The Will Steger Foundation http://www.willstegerfoundation.org/ Recent Videos Video <![CDATA[Midwest Powershift 2011]]>  

500 youth converged in Cleveland, OH for Midwest Power Shift, October 2011. The conference, planned and facilitated by youth, featured dynamic workshops on climate leadership, activism, and resources, keynote speakers including David Orr, Lois Gibbs, Phil Radford and Rev. David Bullock, and a non-violent direct action in opposition to the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.

]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:00:37 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation 2011]]>  The Will Steger Foundation educates, inspires and empowers people to engage in solutions to climate change.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:50:39 GMT <![CDATA[The Changing Arctic Int'l Cooperation and Development - Pt 2 Keynote]]>  The changes in the Arctic are relevant right here in the "North Star" state, where there's a rich tradition of polar exploration, as well as Arctic scientific and educational work. Canada and the United States have long collaborated in the Arctic as neighbours and friends. In the harsh environment of the Arctic, the two nations break ice for each other, fight forest fires, perform search and rescue, build transportation and technologi- cal infrastructure, and maintain a sophisticated system of early warning to reinforce continental security.]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:27:25 GMT <![CDATA[The Changing Arctic: Int'l Cooperation and Development, Part 1]]>  The changes in the Arctic are relevant right here in the "North Star" state, where there's a rich tradition of polar exploration, as well as Arctic scientific and educational work. Canada and the United States have long collaborated in the Arctic as neighbours and friends. In the harsh environment of the Arctic, the two nations break ice for each other, fight forest fires, perform search and rescue, build transportation and technologi- cal infrastructure, and maintain a sophisticated system of early warning to reinforce continental security.]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:26:05 GMT <![CDATA[Give To The Max - Will Steger Foundation]]>  Contribute to the Will Steger Foundation on Give to the Max Day, Nov. 16, 2011.]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:33:07 GMT <![CDATA[WIll Steger Foundation Summer Institute 2011 - Mary Spivey Lecture]]>  Mary Spivey, Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve guest lectures for the Will Steger Foundation Summer Institute for Climate Change Education 2011 on Minnesota's changing biomes.]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 22:07:51 GMT <![CDATA[Parks Climate Challenge]]>  A video produced by the Will Steger Foundation for the National Park Service and their Parks Climate Challenge program. For more information, visit http://parksclimatechallenge.org]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 09:14:27 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation 2011 Summer Institute for Climate Change Education]]>  The Will Steger Foundation 2011 Summer Institute for Climate Change Education launches it's new Minnesota's Changing Climate curriculum. Minnesota's Changing Climate curriculum project ties Will Steger's adventures from boyhood to adulthood with engaging content on Minnesota's natural environment (i.e. biomes) and the impacts of climate change. The curriculum includes lesson plans for grades 3-12, as well as an online classroom with video, audio and interactive content.]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 09:10:29 GMT <![CDATA[Sense of Place in a Changing Climate]]>  MINNESOTANS SHARE TESTIMONY ON SENSE OF PLACE IN A CHANGING CLIMATE Prominent Minnesotans, including former WCCO-TV anchor Don Shelby, polar explorer Will Steger and Science Policy Director for Fresh Energy, J. Drake Hamilton, will share their connection to Minnesota, how climate change is impacting their sense of place and daily lives, and what people can do about the issue at a free public forum moderated by MPR’s Kerri Miller, sponsored by the Will Steger Foundation.]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:33:22 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate: Journaling]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:11:58 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate, Prairie]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:59:51 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate, Deciduous Forest]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:58:40 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate, Coniferous Forest]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:57:20 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate, Aspen Parkland]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:56:10 GMT <![CDATA[Minnesota's Changing Climate, Introduction]]>  Unknown]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:54:22 GMT <![CDATA[WCCO-TV, 1986 North Pole Expedition 25th Anniversary Reunion]]>  Twenty five years ago this month, an expedition team reached the North Pole after enduring 56 days and 1,000 miles across fractured, shifting sea ice in temperatures that dipped below -70 degrees Fahrenheit. The epic ski and dogsled trek with its eight-member, 49-dog crew was a deliberate throwback to the days of the early explorers. This accomplishment, the first confirmed trek to reach the Pole without resupply, was deemed by National Geographic "a landmark in polar exploration.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:53:57 GMT <![CDATA[TPT - Almanac, MN Public Television - 1986 North Pole Expedition 25th Reunion]]>  Twenty five years ago this month, an expedition team reached the North Pole after enduring 56 days and 1,000 miles across fractured, shifting sea ice in temperatures that dipped below -70 degrees Fahrenheit. The epic ski and dogsled trek with its eight-member, 49-dog crew was a deliberate throwback to the days of the early explorers. This accomplishment, the first confirmed trek to reach the Pole without resupply, was deemed by National Geographic "a landmark in polar exploration.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:52:55 GMT <![CDATA[KSTP-TV, Jason Davis - 1986 North Pole Expedition 25th Reunion]]>  Twenty five years ago this month, an expedition team reached the North Pole after enduring 56 days and 1,000 miles across fractured, shifting sea ice in temperatures that dipped below -70 degrees Fahrenheit. The epic ski and dogsled trek with its eight-member, 49-dog crew was a deliberate throwback to the days of the early explorers. This accomplishment, the first confirmed trek to reach the Pole without resupply, was deemed by National Geographic "a landmark in polar exploration.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:52:07 GMT <![CDATA[KARE-11, 1986 North Pole Expedition 25th Anniversary Reunion]]>  Twenty five years ago this month, an expedition team reached the North Pole after enduring 56 days and 1,000 miles across fractured, shifting sea ice in temperatures that dipped below -70 degrees Fahrenheit. The epic ski and dogsled trek with its eight-member, 49-dog crew was a deliberate throwback to the days of the early explorers. This accomplishment, the first confirmed trek to reach the Pole without resupply, was deemed by National Geographic "a landmark in polar exploration.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:51:17 GMT <![CDATA[WCCO - North Pole Reunion Event with Ann and Will 051711]]>  Unknown]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:50:04 GMT <![CDATA[Eyewitness Voices: North Pole Expedition Team on Climate Change Impacts in the Arctic]]>  We were impressed by the wealth of knowledge team members shared and their own eyewitness stories: Canadians Richard Weber and Brent Boddy talked about a loss of thick, old, multi-year ice, shortened dogsledding seasons and the loss of the summer sea ice in the Arctic Ocean; wildlife biologist, Geoff Carroll provided his insight into impacts to Alaska's large land mammals he studies, like caribou and musk ox; New Zealand team member Bob McKerrow, who now works for the International Red Cross in Sri Lanka, talked about communities in the Bay of Bengal being squeezed out by rising water levels; and Bob Mantell talked about the impact of the BP oil spill on communities in New Orleans, where he lives. Paul Schurke joined Will with a call to action to address climate change; and Ann Bancroft acknowledged the impact the expedition had on her career and thanked the team and all of Minnesota for the gifts afforded her and the entire team. Visit www.willstegerfoundation.org for more information.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:47:49 GMT <![CDATA[1986 North Pole Expedition 25th Anniversary Reunion]]>  Twenty five years ago this May, a team including team members from Canada, New Zealand and Minnesotans Will Steger, Paul Schurke and Ann Bancroft, reached the North Pole after enduring 56 days and a thousand miles across fractured, shifting sea ice in temperatures that dipped below -70 degrees Fahrenheit. Their epic ski and dogsled trek with an 8-member, 49-dog crew was a deliberate throwback to the days of the early explorers that captured the imagination and riveted the attention of people around the world. Their accomplishment, the first confirmed trek to reach the Pole without resupply, was deemed by National Geographic "a landmark in polar exploration.]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:26:53 GMT <![CDATA[Living Green Expo 2011 - YEA! MN]]>  YEA! MN students present at the Living Green Expo on local school campaigns and formative experiences at the Power Shift 2011 youth summit in Washington DC.]]> Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:42:09 GMT <![CDATA[North Pole 25th Anniversary Reunion]]>  WCCO-TV covers the 1986 North Pole Expedition's 25th reunion, held at the Minnesota History Center.]]> Wed, 18 May 2011 12:38:33 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Dr. Carolyn Breedlove Lecture]]>  Dr. Carolyn Breedlove's lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:34:00 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Abby Fenton Lecture]]>  Abby Fenton's lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:25:12 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Dr. Mark Seeley Lecture]]>  Mark Seeley's lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:19:50 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Nalani McCutcheon Lecture]]>  Nalani McCutcheon's lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:16:03 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Dr. Naomi Oreskas Lecture]]>  Dr. Naomi Oreskas' lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:12:35 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Summer Institute 2010 - Will Steger Lecture]]>  Will Steger's lecture from the 2010 Will Steger Summer Institute for Climate Change Education.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:03:16 GMT <![CDATA[Bill McKibben Edina Public Forum 2009]]>  Bill McKibben, keynote speaker for the 2009 Will Steger Foundation Summer Institute for Climate Change Education presents to a packed house during a public forum held at Edina High School.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:37:12 GMT <![CDATA[1989-90 International Trans-Antarctica Expedition Reunion]]>  On March 3, 1990, a team of six men from six different countries and their 42 sled dogs completed the first-ever dogsled crossing of the Antarctic continent. The 1990 International Trans-Antarctica Expedition, led by Minnesotan Will Steger, traveled 3,741 miles in seven months, enduring temperatures as low as -54F and winds as high as 100 mph. In early December 2010, the team will gather for the first time in 20 years to reflect on their journey and its impact, felt around the world by both lawmakers and school children.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:06:48 GMT <![CDATA[WIll Steger Foundation Summer Institute 2010 - Welcome]]>  Our 2010 Summer Institute for Climate Change Education marked our fifth year of offering in-person professional development workshops for educators. This year we took time to “Go Back to the Basics.” Here, Kristen Poppleton, K12 Education Program Manager and Nicole Rom, Executive Director open the 2010 session.]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:52:05 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation Summer Institute Public Forum with Dr. Naomi Oreskes]]>  Dr. Naomi Oreskes, climate historian and author of Merchants of Doubt joined us for a reception and public forum where she spoke to over 250 people about the tactics used by corporations to confuse and misinform the public of the validity of climate science. She also captured the attention of educators at our 5th annual Summer Institute for Climate Change Education, who were most interested in understanding climate change basics and tools to address the topic in the classroom.]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:40:19 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation's 2010 YEA! MN Coordinator, Richmond Appleton]]>  

Richmond Appleton joins the Will Steger Foundation as the 2010 coordinator of the YEA! MN student programs. Watch this short introduction of Richmond by Abby Fenton.

]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:35:47 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Gives Hamline University 2010 Commencement Address]]>  Will Steger gives the Hamline University commencement address for both the undergraduate and graduate classes of 2010. In addition, Will is presented with an Honorary Doctorate of Science degree from the University's president. Here is a short segment of Will's presentation to the undergraduate class of 2010.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:34:14 GMT <![CDATA[Mediacom Newsleaders with Kristen Poppleton]]>  Kristen Poppleton, K12 Education Program Manager for the Will Steger Foundation is featured on the Mediacom Newsleader program with host, David Gillette.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:32:19 GMT <![CDATA[MediaCom Newsleaders with Nicole Rom]]>  Nicole Rom, Executive Director of the Will Steger Foundation is featured on the Mediacom Newsleaders program with host, David Gillette.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:30:08 GMT <![CDATA[Report links extreme weather to global warming]]>  Unknown]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:26:46 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation Mashup Video]]>  The Will Steger Foundation is a proud new non-profit member of 1% for the Planet! Learn about our work to educate, inspire, and empower people of all ages to engage in climate change solutions! This video was created to mobilize Emerging Leaders - young people ages 15-25 around the issue of climate change.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:24:04 GMT <![CDATA[1989-90 Int'l Trans-Antarctica Expedition]]>  December 2010 marks the 20th anniversary of the 1989-90 International Trans-Antarctica Expedition, a historical 3,741-mile, 222-day expedition on the longest possible route across the frozen continent. Team members from six nations gather for the first time in Minnesota to reflect on the past and rekindle life-long friendships. Will Steger speaks with local CBS affiliate, WCCO about the the reunion.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:23:22 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger - Curiosity]]>  Will Steger curriculum component speaks on curiosity..]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:10:15 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger - Education]]>  Will Steger discusses his approach to education and adventure learning in relation to the Will Steger Foundation's new project, Engaging Students in Environmental Stewardship through Adventure Learning.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:09:42 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger - Inspiration]]>  Will Steger curriculum component speaks on inspiration.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:09:14 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger speaks on journaling]]>  Will Steger media component speaks on journaling for the upcoming Minnesota's Changing Climate curriculum.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:08:46 GMT <![CDATA[350 10/10/10 Solutions Revolution]]>  Solutions Revolution is a cross-country climate ride from Portland, Oregon to Washington DC. Minnesota organizers Paul Thompson (retired public school teacher and Volunteer Educator for YEA! MN) and Reed Aronow (Midwest delegate with WSF's Expedition Copenhagen and current WSF/British Council Climate Champion) will join riders Katherine Ball and Alec Neal when they arrive in Minneapolis. Together the team will bike on to Washington DC and then travel by train and boat to participate in the international climate negotiations in Cancun, Mexico (COP16).]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:08:05 GMT <![CDATA[Green Schools National Youth Summit]]>  The Green Schools National Youth Summit is intended to engage and educate high school students to develop student-driven projects to green their school campuses.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:07:22 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation Summer Institute 2010 Recap]]>  Our 2010 Summer Institute for Climate Change Education marked our fifth year of offering in-person professional development workshops for educators. This year we took time to "Go Back to the Basics." This year's Institute featured keynote speakers, Dr. Naomi Oreskes, climate historian and author of Merchants of Doubt; University of Minnesota climatologist, Mark Seeley, and a new presentation by Will Steger on his history of online education.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:06:41 GMT <![CDATA[Will Steger Foundation 2010 Summer Institute (Short)]]>  Our 2010 Summer Institute for Climate Change Education marked our fifth year of offering in-person professional development workshops for educators. This year we took time to "Go Back to the Basics." This year's Institute featured keynote speakers, Dr. Naomi Oreskes, climate historian and author of Merchants of Doubt; University of Minnesota climatologist, Mark Seeley, and a new presentation by Will Steger on his history of online education.]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:05:33 GMT <![CDATA[Baffin Island Expedition 07: Day37 - Leaving Qik]]>  Location: Qikiqtarjuaq, Baffin Island, Nunavut Date: 04/01/07 Day 37, After a two-day storm, the team prepares to leave the hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq, on Broughton Island. Our special thanks goes out to the members of the community, Inuksuit School and all who helped make our stay welcomed and...]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:51:43 GMT