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Hurricane Destruction... Have We Only Just Begun?

18 Jul 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

The word, "hurricane" has developed a sort of deadly silence every time it is spoken, mostly because its reputation is taking on a more deadly and destructive personality each passing year.+ READ MORE

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The Eco-Friendly Fisherman

5 Jul 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

Fishing is a time-honored method of obtaining food. Since the dawn of history, every civilization has had its own rituals and techniques for capturing and ingesting our piscine friends. People still fish in these modern times but mostly for relaxation.+ READ MORE

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Eco-Friendly Camping Trip

5 Jul 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

The Great Outdoors: It's still there, lurking at the edge of our cities, and every now and then, we load up coolers and cars and venture out to spend the night, roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. We sing songs and tell tales of phantom hitchhikers. It is usually a good time.+ READ MORE

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Learn About The Nature Conservancy's Latest Land Deal

3 Jul 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

The Nature Conservancy, part of Planet Green’s non-profit family, recently succeeded in acquiring 320,000 acres of western Montana forestland from the Plum Creek Timber Company. + READ MORE

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Campout in Your Backyard This Weekend, June 28

24 Jun 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

The dog days of summer are certainly here, and my stuffy Brooklyn apartment has me dreaming of cool nights under the stars. It seems The National Wildlife Federation is turning my dream into reality, with their 4th annual Great American Backyard Campout taking place this Saturday, June 28th. + READ MORE

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Tweet on a Willow Whistle

23 Mar 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

Before the advent of video games and other electronic geegaws, kids were pretty much left to their own devices. Go back to the notch you made on the top side of the twig, make it deeper, and cut it some more so that it extends down the length of the twig towards the end that still has bark on.+ READ MORE

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Become a Wildlife Watcher During National Wildlife Week

23 Mar 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

Tune in to the sights, smells, and sounds of nature this spring by participating in the National Wildlife Federation's Wildlife Watch, part of the 70th Annual National Wildlife Week celebration from April 19 to 27. Taking part is easy and free: Simply visit the event's Web site to download a...+ READ MORE

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Multitask Your Glam Gear in the Wild

23 Mar 2008  IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS |   COMMENTS

Enjoy a rendezvous with nature, without having to sacrifice your sense of style-or give up your beauty arsenal. Lip gloss or lip balm with SPF: Protect lips and if tinted, rub into cheeks as blush, can be used as fire starter when smeared on cotton balls 2007 © Skipstone Press Difficulty level:...+ READ MORE

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How to Go Green: Barbeques

Green tips for grilling and other barbeque-related fun.

How to Go Green: Laundry

Tips for greening your dirty laundry.

How to Go Green: Summer

Eco-friendly tips for the beach, your barbeque, and even bikinis.

 

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Buy Green: Desktop Computers

Find energy-efficient machines to serve your needs.

Buy Green: Women's Jeans

The hippest fashions in organic cotton denim.

Buy Green: Small-Wheel Folding Bikes

The best compact bikes for getting around town.