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Green Exercise: Reconnecting With Nature

Jun 30, 2023 06:30AM ● By Cristina Parker

Prompted by a growing focus on reconnecting with nature, combined with the well-known benefits of physical exertion, outdoor workouts are all the rage in natural settings and urban parks.

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Tree Attempts to Achieve Legal Personhood

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM

A legally autonomous black gum tree named Terra0 on the campus of the Community College of Allegheny County owns itself and perhaps even the few square feet of land it grows on.

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One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever.

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Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ October 2022

Sep 30, 2022 06:45AM

Enjoy articles from our October 2022 Issue

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Save the Sequoias

Sep 30, 2022 06:30AM

With almost 20 percent of sequoias destroyed by wildfire in the last two years, the U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect the giant ancient trees.

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Natural Awakenings Phoenix ~ August 2022

Jul 29, 2022 06:35AM

Enjoy articles from our August 2022 Issue

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Take a Silent Hike: Tips for Walking Mindfully in Nature

Jul 29, 2022 06:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

Silent hikes offer an opportunity to be immersed in nature and quiet the internal chatter that too often consumes our daily routine.

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Earth-Friendly Hiking

Jun 30, 2022 06:30AM

As stewards of the environment, it’s important that we hike responsibly, leaving no detritus behind, respecting wildlife and preserving the pristine setting for everyone to enjoy.

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The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer

Jun 30, 2022 06:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement.

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National Parks Enacting New Regulations

May 31, 2022 06:30AM

The National Park Service (NPS) has cracked down on some recreational activities to better manage the human impact on natural environments.

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