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TRANSFORMING TRASH INTO TREASURE
Recycled Art: Transforming Trash Into Treasure

Sep 29, 2023 ● By Gisele Rinaldi

Motivated by a desire to educate and inspire, many upcycle artists often interweave a message of environmental consciousness into their artwork, thus spreading awareness about issues or making social commentary.

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Native oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia).
Selection, Planting And Fall Care Of Hydrangeas

Aug 31, 2023 ● By Melinda Myers

This is a great time to plant a few new hydrangeas in the garden.

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Compass plant
September Is The Time For Prairie Dock To Shine

Aug 31, 2023 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Prairie dock, it’s one of the longest-lived species in the prairie, and September is its time to shine.

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Understanding Light Pollution
Understanding Light Pollution: Environmental Concerns and Achievable Remedies

Aug 31, 2023 ● By Sheryl DeVore

At Montana’s Medicine Rock State Park, visitors have a rare opportunity to look up at the night sky and see an awe-inspiring display of planets and constellations, as well as the Milky Way.

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View of a portion of the prairie in late summer (August 2020) showing Blazing Star (purple flowers) and Prairie Dock (tall yellow flowers with large basal leaves).
Remnant Chiwaukee Native Prairie is Thriving

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Sheryl DeVore

The nearly 500-acre area is a rare, remnant, virgin prairie adjacent to Lake Michigan, saved in an extraordinary way by ordinary citizens working with conservation groups to purchase small parcels of land for nearly 60 years.

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Sustainability on the Rise at U.S. Colleges
Eco-Friendly U: Sustainability on the Rise at U.S. Colleges

Jul 31, 2023 ● By Carrie Jackson

The halls of higher education are adopting more sustainable practices as students and university stakeholders increasingly understand that their lifestyle choices and daily operations impact the planet.

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Bird City Network logo.
Bird City Network Expands Avian Conservation

Jun 30, 2023

The Bird City Network serves as a collaborative platform designed to promote sustainable urban planning, create bird-friendly communities and raise awareness about the vital role people play in supporting bird populations.

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John James Audubon illustrated the whip-poor-will with its main food, moths.
Moths and Fireflies Are Declining As Summer Night Insects

Jun 30, 2023 ● By Sheryl DeVore

As the summer sun sets, butterflies cease patrolling flowers for nectar, go to roost and rest. But many moth species are just beginning their day under the cover of darkness, and nighttime active birds called whip-poor-wills come out to eat these insects.

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Fighting Climate Change in the Garden
Fighting Climate Change in the Garden: Regenerative Techniques for a Healthy Ecosystem

Jun 30, 2023 ● By Julie Peterson

Reversing global warming may feel like a problem that is out of reach, but anyone can make a difference by planting an ecologically supportive garden.

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Regenerative Farming
The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health Are Related

Jun 30, 2023 ● By Kelcie Ottoes

The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet.

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Enjoy a Summer Garden Walk in Berwyn and Riverside

Jun 27, 2023

Explore 11 color-filled gardens while homeowners and gardeners will be present to answer questions about pollinator and bee-friendly plants, plant names, favorite plants and other aspects. Its a great way to celebrate summer gardening in the Chicago area. Presented by West Cook Wild Ones.

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Three woman wlaking on a path in the woods.
Ancient Trees Play Critical Role

May 31, 2023 ● By Sheryl DeVore

Today, fewer than 5 percent of western old-growth forests remain standing, and in the eastern United States, fewer than 1 percent of original old growth remains standing.

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Tomatoes
Blame it on the Weather

May 31, 2023 ● By Melinda Myers

Poor flowering and misshapen or a lack of fruit on tomatoes, peppers and squash may be due to the weather, not our gardening skills.

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Socially Conscious Investing
Socially Conscious Investing: How to Choose Sustainable Stocks and Mutual Funds

May 31, 2023 ● By Sheila Julson

When choosing stocks and mutual funds, a growing number of investors don’t just want to get a good return on their investment, they also seek to support corporations that spread kindness, protect (or do not pollute) the environment and support women, minorities and LGBTQ+ people.

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Green Grilling
Greener Grilling

May 31, 2023

The aroma of tasty treats sizzling on an outdoor grill evokes memories of laughter among family and friends, picnic tables brimming with colorful foods and the joy of running barefoot in the grass.

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