Archive for June, 2009

Teaching Sustainable Living to Your Children

Friday, June 5th, 2009

Teaching your children how to live a sustainable life helps them learn how to be more independent and appreciative of the basics. Too many role models for children over indulge and portray a life free of consequences, which doesn't help them learn responsibility. Because there are so many details and complex ...

How to Harvest the Rain

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009

Rain barrels or rainwater tanks have many benefits such as recharging groundwater and saving your faucet water. If you already know the advantages, now it's time to setup a rain harvesting system for your home. Even if you don't need to use the water for your garden or landscaping, you ...

Natural Remedies for Repelling Pests

Monday, June 1st, 2009

Living near the woods can be a blessing and a curse if you don't care for insects. Although bugs are essential to the ecosystem, they can quickly become pests or the enemy. However, instead of using harmful chemicals that may be toxic to your family, pets or garden, you can ...