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The goal of each project at HerbSpeak is to create a place where nature knowledge can thrive. Without paywalls, without academic barriers. Preserving and spreading generational knowledge about the conservation of the natural world is our only hope of connecting with a planet in need of care.
If you would like to support these goals and the overall mission of this website, consider supporting in the ways described below.
Supporting in these suggested ways is not the only way to support the endeavor. Did you know that you can also volunteer? Volunteering is done fully remote, and positions require a range of expertise.
Image: D.K. Berard – Red Eft (Notophthalmus viridescens) in MA, 2023
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Other Ways to Support
Can’t support monetarily, and don’t think volunteering is a good fit for you?
You can also support by sharing your favorite resources, guides, and articles with people, and bringing others into the know! Whether you are sharing on your blog, social media, or by word of mouth – it all helps.
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