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From the Blog

5 Small Ways to Make a Difference

Climate change, air pollution, plastic infesting our oceans… With all the problems in the world today, enacting real change can seem like an impossible task. However, every action makes a difference and can inspire others to follow suit.

Composting 101

My school, UNC Chapel Hill, implemented an initiative a few years ago to promote composting. A green compost bin, resembling a miniature version of a recycling bin, joined the scores of recycling bins and two large dumpsters that constituted the waste management for my dorm and one other.

Simple Ways to "Green" Your 4th of July!

Red, white, blue… and green? Here are simple ways to “green” your 4th of July celebrations. 1. Emphasize recycling at your cookout

5 Ways to Go to the Pool Green this Summer!

Going to the pool is a summer classic. Here are 5 ways you can keep your summer fun, while also doing your part to help our threatened environment.

Why I'm an Environmentalist

When I think back on the best memories of my life, most of them involve the natural world. The balance of peace and terror of canoeing on the French Broad River. Staying up all night to hike under the light of a full moon in the Eastern Californian desert.

3 Easy Ways to Support the Environment This Month

Want to do more to support environmental sustainability, but don't have a lot of time? Here are 3 easy ways to get more involved in the environmental movement this month.

Community Calendar

Saturday, September 22, 2018

Native Plant Sale

Join the Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University for this unique sale that will feature a wide variety of woody plants and native perennials ideal for home landscapes.

Saturday, September 22, 2018

Cobblestone Farmers Market

Join Old Salem Museums and Gardens for the Cobblestone Farmers Market.

Monday, September 24, 2018

Fresh: Sustainable Food Production in America - Movie night at the Kathleen Clay Library, Greensboro

Join us for our environmental film series. Fresh: Sustainable Food Production in America is a film that profiles farmers, thinkers, food experts, and environmentalists. Hear about re-inventing food production in America and how they are achieving it.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Forsyth Audubon Society Chapter Meeting with Guest Speaker Curtis Smalling

Join the Forsyth Audubon Society for their chapter meeting featuring guest speaker, Curtis Smalling.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Solar Car Workshop for Kids

Join the Forsyth County Library for a Solar Car Workshop for kids.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Discover Permaculture

Join the Greensboro Public Library for their Discover Permaculture event to learn how permaculture recreates the functions of an ecosystem in a human landscape.