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Nature Inspired Crafts By Craftster.org IN Home & Garden Nov 2 2011 When you're looking for ideas for crafting, you need look no further than right outside your front door. Nature always provides a plethora of inspiration. Craftster.org recently hosted an "Inspired by Nature" craft challenge, and here are the top five winners of the contest. Maybe they'll inspire you! + READ MORE

Oh, It's Tough Having the Best Internship on Earth By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Jun 30 2011 The Sierra Club has chosen the winner of its Best Internship on Earth. It's not you, unless your name is Kokei Otosi. But fear not, you can share in the experience. + READ MORE

7 of the World's Strangest Beaches By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Jun 2 2011 Your friends send you pictures from their mobile phone of the snow white sand under their toes while on vacation. Sure, those pristine beaches are nice and few and far between, but you're not really a devotee to finding less-chartered beaches until you've explored these totally strange sandy shores: + READ MORE

The 10 Best Places to Watch The Sunset Around The World By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors May 25 2011 Some people are sunset connoisseurs, constantly seeking out the highest rooftop, quietest beach, or most off-limits location to sneak into and watch it. For those of you out there, here are 10 spots to watch the sunset that certainly have all appeared on a postcard. + READ MORE

5 Foul-Smelling Flowers from Around the World By Colleen Vanderlinden IN Home & Garden Apr 29 2011 Here are five of the world's smelliest, most beautiful plants. + READ MORE

Appreciate Our Planet with Amazing Photography By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Apr 14 2011 We’ve put together a list of our top slideshows, showcasing the best in nature photography. Whether it’s an unbelievable shot of an ordinary lake, or an inside look at mountain top mining, these pictures give the viewer an opportunity to marvel at our planet, and get a new perspective of our environmental impact. Take a moment to enjoy the beauty with our top picks for nature photography. + READ MORE

Hot Peppers: The Newest Weapon Against Terrorism? By Laurel House IN Food & Health Mar 22 2011 The Indian military is turning to no-tech resources to create new high tech weapons against terrorism: Hot peppers. But not just any hot pepper- Bhut Jolokia, the world’s hottest chili. + READ MORE

From Crisis to Solution: Help Relief Organizations Make a Difference in Japan By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 15 2011 The earthquake in Japan has left thousands without food, shelter and basic needs. Though you may not be close to the destruction, there are still ways to help. We’ve compiled a list of the best relief organizations that are making the most of donations to provide relief to victims and their families. + READ MORE

Driver Hits, Kills 10 Pronghorn in Wyoming, Reward Offered By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 12 2011 Driver mows down 10 amazing antelope in Wyoming. They're the fastest land mammal in North America. + READ MORE

Top 10 Historic Hotels in the U.S. By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 26 2011 When planning your next vacation, consider staying at one of our top picks for historic hotels. All recognized by the Historic Hotels of America, the following establishments boast some of the best spas, golf courses, and natural attractions in the country. Perfect for history buffs, these restored hotels merge the past and present making for a truly unique stay. + READ MORE

Write 300 Words on Responsible Travel and Travel Responsibly (For Free) By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 24 2011 An eco-resort in Belize is offering a two-night, four-day vacay package to the best wordsmith, or artist. + READ MORE

Apply for the Adventurous 'Best Internship on Earth' By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 17 2011 Looking for "The Best Internship on Earth"? Applications being taken until March 16. Adventure awaits. + READ MORE

Peru's Lake Titicaca Frogs Are Still Made Into Soup, But They're Making a Comeback By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 14 2011 These frogs come from (giggle worthy) Lake Titicaca in Peru. But they're made into soup by locals who believe they have medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. + READ MORE

5 Beautiful Alternative Bridal Bouquets By Cara Smusiak, NaturallySavvy.com IN Fashion & Beauty Feb 2 2011 There are lots of beautiful eco-friendly alternatives to a cut-flower bridal bouquet, including flowers from mom's garden and a non-bouquet. + READ MORE

4 Plants Saved from Extinction by the Endangered Species Act By Colleen Vanderlinden IN Home & Garden Jan 26 2011 Read about four plants saved from the brink of extinction by the Endangered Species Act. + READ MORE

Endangered Whooping Cranes Make Multi-State Journey Before They're Shot and Killed By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Jan 25 2011 Whooping cranes have bounced back from the brink of extinction, but a few were recently gunned down in Georgia. + READ MORE

5 Ways We Harm Trees (and Simple Alternatives to Protect Them) By NaturallySavvy.com IN Travel & Outdoors Jan 23 2011 Trees need to be treated with a little more kindness than we give them, and it's quite easy to find an alternative for our damaging behaviors. Here are five common ways we harm trees, and the simple solutions that can prevent the problems. + READ MORE

The World's 6 Most Endangered and Dangerous Animal Habitats By Rachel Cernansky IN Travel & Outdoors Jan 5 2011 The reasons that animals get to be on the endangered list are many and complex, but habitat and lack of safe refuge have a lot to do with it. + READ MORE

11 Natural Holiday Decorating Tips By Care2.com IN Home & Garden Dec 23 2010 Here are some quick and easy ideas using collected branches, seeds, plants, leaves, fruit, and other natural items to extend the garden’s bounty into the winter holiday season. + READ MORE

Score One for California Forests By Rachel Cernansky IN Travel & Outdoors Dec 17 2010 California forests had some good news this week: an agreement between conservation groups and the U.S. Forest Service that will see better protection for nearly a million acres of forest that were slated for potential road construction or other development. + READ MORE