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Lush Demystified: Top Natural Products, Shopping Tips

Lush is confusing. It seems eco-conscious, with fresh handmade products, but some ingredients aren’t natural or safe. It’s time to have Lush demystified.
Wild Blueberry Picking Tips

We've accumulated lots of share-worthy blueberry picking knowledge, so if you’d like to get out there yourself, check out these blueberry picking tips first
7 Terrific Trails Easily Seen From Seoul

I can recommend these 7 (+7 bonus) terrific trails easily seen from Seoul since I made the most of my year in Korea by hiking as many mountains as possible.
The Pressing Case for a Nuclear Weapons Ban

As nuclear weapons continue to pose a threat, the call for a nuclear weapons ban to abolish their production, testing & use is justifiably gaining momentum.
6 Popular Routes on the Uplands Trail at Algonquin Park

At 78 km, the Western Uplands Trail is Algonquin Park's longest. 3 stacked loops & 2 side loops make it easy to plan multiple routes for a long weekend.
How to Make the Best Natural Bug Spray Recipe with Kombucha Vinegar

For healthier and Earth-friendlier options, turning to essential oils is obvious, but this natural bug spray recipe also uses kombucha vinegar.
Tips for Identifying Milk Snakes (Rattlesnake Comparison)

They may look like rattlers, but milk snakes are harmless. They rattle their tails on fallen leaves & underbrush to imitate the rattler, but don't be fooled
Trekking Jirisan in Korea

Trekking Jirisan in South Korea takes lots of planning but once you get there, it's worth it! Even when all plans fall apart, it's a great mountain to hike.
Exploring Yokji Island: A Break From Mainland Korea

Sick of the smell, noise, lights, people, and hustle and bustle of Busan, I went to Tongyeong and hopped on a ferry, ready to start exploring Yokji Island.
Trekking Killarney's La Cloche Silhouette Loop Trail

Gotta love trekking Killarney's La Cloche Silhouette loop trail. My partner, dogs & I have come out of it talking about nothing but *the next time* since!
Fun with Kombucha Tea: Yummy Recipes, Creative Ideas

With these little-known uses for kombucha tea and SCOBYs, you can have fun with kombucha tea! Check out these yummy recipes and creative ideas I compiled.
Amy Miller's The Carbon Rush: Fighting the Climate Crisis for Social Justice

The Carbon Rush social justice film exploits Canada's role in carbon markets & the poverty & illness resulting from the supposedly green for-profit industry
Upo Marsh Circuit Hike: Photo Journal of a Korea Wetland Keeper

This photo journal of my Upo Marsh circuit hike was written as a volunteer for the Korea Wetland Project, with the objective of attracting eco-tourism.
10 Hikes In Korea You Will Absolutely Love

Rounding off my series on hiking Korea's mountains with a bucket list to make the best of a year abroad, there are 10 more hikes in Korea I absolutely loved
Layering Winter Wear for Warmth

Staying warm outdoors in winter is all about layers. Layering winter wear for warmth is simple once you know the trick. From toe to head, here's how I do it
How To Make Dehydrated Yogurt For a Yummy, Healthy Snack

Dehydrated yogurt rolls pack a lot of punch in a small, lightweight package. Easy to make, they're great for the trail, school, or work.
Greatest Hiking List to Make the Most of a Year in Korea

When I decided to teach English abroad and live in a mountainous country, I just knew it would take a great hiking list to make the most of a year in Korea.
Silver Peak Day Hike Route Suggestions

These are route suggestions to help plan a Silver Peak day hike in Killarney Park. You can combine a Silver Peak day hike with a paddle trip or hike-in trek

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