement #1: Citizens Organization for a Sound Trinity
Ned achievement #1: In 1972, Ned formed a coalition called Citizens Organization for a Sound Trinity and inspired Dr James...
Next Saturday is Ned Fritz Day!
Next Saturday is Ned Fritz Day! Seriously! Officially decreed on a state and local level. So for the next 7...
Ned Fritz Scholarship 2022 Recipient: Heather van Waasbergen
The Health of the Planet and its Wildlife is in Her Hands by Amy Martin A small pond can make...
