viduals and groups working toward a humane, sustainable society. The group has a, microcomputer system_ and currently offers word processing, · typesetting, and database services (lists and labels) at a low cost or for fair exchange. It also gives works,hops and classes in using computers. A future goal is to set up a free, publiclycontrolled information exchange, with a number of terminals around the Seattle area. Community Communications operates as a cooperative made up of members and technical resource people..For more information, contact Community Communications Services, PO Box 12173, Seattle, WA 98102;206/329-3804. Eugene School ~istdct Hires IPM Consultant Having banned the use of pesticides on school grounds in the spring of ,1983, Eugne's 4-J School Board took the next logical step by hiring a fulltime Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Coordinator. Greg frull was hired for the position in August of 1984. His job duties include e~ploring available IPM options, designing and implementing spe<;:ific plans for schoolgrounds, and providing outreach and education about nonchemical pest control. For more information, contact Greg Prull, PO Box 21108, Eugene, OR 97402. Tilth Jamboree Directory Available So you say you missed the Tilth Jamboree last fall? Well don't worry, you can still vicariously share in the experience by .purchasing a copy of the Tilth Jamboree Directory and Proceedings. It gives a summary of what happened at the Jamboree, provides additional articles on related subjects, and offers a directory of over 150 people and organizations that attended. The directory listings include people's interests, skills, and things they are looking for or have to offer for bartering purposes. Copies ~re av.ailable for $3 from Tilth Jamboree, PO Box 1064, Tonasket, WA 98855. G.reenpeace Seeks to Stop Seismic Testing .in Oregon Waters Greenpeace is pushing for public hearings before the state grants any further permits for seismic testing by oil companies in state waters. Previous permits were granted without a public hearing process. This allowed ARCO to conduct seismic testing, a method that uses·sound waves to explore for oil and gas. Greenpeace is concerned about the effects of intense sound·on whales and other marine life. The permits have expired, but oil companies are still interested in offshore exploration.' The Oregon State Land Board, the group that issues the permits, controls the Oregon side of the Columbia and coastal waters out to three miles from shore. Although official procedure does not require hearings for permits, Greenpeace believes it would if the state were following its own land use rules. Greenpeace staffers urge interested people to write letters to state officials expressing their opposition to the tests and demanding public hearings o,n . further permits. Greenpeace suggests writing Ed Zajonc, Director of State Lands, 1445 Sta,te Street, Salem, OR 97310. They can also write to Governor Atiyeh, Secretary of State Barbara Roberts, and State Treasurer Bill. Rutherford, all of whom are members of the land board. --.-P~trick Mazza Patrick Mazza worked at RAIN in 1982 and now edits The Alliance, a Portland neivspaper for political activists, from which the above story was adapted. Northwest Seed Catalogs The following seed and plant · catalogs cater especiaUy to Northwest gardeners: 0 Raintree-Northwoods specializes in "edible landscapes fit for the Pacific Northwest." This catalog lists fruits, nuts, berries, bamboo, and information from consultants trained at the Maritime Permac.ulture Institute. Free March/April 1985 RAIN Page 35 classes are available at the two nurseries in Southwest Washington and Willamette Valley in Oregon. Write Raintree Nursery, 391 Butts Road, Morton, WA 98356. 0 Territorial Seed Company provides seeds for garden vegetables. Many varieties (in~luding ~ybrids) fit for the Maritime Northwest are listed along · with seasonal charts illustrating ' planting time. Seeds not treated with fungicide may be requested. Contact Territorial See<.1 Company, PO.~ox 27, Loraine, OR 97451. 0 Frosty Hollow ("Seeds, Plants, and Designs for a Sustainable Future") provides multi-purpose trees and shrubs. The catalog extertsively describes the plant and its use (medicine, bee food, dyes). Consulting and information services are available. Write Frosty Hollow, PO Box 53, Langley, WA 98260; . 0 Gootf. Seed Company is a family operation exclusiyely offering openpollinated vegetable, herb, and flower seeds particularly suited to the intermontane drylands of north central vyashington. Good Seed is a member of the Seed Savers Exchange, and both . are working to preserve unique and useful old open pollinated varieties. Coritact Good Seed Company, Pb Box 702, Tonasket, WA 98855. 0 Abundant-Life Seed Founda~ion offers open-pollinated seeds of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, vegetables, herbs, and traditional flowers. The catalog also contains an extensive book list encompassing all aspects of living, not just gardening. Abundant Life sponsors seed donations to countries in Central America, Africa, Asia, and "economically stressed" groups in North America. Membership is available with Abundant Life for $4 to $10. Write , Abundant Life Seed Foundation; PO Box 772, Port Townsend, WA 98368. FROM: The Goo~ Seed Company Catalog . .
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