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You haven't lived unless you've seen the beauty of a deciduous forest in the fall.  One way to see the colors is to take a drive.  But if you really want to see something magnificent, park your car, pack a lunch, and immerse yourself in the canvas.  Check out this story on some great green ways to see all of those amazing colors.

Do you want to stop pollution, global warming, deforestation, and sweat-shop manufacturing? Read this story to learn how to put your money where your heart is.

Barack Obama has named Delaware Senator Joe Biden as his Vice Presedential nominee.  The Senator certainely has the experience and foreign relations credentials to support the team...but is he a greenie?  Read this story to find out where Senator Biden stands on the environment.

There's lots of info about buying green gifts, but how can you GET a green gift when it's your turn to receive?  Is it acceptable to just come right out and ask?  Or does that cross the line to tacky?

Bill McKibben is a respected environmentalist and author of a number of environmental blockbusters including The End of Nature, The Age of Missing Information,

After you green the kids, the house, your work, your child’s school, the groceries, the cleaning, your dog, the lawn, and everything else, it is finally time for you. If you have any time, energy, and motivation left, try these ideas to become the Green Parent you always thought you would be (before you had kids!).

Need a new addition to accommodate your family’s new addition? Or maybe you’re just looking to update the look of your kitchen or bathroom. Here's how to improve the air quality, energy efficiency, and comfort of your home while saving you a fortune on future energy, water, sewer, and maintenance bills.

Check out this study to see where your city ranks on America's list of greenest drivers and fossil fools.

Store-bought play dough wastes time and money and trashes the planet with its synthetic ingredients and disposable containers. Cure rainy day blues with this simple recipe for homemade organic play dough instead!

Think a green vacation means trekking through the wilderness or surviving on nothing but granola and berries? Think again! Green vacations come in as many shapes and sizes as American families. In fact, with a little preparation, you can turn almost any vacation into an “eco-vacation.” Here's how...

Is your sunscreen bad for your health? Check out this story to learn more...

Memorial Day weekend is the official kick-off to summer, and what better way to celebrate than to host a barbecue. Whether it's just you and the kids or a neighborhood affair, check out this story to learn how to make sure your next BBQ is easy on the planet.

I don't know what concerns me more; the number and type of chemicals that we use to grow "food" in this country, or the fact that we will soon no longer have any reliable information about the number and type of chemicals that we use to grow "food" in this country. Check out this story to learn why what you don't know CAN hurt you.

Are you worried about Bisphenol-A (or BPA)? Do you know what to look for to minimize your family's exposure? Read this story to learn how to make your home BPA-free.

Swapping is the latest trend to hit the shopping scene, allowing folks to trade in their old stuff for something new. Check out this post on the best sites for swapping everything from clothes to toys to video games.

Lighting accounts for up to 20% of your home's annual energy bill, so it's a good place to get started on saving money and energy. Check out this post for tips. Includes a list of CFL coupons and rebate programs.

With prices rising at the store and the pump, it's good to know that it's easy to save a fortune by making eco-savvy choices. Check out this story on the top 10 ways to save money by going green.

This Friday (April 25th) most states across the U.S will celebrate Arbor Day...a holiday designed to honor, commemorate, and (most importantly) plant trees. It's a great day to stop and smell the acorns and to plant a seed with your little treehugger. Check out this link for some kid-friendly Arbor Day ideas...

Are you and your kids ready to party this Tuesday? Earth Day (April 22nd) is the perfect time to teach the kids about the environment and get them excited about protecting it. After all, what kid doesn’t love a holiday party? Check out this link to find the Earth Day party that works best for you.