Articles for tag: Brendon Grimshaw, conservation, Moyenne Island, national park, Seychelles

Moyenne Island

Moyenne Island: One Man’s Vision for Conservation and Legacy

April Joy Jovita

Moyenne Island, a tiny gem in the Seychelles archipelago, stands as a testament to the transformative power of individual action. Purchased by Brendon Grimshaw in 1962, this 24-acre island was transformed from an overgrown wilderness into a thriving sanctuary for flora and fauna. Grimshaw’s dedication to conservation has left an indelible mark, making Moyenne Island ...

Hells Canyon

Scientists Uncover Secret History of Hells Canyon

Jan Otte

Hells Canyon, a winding cut through the American West, has kept its origins a geological mystery for hundreds of years. Scientists have been trying to figure out how this 1.5-mile-deep (2.4 km) chasm, carved by the Snake River, came to be for a long time. It runs through Oregon, Idaho, and Washington. How could the ...