Everyone is feeling the winter slump, it’s dark, it’s cold, the plants/animals are hibernating and humans want to do the same. Well, here’s some reasons to go get dirty, even in the winter—it makes you happy? We know Gardening is healthy because it’s exercise, outdoors, and can allow you to grow your own organic produce … Continue reading Antidepressant Microbes In Soil: How Dirt Makes You Happy
We are dying to get outside and go somewhere, anywhere, but it needs to allow for social distancing and not too traveled. Well, I think now we can--thanks to the new web app! Find the best streets in Montco to walk, jog, run, and bicycle on with the county’s new bicycling and pedestrian Web app! … Continue reading #GoOutsideAndPlay ~ Web APP for Montgomery County Bicyclists and Pedestrians
In honor of Earth Day, we thought of some way to show some love to the Earth and nature. Planting a garden is the perfect way to welcome Spring by creating an educational and life-sustaining work of culinary and horticultural art that your whole family can enjoy! The Corona Challenge This year we had … Continue reading Honor Earth Day by Planting a Garden and Growing Minds
Governors across the nation, and the American President has issued a "stay home" mandate, but that still means go outside! Just practice smart "social distancing", as prescribed by the Center of Disease Control (CDC) for Covid-19. Actually, connecting with plants and nature is important for our mental and physical health. This is especially true when … Continue reading Quarantine Naturally: Going Outdoors While Social Distancing
In celebration of a decade of blogging, we are innovating and there have been changes around the blog! We have a new look and rebranded name to focus our mission to bring our community http://www.PlantsPowerPurpose.com! You can look forward to uplifting posts to guide you to Wellness through Nature, Empowerment, Charity. We hope to inspire … Continue reading Even A Blog Can Have A Renaissance…New Look and Focused Mission
As part of the #GoOutsideandPlay Challenge and the Treasure in Travel Series, we will be posting favorite local spots for kids to explore the outdoors in your neck of the woods (Tri-State Area)! Briar Bush Nature Center’s 12.5-acres feature forest trails, a Nature Museum and live animals demonstrations (upon reservation). Briar Bush Nature Center Why … Continue reading Local Outdoor Oasis Picks For Kids – #3 – Briar Bush Nature Center in Abington, PA
As part of the #GoOutsideandPlay challenge, we are happy to announce the winner of the Tinkergarten Class giveaway! #NaturePlay #PlantPower Thank You All of those who entered the contest and for your support in following our Facebook pages and telling your friends! We also appreciate Keeping Kids Connected for their partnership in sharing with your … Continue reading #GoOutsideandPlay Challenge Giveaway ~ Tinkergarten 8-Week Fall Class
As part of the Go Outside & Play Challenge and the Treasure in Travel Series, we will be posting favorite local spots for kids to explore the outdoors in your neck of the woods (Tri-State Area)! Hershey, PA boasts the outdoor amusement park, Hershey Gardens, and Hershey World, where you can learn about where food … Continue reading Local Outdoor Oasis Picks For Kids – #2 Hershey PA: More Than Chocolate and Coasters
As part of the Go Outside & Play Challenge and the Treasure in Travel Series, we will be posting favorite local spots for kids to explore the outdoors in your neck of the woods (Greater Philadelphia Area)! First, we will share a resource: Keeping Kids Connected's awesome guide for Montgomery & Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Then … Continue reading Local Outdoor Oasis Picks For Kids – #1 Camden Children’s Garden
With our record-breaking reader post about the 1000 Days Outside Challenge, we promised to bring you more Outdoor Play Events! We also plan to protect you on those days out in the elements! We hope to do this thru online resources and in-person events! In-Person Event: Saturday, June 29th -- Nature Hike, Play Date and … Continue reading Enjoying the Outdoors with Natural Protectors: Events, Education and Chemical-Free DIYs–JOIN US FOR HIKE and LEARN!
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