By Dena Fritz It is predicted that within just a few decades our coral reefs will be reduced to piles of rubble on our sea floors. Sound shocking and over-dramatic? No it’s not. It is really happening and it’s coming at an alarming rate. Coral reefs are dying and scientists cannot pinpoint one c[...]
Protect Your Skin, Rub It In!
By Dena Fritz In the spring, I was reading a website that had a sunblock rating test reviewing several natural sunblocks. One of the higher rated blocks that I decided to try was Aveeno Active Naturals Continuous Protection Sunblock. Although this product contains one ingredient that isn’t neces[...]
Kitchen Composting: The Basics
By Dena Fritz Common Questions Q: Why should I compost? A: You can make your own free organic fertilizer and send less trash to the landfill. Q: What is compost? A: It is decomposed organic matter that is broken down wi[...]
Create Your Own Beautiful Backdrop. Paint Your Space.
By Dena Fritz Do you have a hankering to paint your walls but want to be eco-responsible about it? Is your space needing a new look? Don’t fret; there are many green friendly paints on the market that can help you with your selection. Available in vibrant colors, many popular paint manufactu[...]
Sustainable Furniture with Pizzazz!
By Dena Fritz Cisco Brothers Furniture proves that sustainable living environments do not have to be dull, boring or plain! With several retailers throughout the US, finding a Cisco Brothers dealer shouldn’t be a problem. The LEED compliant (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) manufact[...]
July 26th, 2010 - 9:17 am § in Traveling
Green Vacation: Camper’s Paradise
By Dena Fritz For camping enthusiasts there is a wonderful place on the island of St. John, USVI. It is called Cinnamon Bay Campground and truly, it is paradise. With some of the most beautiful scenery and the best snorkeling in the world, Cinnamon Bay offers serenity, beauty and affordability. Camp[...]