JC, owner of Just Act Natural located in downtown Appleton wrote an inspiring article that reflects the positive changes in our city. Clicking on the link below will take you directly to the article. I hope you may enjoy as much as I did. 🙂
Green Energy Summit 2012
Cloth Diapering – Appleton, WI
Cloth diapers are a great way to reduce environmental waste. Zach and I purchased insert diapers for our daughter with velcro closures. Soon after, we discovered that snap closures worked best for us. Zany Zebra, located in Appleton, WI offers snap closures with a variety of inner fabrics and catchy designs.
Earth Fest Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Earth Fest, Sheboygan August 20th & 21st 2011 will be filled with lots to entertain! There will be acoustic/electric music, various environmental speakers, food, yoga, face paint, fire dancers, and much more.
A bicycle drop off location will be available for the Working Bikes Co-operative. This non-profit organization sends donated bikes to Latin America and Africa to provide people new opportunities.
How to Make Compost Work for You!
You may have thought to yourself, “I should start composting,” but then you realize that you don’t know a thing about it, let alone where to start. Well here you go, this guide from treehugger.com will help you figure out why you should compost and what is the best method for you!
Now you know a bit more about composting, but you want to know more. If want to quench that thirst for knowledge, be sure to check out all the articles treehugger.com has on the subject. From DIY compost bins to tutorials, they have it all.
Fox Valley Friends of Earth- Meetup
If you enjoy being Earth friendly, this may be a beneficial group~ Next group meetup is Thursday, August 11~Located in Appleton, WI.
Artha Sustainable Living Center- Amherst, WI
Artha: solar water heating training and instruction, herbal and yoga workshops and retreats in Wisconsin and USA, Bed and Breakfast in Wisconsin.
I was very delighted to have come across the Artha Sustainable Living Center located in Amherst, WI. Artha offers green living retreats that include hands-on- workshops in solar water heating, yoga, and herbs. In addition, there is a bed and breakfast that may serve well for weddings and large gatherings.
Green Smokers: Never Litter But Still Chuck Butts? : TreeHugger
In most facets of my life, I’m pretty green: From the way I live, to the way I get around. I certainly don’t throw anything else on the ground. But when it comes to cigarettes, it’s a struggle. And frankly, I’m not alone:
via Green Smokers: Never Litter But Still Chuck Butts? : TreeHugger.
Wisconsin Public Television
I’m big into the local food movement, and getting really connected to where we live via food.
via Wisconsin Public Television.
It’s amazing the variety of plants and herbs that can be found in our backyards. There is a helpful book named, “A Field Guide to Medicinal Plants.” The book contains numerous photos and detailed descriptions of the plant or herb you are researching. This can be beneficial to someone that is interested in wild plants and herbs that are grown in your community.
Green gardening secrets: How to eliminate bugs and pests without using poison
As people are turning away from chemical ingredients in everything from cleaning products to beauty products, they are also turning to chemical-free foods by growing food in their own backyards.
via Green gardening secrets: How to eliminate bugs and pests without using poison.
