Grow Local, Eat Local

Six or seven years ago, I listened to a presentation about food—more specifically fruits and vegetables. About soils, chemicals, spoilage, the costs of delivery and about time from picking to eating. Read More »

BACKPACKING is a Learning Experience

Three books in, I thought that I was familiar with what I would encounter on the trail. I went into my section-hike of the Appalachian Trail (AT) with preconceived ideas of what it would be like. Read More »

Trail Magic

Acts of generosity in the wild and primitive setting of the Appalachian Trail, where basic amenities of civilization are intentionally absent, are often received in a heightened sense of wonder and gratitude by hikers. These acts of generosity are referred to as “trail magic”. Read More »

Think Yourself Happy: Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier

Simple, research-based methods to change our thinking, rewire our brains and ultimately, increase our levels of happiness. Read More »

Pollinator-Friendly Yards: Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants

Create a pollinator-friendly yard with these gardening and landscape tips for choosing native plants, mowing less often, and avoiding pesticide use. Read More »

Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer

Waterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups. Read More »

Smiling Can Make Us Happier

The benefits of smiling including increased happiness, reduced stress and anxiety, lowered blood pressure and heart rate and less pain. Read More »

In This Issue: August 2021

Back-To-School Wellness Tips, Change Your Thinking- Change Your World, Water Sports For Total Body Work Out, Smiling Can Make Us Happier, And Much More! Read More »

Bug Battle: How to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay

Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoyance; they can carry infectious diseases, so it’s important to know the best ways to keep them at bay, including natural bug repellents. Read More »

Preserving the Harvest: Classic Ways to Store Garden Bounty All Year

Preservation techniques to help capture the bounty of the garden harvest or farmers' market hauls through canning, dehydrating, refrigerator pickling, fermentation or cold storage. Read More »

Back-to-School Wellness: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy

Parents can ensure children’s health and well-being as they go back to school with these tips for kid's healthy food, family communication, adequate sleep and more. Read More »

Alberto Villoldo on Shamanic Healing

Alberto Villoldo, psychologist, medical anthropologist and best-selling author, discusses how shamans today combine ancient wisdom teachings with cutting-edge neuroscience to heal. Read More »

Unleash Your True Potential: Working with a Life Coach Can Help

The benefits of working with a life coach to better understand ourselves and lead fulfilled lives, including tips for hiring the right coach for individual needs. Read More »

Power Up Fido: Five Ways to Strengthen Your Dog’s Immune System

Five ways to build resilient immune systems in dogs to stave off disease, keep them healthy, promote optimal wellness, reduce trips to the vet and extend their lives. Read More »

In This Issue: July 2021

Why Food Is Medicine, How to Sleep Better Naturally, Running as a Spiritual Practice, Why Kids Should Raise Animals, Urban Gardening and Much More! Read More »