In the context of the natural resources around us—for President London it is the Great Lakes—the case is made that while NEHA has done a tremendous job of providing resources for the growth and development of environmental health professionals and its mission to advocate for the environmental health cause, we have failed to adequately apply our force to make waves politically. Readers are encouraged to take action this year for the sakes of our profession and the environmental health of our communities. Readers are also requested to take a child outside and introduce them to the natural wonders of their region—another way to make waves for better environmental health.