Sussex...Naturally has a place of its own!

Sussex... Naturally has received such amazing response from our readers, we at Green Happenings-H20 decided to give it it's own space! 

Same great content, same fun format- new address:
www.sussexnaturally.blogspot.com

We hope you'll check continue to follow Sussex Naturally and watch for future announcements for the Sussex...Naturally web launch and online store-where you'll be able to find the best products, arts, photography and more-all produced in Sussex...Naturally!

Green Happenings H2O will continue to bring you tips, insights and info in the same casual tone-and we hope you'll join in with comments and contributions.

NJ Audubon launches njwildlifetrails.org...come explore!

You already know that Sussex Naturally is wild about all the outdoor recreation possibilities Sussex County offers. And we admit, our Green Happenings-h20 team is still discovering the best trails for wildlife watching and exploring- but now, thanks to our friends at New Jersey Audubon- we can all spend less time researching and more time exploring!

NJ Audubon has announced the launch of NJ Wildlife Trails on line! This great interactive tool allows expert or novice to discover and enjoy the best wildlife trails and viewing spots in the Skylands region and throughout the state.

 

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NEVER HEARD OF New Jersey Audubon?

You've missed out! NJ Audubon is made up of people passionate about preserving and learning about New Jersey's natural treasures-it's diverse wildlife, bird population and habitats. NJA members work hard to preserve and conserve the Garden State's natural resources and to develop innovative projects to protect, preserve and utilize those resources.

NJA is staffed by experts, dedicated to their field and inspired by a passion for preserving the delicate biodiversity that we depend on. NJA members are folks just like you- who enjoy and appreciate the amazing natural world around us-whether observing nature in the wild or in your backyard.

NJA Centers are easy to access and a great place to find reference books, equipment and educational materials for young wildlife enthusiast of any age.

Check out their parent site www.njaudubon.org.

BIRDING AND WILDLIFE TRAILS  in print:

NJA has been developing the Wildlife Trail Guide series for some time. To date, three regional guides, in addition to the online site have been published. These printed guides are easy to use and full of info. They're great to toss into a backpack- whether you're on a day trip or weekend excursion. These guides have gotten outstanding reviews from our readers.

Now the folks at NJA have gone a step beyond the printed guides and has created an outstanding online application that offers regional trips and trails.  Spotting wildlife in their native habitat isn't always easy-unless you know where to look (and what to look for). NJA has included tips on both so your experience will be even more enjoyable.

Not quite up for a hike? Driving tours have been included in the online version!

How great is that!

Here's a preview of what you'll find when you visit the site:

Clearly labeled driving tours are one click away. Pick a region, click on the colored bar and up pops  everything you need to know including area highlights and wildlife and natural wonders you can anticipate seeing.  What a great resource for the casual or expert explorer or for classrooms and environmental groups!

We at Green Happenings-H2o, appreciate that this site is not overly complex and doesn't overwhelm with information-after all, who wants to spend time in front of the computer when there's so much to see and do right outside the door! The designers of www.njwildlifetrails.org have added enough tools and info to create a perfect starting point...and then created a forum for sharing personal experiences, connecting with others, or linking to more resources and info...at your own pace and pleasure!

Thanks New Jersey Audubon- for making it so easy for anyone to start exploring!

Greener Living...not a New Years Resolution

I've spent many a year planning the "fool-proof",  life- changing, long overdue New Year's resolution. A perfectly thought out plan- executed at the stroke of midnight... which usually fell apart somewhere around February! I'm sure you can relate.


About five years ago, I made one final resolution that I can say I still keep to this day...I resolved NOT to make New Year's resolutions anymore!

Instead of one hyped-up, do or die commitment, now I make small-sometimes inconspicuous changes in behavior that are almost mindlessly easy to enact.  Building on those subtle changes until, without much apparent effort (or anxiety) I have reached the intended goal. 

Evolution has replaced resolution with great success!

The same principles apply to reaching the ultimate objective of the Green Movement...a greener, healthier lifestyle. Go Green is everywhere. That's great news for you and me and the planet. With the wealth of products, services and information at our fingertips, we're better resourced than ever.

Taking small steps toward make better choices is easier than you think. And those steps do add up to a significant contribution -when we all do our little part.

Collective wisdom on our planetary health tells us that the environmental issues we  face don't belong only to a particular nation, government or industry. They belong to each of us personally-afterall, we all expend resources, make consumer decisions and participate in the production of waste by-products. 

Just as  collectively we have impacted the health of our environment,

collectively, we can make a broader and quicker positive impact on reversing that environmental impact than any legislation or industry change alone. 

The environmental challenges we face may still be part of the evening news reports for many. For others the news may be overwhelming and the problems may seem too large to imagine how they can make a difference. But even in the midsts of daily demands on time and personal resources, small steps toward healthier living have economic and personal rewards.

Green Happenings-H2O will offer suggestions and ideas that encourage, educate and facilitate small and easy changes that will help make a difference. We believe in the positive impact of collective change and we hope to encourage you to take a small step forward today.

Wherever you are in the "green spectrum" is a great starting point toward the greener, healthier lifestyle we all seek.