Are you dealing with creator’s block? Feeling a little uninspired? Whether you’re stuck for something to write, paint, draw, or you need a creative solution to your challenges, nature can hold your answers. Since the beginning of time, nature has been a boundless source of inspiration. Early men and women drew animals and their daily…
Incorporating native plants into your meals can have numerous benefits for your overall wellness. Native plants are those that have naturally evolved and adapted to local environmental conditions, making them well-suited to the specific soil, climate, and other factors in their native habitats. Here are a few ways that incorporating native plants into your diet…
In today’s fast-paced and constantly connected world, many of us find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. However, one simple way to combat these negative feelings is by spending time in nature and observing the natural world around us. In this blog post, we will explore the many benefits that nature observation can have on…
A portion of our property has had monocrops (sod and corn) on it for a decade. A local sod farmer has used herbicides on our property for many years to kill off winter wheat and planted corn in the summers. Starting last year, we took back this portion of our property and are hoping to…
It’s funny — when Dave mentions forest bathing, people look at him a little funny. I think they think he’s talking about something like skinny dipping. Um… no… 🙂 Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice that involves immersing oneself in nature and connecting with it using all five senses. It is…
The world is a complex web of interconnected ecosystems, and every species plays a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of the planet. One of the most important groups of organisms in this web is insects and pollinators. To support and protect these important species, we need to start with the foundation of…
