Healthy Living

During summer, it can seem like a bug fest when spending time outdoors. Bugs are more active, looking for food, and seem to be just about everywhere. This fact leads many to reach for, carry, or set up various kinds of insect repellents. But how effective are these repellents at dissuading insects from bugging you…

Few things are as majestic as fluttering, jewel-colored hummingbirds. These pint-sized birds are fascinating to watch as they hover above flowers looking for nectar. Another common food source that attracts hummingbirds is a man-made feeder. Even if you don’t have much yard space for flowers, a hummingbird feeder can be hung to encourage the little…

In the last days of summer we’re getting outside as much as possible to enjoy a little more fun in the sun before the chilly fall weather sets in. There’s just one problem – bugs have the same idea. Biting and stinging bugs are still active in September across the southeast. They’re using this time…

Flies, mosquitoes, ants, bees – none of them are on the BBQ guest list, but you can bet your bottom round steak they’ll try to crash the party. Well, not this summer! This grilling season you’re going to be prepared to keep bugs away so they don’t feast on your guests or the food. Treat…

Kids might be out of school for the summer, but it’s a perfect opportunity for them to get some hands-on education. The long, warm days lend themselves well to lessons out in nature where kids can enjoy physical activity while they learn. Let’s get kids away from the screens this summer and outside where they…