Global Warming is Not All Fun and Games

Recently, there have been news stories about how Winter sports are being disrupted in Minnesota and around the world due to temperatures .

USA Today: For many snow lovers, this winter has been all downhill

StarTribune: Where's all the ice?

This is one of the consequences of global warming.

The Washington Post reports that 2006 is the warmest year ever for the US. And a British report predicts 2007 will be even warmer.

Washington Post: Climate Experts Worry as 2006 Is Hottest Year on Record in U.S.

Scientists say 2007 may be warmest yet

While not being able to go ice fishing is not a serious consequence compared to the potential threat to millions of people's lives, it may be something that gets the attention of people who have thus far dismissed Global Warming as a theory that doesn't make a difference in their lives.
We all need to take notice of what is happening to our planet. If losing the fun of skiing and ice fishing will grab attention for average people, we should use that attention to educate people about the full significance of what is happening to the planet right now. People need to understand that there is a lot more at stake than a little fun in the snow.