Water issues occur everywhere and affect all people. Who has access to water—and how much—is one major issue. Large scale water use and development—for example, for irrigation, bottling, industrial processes, energy production, dams, and recreation—occur almost everywhere. This lesson explores water use and access through a fictional and real-life example using role playing and discussions. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the ethics of water resource use and apply them to their local community and environment.

Because of the coyote's versatility, adaptability, and its current wide distribution throughout Virginia, the likelihood of encountering a coyote is real. Thus, residents of the Commonwealth should become more aware and informed about the traits and behaviors of this species to avoid undesirable interactions. This publication provides basic information about the coyote, its expected and normal behaviors and other life history aspects, and suggestions on how to minimize or avoid problems that can arise from our interactions with this fascinating creature.