Since 1970, we have come together globally to celebrate Earth Day each April, and reignite the discussion around climate action, conservation and restoration. Earth Day falls on April 22 this year, providing us a pause to catch up on the world around us and learn how we can help with actions both big and small. […]
Since 1970, we have come together globally to celebrate Earth Day each April, and reignite the discussion around climate action, conservation and restoration. Earth Day falls on April 22 this year, providing us a pause to catch up on the world around us and learn how we can help with actions both big and small. […]
Since 1970, we have come together globally to celebrate Earth Day each April, and reignite the discussion around climate action, conservation and restoration. Earth Day falls on April 22 this year, providing us a pause to catch up on the world around us and learn how we can help with actions both big and small. […]
Even though the winter of 2020 was a washout in many ways, in terms of rainfall things were pretty dry. Thanks to an atmospheric river in January and some other later rains however, the wildflower prospect is looking bright. So strap on your mask and hiking books and take in the kaleidoscopic beauty of Marin’s […]
The beauty of the Midwest may often be overlooked, but our sweeping prairie land, luscious forests, never-ending dunes and, of course, our precious freshwater Great Lakes are worthy of admiration — and protection. The Environmental Law and Policy Center calls the Midwest “the nation’s most important region for taking on climate change.” In the last […]
The beauty of the Midwest may often be overlooked, but our sweeping prairie land, luscious forests, never-ending dunes and, of course, our precious freshwater Great Lakes are worthy of admiration — and protection. The Environmental Law and Policy Center calls the Midwest “the nation’s most important region for taking on climate change.” In the last […]
As part of our “Love Essentially” series, Jackie Pilossoph helps us navigate the complex world of relationships. Have a question that you would like her to answer? Contact her here, and it may be featured in an upcoming article! Over the past seven months, Covid-19 has touched all of us in some way, whether it’s physical, […]
After months indoors, the pandemic has made many of us profoundly more appreciative of outdoor spaces. As fall rolls in and you continue to look for ways to spend time outside before the icy chill of Chicago winter strikes, check out some of the breathtaking natural spaces protected by Openlands. Founded in 1963, Openlands is […]
A few ideas of things to do in week 14 of shelter-in-place.
Summer is finally here, and if you’re looking to take care of your body and soul this season, there’s no better way to celebrate than by taking your workout outdoors. “From the perspective of physical health benefits, being outdoors in direct sunlight triggers the production of vitamin D,” explains fitness expert and nationally certified trainer and […]
