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Environment & Nature

How to attract dragonflies to your garden

How to Attract Dragonflies to Your Garden

Dragonflies have often inspired artists and been viewed as symbols of strength and wellbeing in many cultures. But having dragonflies in your garden offers real benefits beyond superstition and admiration. Find out here how to attract dragonflies to your garden with these handy tips. Read more


what can you compost

What You Can Compost, What You Can’t — and Why

Composting seems like a relatively straightforward concept, but that’s not always the case. We’ll take a look at what you can and can’t compost! Read more


Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July 2021: 10 Ways to Participate

Plastic Free July is a campaign that aims to help us reduce our plastic consumption. Here are 10 ways to participate in the challenge. Read more


dispersed camping

Wild Camping: A Beginner’s Guide to Free Camping in the US & Canada

Camping with no electricity, water or sewer hookups can be a freeing experience. We’ll explain what wild camping/boondocking is, and what to keep in mind. Read more


bumblebee flowers

Flowers for Bumblebees: How to Help Endangered Bumblebees

Bumblebees are becoming endangered. We’ll share some of the best flowers for bumblebees you can plant in your garden to help them thrive. Read more


Black Plastic

Black Plastics: Why Are They So Bad for the Environment?

Black plastics are almost impossible to recycle, making them even more harmful than other plastics. We'll take a look at why these materials are so problematic, and what the alternatives are. Read more


is silicone plastic

Is Silicone Better Than Plastic? What You Should Know

You can find it in nearly every store, but is silicone really better than plastic? We’ll take a look at what silicone is and how to use it safely. Read more


save the rainforest

Save the Rainforest: 7 Things You Can Do

The protection of the rainforest is very important for biodiversity and planetary health. We’ll look at 7 ways you can help save and protect the rainforest. Read more