A week ago today, March 22, was World Water Day. As someone living in the U.S., I realized how much I take water for granted, how little time I spend thinking about it, and how easy it to use water for any purpose I wish: I drink, cook bathe and wash dishes, clothes and...
Root-Riot Urban Garden Network is comprised of local citizens dedicated to creating opportunities for people to connect with one another and learn and discover the joys of growing their own food. In addition to our community gardens in Oak Park, Forest Park and the West Side of Chicago, we are committed to supporting local...
I found out about Wilderness Inquiry through one of my company’s interns, an amazing young woman named Virginia Pendleton. Virginia is spending her summer as an Outdoor Leader with Wilderness Inquiry, leading adventure trips. Wilderness Inquiry is an award-winning, non-profit organization in Minneapolis that helps people from all walks of life personally experience the natural...
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