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k guys, it’s your turn. As promised, this is the month we honor men for all the work being done to make our world a better place. We know men can be incredible innovators. (Not meant to be gender exclusive ladies.) I envy you your math and science smarts, your ability to fix, build and create. We often ask you to get in touch with your feminine side, but since it is your masculine side we are focusing on in this issue, I thought it would be better if I stepped into your arena.

This month, I found my inspiration for the editor’s note under the hood of a car. I was helping my husband replace the alternator and thread a serpentine belt on my daughter’s 2000 Chevy Cavalier. I drive a newer car, but we also have a 1990 and 1995 vehicle in our family, so I have found myself under the hood often. (Note: Citrus morning facial scrub works wonders at getting the grease off your hands, and it smells nice.) We do this for the financial savings and also the bragging rights.

It feels good to fix things. But we also are able to keep our beloved destined-to-be classic vehicles from the scrap heap. According to the mechanical experts in this issue, that is a very good thing.

For those of you who have vehicles from this decade, especially hybrid and electric, the mechanics offer some maintenance advice for you. For those who already have classics, you’ll love the unique storage facilities we’ve discovered of your fellow collectors. We set out to find some sustainable man caves. You know, the room you go to when you are trying to get away from us—a place to hang out with the guys, kick back and open a cold one. We have a story that puts man caves in a whole new category. In the examples we have found, you are left to believe every man’s garage is his castle.

For some of you, escaping to the man cave might be a way to blow off some steam. If you’re stressed, we have a physician who can offer some advice to alleviate stress and stop those greys from multiplying. Did you get into trouble? I know you don’t want to admit it, but it happens.

You may like to know that Dr. John Demartini, best-selling author and expert in human behavior, will be in Scottsdale this month and he has a sure-fire plan to eliminate that guilt you are feeling. He will not only teach you how to make it go away, but he’ll show you how the very thing you are feeling guilty about actually has many positive outcomes that you can feel good about. The bonus: once you eliminate the guilt that has been stifling your acceleration to happiness and prosperity, there are no limits to what you can do. With your success underway, you may want some guidance about how to manage it. We have an article about that too.

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More good reads include stories about biomimicry, pet safety, summer gardening and a sustainability pioneer.

So with your stress level down and success level up, there’s only one thing left to do: kick back and open a cold one.

Whip up some delicious and healthy snacks created by former NFL players (we have the recipes for you), grab your copy of Green Living and retreat to your man cave. If your buds aren’t around, you can always invite your significant other to come with you—but I wouldn’t mention anything about getting under the hood.

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One automotive enthusiast with a superlative collection of vehicles once told me that when he is in the connubial doghouse, his wife banishes him to the garage to retune his ways. So, he retires to his climate-controlled grotto to do hairshirt penance amidst cars and Coronas. He loves it.

When you build your man cave, in addition to considering a billiards table, bar, media room, a showroom of vintage cars or just that one collectible you spent a thousand hours and thousands more than it was worth to rebuild better than new, consider building it green too. The extra effort will cost more upfront, but the return will come in overall energy savings.

“The successful man cave provides a specific design atmosphere and represents a reflection of the ‘master’s personality,’” says Jon Bernhard, AIA, a partner in the distinguished Scottsdale-based architectural firm, Swaback Partners, founded 36 years ago by Vernon Swaback, FAIA, one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s last apprentices.

“This atmosphere might be a club/ lounge environment, sports/recreation, memorabilia, motor-head, health/fitness, security/cocoon, eco-friendly or just something unique and way cool.”

GREEN PATH TO THE GARAGE Consider the full menu of sustainable design options such as window treatments, heating and cooling innovations and upgraded insulation.

These might include a subgrade space such as a basement, which can provide a secure, isolated atmosphere protected from temperature extremes. “This might appeal to the zombie apocalypse type,” Bernhard

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says, with a smile.

If you’re considering an aboveground space, orient it in response to the regional climate to maximize passive use of natural resources, such as abundant daylight and cross-breeze ventilation, he adds.

Avoid, if possible, exposure of the garage door or extensive window space to the afternoon sun. If that is unavoidable, you can insulate the panels of the steel garage door with fiberglass. Kits are widely available at home improvement stores.

Probably the most cost-effective element to making a garage, or any other space, more energy-efficient and sustainable is good insulation, says Mark B. Candelaria, AIA, principal of Candelaria Design Associates, LLC, of Phoenix and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Insulation can be standard fiberglass batting, which rolls into the walls and lies between ceiling rafters, or sprayed-in foam; the most beneficial product available but also a good deal more expensive.

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garages or man caves that were well insulated and, even without mechanical cooling systems, they stay comfortable even with our Arizona heat,” says Candelaria, whose 15-year-old firm specializes in custom residential projects, new, remodel and renovation, and boutique commercial projects.

Sound insulation is also important. Require sound insulation such as spray foam or cellulose in perimeter walls, sound absorption panels on lateral walls and sound deflection on the screen, or front, wall to project sound, suggests Scottsdale architect, Nick Tsontakis, AIA, NCARB. Varying the ceiling design will enhance the sound, he adds.

If you are going to incorporate windows, use well-insulated dualpane low-e windows, Candelaria explains, noting that he prefers the metal-clad wood windows that are almost maintenance-free rather than the once-popular aluminum windows which absorb more heat.

You can add light insulation with motorized black-out screens, Tsontakis adds.

EVEN WITHOUT POCKET GREEN, THINK SUSTAINABLE For the budget-conscious, be innovative with the space you have, Bernhard suggests. Minimize landfill waste by repurposing existing under-utilized space rather than demolishing and rebuilding.

And, combine indoor with outdoor areas, integrating movable wall panels and extensive roof lines to create a usable floor area that can expand well in excess of the constructed floor area. In this way, the additional space does not entail additional heating and cooling costs.

Build with readily available resources, such as scrap lumber, overstock merchandise, local products and, where applicable, materials found on or near the site, he adds. For one garage, Candelaria

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recently incorporated a reclaimed wood ceiling and wall siding, an insulated sandwich roof and wall system, energy-efficient lighting and, of course, a reclaimed car.

“Integrating reusable and/or recycled materials–– cradle-tocradle’ methods and materials–– applied thoughtfully, can save cost, minimize waste and make a design statement,” Bernhard says.

“I love the LED lighting product, Candelaria says. “They last forever, use low amounts of power and radiate very little heat—all positives.” He adds that, although energy-efficient, LED lights are still expensive initially but their longevity more than makes up for the cost.

For those with larger budgets, solar panels are an excellent way to reduce power needs. With federal and state incentives, they still require a $13,000 or so investment for an average-size home. “The payback on most of these systems is still 6 to 7 years [others say 8 to 9], but it makes sense if you are in for the long haul,” Candelaria says.

Some of the new cooling and heating systems, such as the natural gas versions, are extremely energyefficient, Candelaria says. Unlike conventional systems, these rely on a gas heat pump unit tied into multi-zoned ducted and ductless air handlers through refrigerant lines; the typical decorative grilles and linear slot diffusers are used.

The refrigerant lines can run up to 690 feet, which greatly reduces the amount of ductwork necessary.

“The upfront cost for equipment is higher than conventional systems, but there are major construction and long-term energy savings,” Candelaria says.

So, when you retire to, or are banished to, your grotto/garage, everyone will be proud.

David M. Brown is an Arizona freelance writer. azwriter.com Photo courtesy of Swaback Partners

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Tire Ottoman

By Ainsley Despain

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ne man’s trash is another man’s treasure, right? When I see something set out on a neighborhood curb, my first reaction is to come up with a way I could make it over and reuse it. Granted, there are items like dog-chewed stuffed animals and antique China dolls with creepy eyes that I typically pass up, but sometimes I get lucky. Recently, I found a trash-totreasure project that doesn’t involve paint or power tools.

Believe it or not, you can make a chic yet rustic-looking ottoman out of a tire, and the bonus… it is designed to fit perfectly into a man cave.

The key to this project is the quality and size of the tire. Please don’t pull over on the side of the freeway to grab a blown-out tire. That won’t work. The tire should be intact, and it should not belong to a monster truck. I used an 18-inch inner diameter tire, which is smaller than most car tires, and worked well for this project.

Materials Tire Glue gun Hot glue sticks Rope (100 feet or more)

2 Wooden board circles, slightly larger than the opening in the tire

Instructions 1. Clean and dry the tire. Depending on where you pick it up, it could be really filthy, so take it outside to suds it up, rinse it off and dry it thoroughly.

2. Use the hot glue gun to secure the wood circles to the openings on either side of the tire. Hot glue dries quickly so you may have to set the circle in place and then secure it around the edges.

3. You are ready to completely cover the tire with rope.

To start, wrap the rope around itself in a flat spiral effect so there are no gaps. Using the hot glue gun, secure the first few coils while turning the rope in your hand. Lay the flat coiled rope in the center of the horizontal tire and continue winding and gluing as you go until the wrapped rope continues down the sides of the tire, completely covering it. Make sure to glue the rope together while also attaching it to the tire to get a tight spiral.

4. When the rope has reached the base of the tire, cut it and securely glue the edge down.

At this point you have a few style options: Leave it as-is and set it in place for display, continue the rope spiral to the other side giving it a reversible effect, or attach couch feet for added height and polish. There you have it, a perfect Saturday morning project to enhance any man cave.

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Stressed Out? Meditation and Mindfulness Ease Anxiety for Men

By Dr. Daniel Pacheco

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id you know that observing nature can make men feel calmer and reduce the symptoms of stress? Try this mindful observation: Pick something natural in your environment—a flower, a tree or a cloud—and focus on watching it for a minute. The goal is to be present in the moment and see the world the way it is. In reality, we have only the present moment, but it often becomes cluttered with thoughts of the future or the past, creating a hectic, stressful environment and impacting our health.

When it comes to men’s ability to deal with stress, there is still much work to be done. While we have made many technological advances in our society, effectively dealing with strong emotions and feelings has not progressed as successfully.

Men continue to have a more difficult time coping with stress than women. The effects are well documented in rates of suicide, substance abuse and violent behavior. Also, men end up needing more medical care than women for health issues such as cardiac disease, chronic pain and gastrointestinal problems and, as a group, they have a shorter life span.

A big part of the problem is that boys are often taught to “suck it up” and subscribe to the theory that “boys don’t cry.” Therefore, as men, we have a difficult time expressing our emotions or true feelings.

Years ago I heard a presentation titled “John Wayne and the Impact on the American Male.” The presenter discussed how this larger-than-life actor set the tone for an entire generation of men. He created the mold for what all men should be. You had to be tough, show no weakness or emotion. Not much has changed in the last 50 years.

Women can more easily express when they are feeling overwhelmed, but men tend to bottle up their feelings and project their stress into the world, often in aggressive or self-destructive behavior.

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So what can we do?

• The first step is to identify when we are feeling stressed.

Initially, men may have symptoms of increased fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, increased isolation, or increased use of alcohol. As stress levels increase, you may notice body aches, headaches, depression, chest pain, digestive problems, increased blood pressure or sexual problems.

• The second step is being able to express how we feel to someone we trust, be it a family member, friend, clergyman or a licensed professional. The key is to find someone to talk to and share your feelings. Putting your thoughts into words allows your mind to process these emotions which, in turn, decreases anxiety and the stress levels associated with them.

• The third step is practicing mindfulness. Mindfulness is the act of being intensely aware of your senses and feelings at every moment without interpretation or judgment, and accepting things as they are.

How do I get started?

Start with a few minutes of daily meditation. Make it a habit.

Find a quiet place and sit with your back straight and body relaxed. Focus on your breathing. Feel the breath moving in and out of your body. Notice how the air passes through your nostrils, and the rise of your chest and abdomen. Allow your thoughts and feelings to cross your mind. Think of them as waves of the mind. Gently redirect your thinking back to your breathing, or the present moment. Do this for a few minutes each day.

Another technique is to allow nature to inspire you and help you focus on mindful observation as mentioned at the start of this article.

There are many different mindfulness techniques. I suggest you do some research and find out what works for you. As with everything else, a healthy diet and exercise need to be incorporated into your daily routine.

Remember, the stress reaction is an automatic physical response, but the relaxation response requires effort.

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here are a number of potential threats to the well-being of our non-human friends in Arizona, especially during the summer months. The rapid weather changes and humidity levels, as well as the presence of wildlife, demand that owners be ever vigilant about the care and health of their pets. Start by having the name, number and location of the nearest emergency animal hospital on hand at all times. Some of the concerns that top the list in warm weather range from as simple as sunburns and the need for air conditioning and fresh water, to complex, life-threatening events such as heat stroke, near drowning and venomous animals.

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hotter than the boiling point of water. Exposure to these temperatures can cause irreversible medical problems. Signs of heat stroke include frantic panting, anxiety, red tongue, thick saliva, vomiting, diarrhea, glazed eyes and high body temperature (above 103 degrees). This condition requires a slow cool-down of a pet’s body temperature and immediate veterinary medical care. Call the hospital on the way and get instructions on what to do on the drive.

NEAR DROWNING Ideally, all animals that go swimming or riding in a boat should wear a life vest. Small dogs and other pets can fall in the pool and struggle to the point of exhaustion trying to get up pool edges that are too high. Dogs can swim out too far in a body of water and be unable to make it back to shore. If you find your pet in the water and unconscious, you can gently lift them by the rear end so that the head is down to drain the water. You may also need to place the pet on the ground on his side with something soft under his rear limbs so the head is tilted down, clear the mouth and tilt the head back to open the air way. If the pet doesn’t respond, CPR may be required. Organizations that teach CPR courses in your area can be found online and by contacting your local veterinarian or animal shelter.

SNAKE BITES And what about the snakes? Arizona is home to many types of snakes that will cause not only immediate intense pain, but potential nerve damage and blood abnormalities which can be fatal. Some signs of snakebite are swelling, severe pain, bleeding wounds, dilated pupils, excitement, panting, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures and collapse. Many pets get bitten on or around the head, and the swelling will be evident. All snake bites require immediate veterinary assistance to minimize effects of the venom and control pain. Luckily, there are organizations, such as Hunter Canine, that teach rattlesnake avoidance to dogs and can teach dogs to detect the snakes using their inherent abilities and avoid contact, which may also help owners stay out of harm’s way.

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HEAT STROKE Let’s start with the most obvious hot weather concern, heat stroke. Never leave your pet in a vehicle. Most animals do not sweat like we do and can only pant to get rid of excess heat.

Animals can suffer heat stroke in a back yard with no shade, on a regular walk, in a car or closed space, and even if they have a short muzzle or have heart or lung problems. According to the City of Phoenix website, even on an 80-degree day, the temperature in a closed vehicle can reach 105 degrees in 10 minutes. During the hottest summer days, internal car temperatures have been recorded at more than 215 degrees,

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PAD BURNS It is also important to take precautions for your pet’s feet.

Severe pad burns can occur by simply walking your dog across a parking lot. Place your palm on the asphalt. If it is hot, don’t walk your dog on it. Adjust your walking schedule to a cooler time of day. If you use dog boots, it is important that they fit properly to avoid twisting that could cut off circulation and to keep pets from removing and ingesting them. Also, it is essential that the boots are removed as soon as the walk is over as dogs cool themselves through their feet. We are the advocates and keepers of our pet’s safety. They have no choice and no voice, so be aware, be safe, and stay cool.

Caroline O’Sullivan D.V.M, M.S. is the founder of Holistic Veterinary Care and Acupuncture Center, LLC. holisticvetservices.com

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Find and build consensus on controversial energy issues • Implement a functional and mutually beneficial energy plan • Create a better business environment for energy investment and project development

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o quote Abraham Lincoln, “You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.” This holds true for various issues in Arizona, many of which are related to energy policy. We are at a critical juncture where strong leadership by Arizona’s policymakers will be required to resolve these issues today in such a way that maximizes the benefits to Arizona tomorrow and beyond. The winner of the next gubernatorial race in Arizona will play a key role in determining how we ultimately measure up to this important task.

The leadership displayed through the executive branch sets the tone for policy in other branches of government.

For instance, a governor who sets out consistent policy with clear goals and measures for success will help create a more unified political landscape. There have been several recent issues, such as deregulation and net metering, which have highlighted the fact that resolving these issues will require a governor who is able to find and build consensus on controversial issues. There are critical changes being made with respect to the region’s dependence on coal resources due to the EPA’s more stringent regulation of carbon emissions, forcing the utilities and industry stakeholders to take a hard look at what the future will hold for their energy mix.

Finding common ground to resolve these issues is not a simple task, but it must be done to allow Arizona to continue its critical role in the region’s energy market. The West is prime for energy development, in both traditional and renewable technologies, and Arizona is competing for business that will go to other states if the appropriate policies are not in place to be competitive. While the gubernatorial race can be partisan, the policies related to energy development cannot be made in a partisan environment. The next governor will be tasked with implementing an energy plan that works in the real world, and benefits both the providers and users of energy. The next governor will need to focus on creating a better business environment to attract investment and allow projects to be developed, while avoiding an imbalance of equities that can result in an unstable market that thwarts growth instead of encouraging it. The expansion of the energy sector also provides greater diversity and security for the state’s economy that has traditionally depended heavily on real estate development.

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JOB OPENING: Arizona Governor

While Arizona’s governmental leadership is important, it is also important that those consumers who want to maintain stable electricity rates while expanding and diversifying our energy sector become engaged, attend meetings being held for the candidates, and vote in the primary and general elections.

The Arizona Energy Consortium (AEC), through its Arizona Energy Roadmap and other initiatives, promotes collaboration in the industry for growth and retention of energy companies; promotes economic development initiatives that support the energy industry and continued technological development; provides a credible, member-driven voice for Arizona’s energy industry; and provides meaningful input into the long-term strategic planning for the industry. The success of the AEC’s objectives are influenced by the executive branch of Arizona’s government and can only be fully realized if a clear path is defined by such leadership.

The AEC views the gubernatorial race as extremely important and will continue to act as both a resource and a forum for the candidates to share their messages – both before and after the election. Now more than ever, the new governor will be critical to paving the future of Arizona’s energy sector.

Arizona has the opportunity to become an energy hub, but can only achieve this with true leadership. Now is the time to empower the right candidate.

Michelle De Blasi, Gammage & Burnham PLC, and Chris Davey, EnviroMission, are committee co-chairs of the Arizona Energy Consortium. aztechcouncil.org

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THE EMULATION OF NATURE’S GENIUS

BY JOE ZAZZERA

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ast month as part of a design research project, I stumbled across a jojoba plant. Having grown up in the Sonoran Desert, I was familiar with the plant but never thought about the strategies it had developed to survive the harsh desert climate. It turns out that jojoba is the poster child for desert survival. Its small, physically paired, vertical leaves have adapted to extreme desert heat in an interesting way.

During the middle of the day when the sun is most intense, the sun hits only the small vertical edges of the leaves and none of the flat parts. Conversely, in the early morning and late afternoon, the leaf position allows more direct sunlight on the leaves for photosynthesis and creates self-shading by one of the paired leaves. This process creates better efficiency and less desiccation. Jojoba have naturally occurring sunken stomata that increase the leaf boundary layer and help maintain an efficient transpiration rate. The sunken structure of the leaf combined with fine leaf hairs trap a layer of non-moving air, slowing the rate of transpiration. This strategy effectively reduces moisture loss and conserves precious resources.

Observing functional strategies of desert organisms helps us to understand how to survive and flourish in the ecosystem in which we live. Translating these strategies to design is known as biomimicry. The Sonoran Desert is the most vegetated

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desert in the world, with more than 2,000 plant species. It is rich in life and organisms, all of which have learned to survive very well. Through biomimicry, humans can learn not only to survive in the desert, but also to thrive.

Biomimicry begins by observing life in the natural world and studying how organisms solve certain functional problems in the context of where they live. By educating ourselves about nature’s problem-solving processes, we can learn to apply those strategies to human design challenges. In its simplest form, biomimicry is taking inspiration and recipes from nature and applying it to design—it is the conscious emulation of nature’s genius.

Janine Benyus is a biologist, writer and author of Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature. In 1998, she co-founded the Biomimicry Guild along with biologist Dayna Baumeister. The Biomimicry 3.8 organization is both a non-profit and a social enterprise dedicated to providing biomimicry education and working with innovators in solving human design problems using the brilliance of nature. The non-profit arm of Biomimicry 3.8 is responsible for the development of AskNature.org, an online database of design solutions found in nature.

Eastgate Centre, Harare, Zimbabwe

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TERMITE MOUNDS INSPIRE COOLING SYSTEM FOR HIGH-RISE Architect Mick Pearce used biomimicry when designing Eastgate Centre, a multilevel office building located in Harare, Zimbabwe. By looking to nature, he focused on how termites efficiently build their tower-like mounds. Termites have leaned how to keep their habitat a constant 87 degrees farenheit through the use of a funnel system that captures desert breezes and traps them in moist, cool subterranean chambers. As the cooler air is redistributed, warmer air is released through the top of the mound. Pearce’s design uses fans to capture the cool air and moves it through and under the office floors during the heat of the day. This unique design eliminated the need for a central air conditioning system, saving the initial costs of integrating the air conditioning system. Additionally, the building is cooled at one-tenth the operating cost of a traditional office building.

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BUTTERFLY WINGS TO CELL PHONE DISPLAYS The Qualcomm Company has been a great advocate of biomimicry thinking in creating its Mirasol cell phone display.

Qualcomm has developed the technology that has created a display that mimics the way that butterfly wings create color. Butterflies, through the use of structure, reflect specific wavelengths of light. Their wings are made of scales that have ridges and sloping levels of structure. It is the interference and the bounce-back cancellation of these wavelengths that create vivid colors. Structural color can also be seen in abalone shells and peacock feathers. By using nature’s technology rather than toxic chemicals, high pressures or high heat to create color, Qualcomm has evolved strategies using life-friendly processes.

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SAGUARO CACTI SHADING PRACTICES IMPROVE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS Saguaro stomata are little pores in their skin that open and close to collect carbon dioxide. The photosynthesis process can be difficult because as the pores open, the cactus loses water. Because of this, the stomata are closed in the daytime and open during the night.

The Minister of Municipal Affairs & Agriculture building in Doha, Qatar, mimics the skin of the saguaro. Hundreds of smart shades open and close depending on the intensity of the sun, thereby saving precious energy.

Sonoran desert cacti varieties stay cool and enhance heat radiation through the use of pleats and ribs as shading mechanisms. Through this strategy they maintain their physical integrity and are protected from the harsh factors of the desert.

In downtown Phoenix, the University of Arizona Health Sciences Education Building developed an exterior cladding skin inspired by the rib folds of the saguaro cactus. The self-shading nature of the saguaro ribs aid in cooling and energy efficiency.

In response to lessons learned by connecting with the Sonoran Desert, architect Arnold Swanborn recognized that observing how plants and animals have adapted to our environment could impact his architectural designs.

Senita cacti outside the U of A Health Sciences Education Building. Photo by Tina Franco

Organisms never stop innovating. When their habitat conditions change, they adapt and evolve. As humans, we have not been as good at adapting to change. We are innovators and pretty good designers, but most of us are not quite adept at looking to nature for sustainable design solutions. Nature’s laboratory has been creating efficient designs and processes for

3.8 billion years. Compared to our short time on the planet, the wisdom of nature far surpasses anything the industrial revolution could have to offer. Famed biologist E.O. Wilson has coined this century the “century of biology.” Through the observation of natural systems and by emulating those lessons, we can create a living future.

Joe Zazzera is a certifi ed biomimicry specialist, LEED AP ID+C accredited green roof professional, GRP, and founding principal in Plant Solutions, Inc. plantsolutions.com For more information, check out asknature.org or biomimicry.net

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THE INSPIRING LEGACY OF RAY ANDERSON

BY ANTON G. CAMAROTA, PHD

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ay Anderson is an unlikely pioneer of sustainability. Born in 1934, he graduated with honors from the Georgia Institute of Technology’s School of Industrial and Systems Engineering in 1956. In 1973, Ray founded a carpet company that would produce the first free-lay carpet tiles in America. This company, Interface, has today become the world’s largest producer of modular floor coverings. The company sells its products in more than 110 countries and operates manufacturing facilities on four continents.

Despite this traditional career path and his untimely death in 2011, Ray has gifted the world with an extraordinary sustainability legacy that continues to inspire countless thousands of industry leaders today. In 1994, Ray had an epiphany while reading Paul Hawken’s book The Ecology of Commerce. The idea of the death of birth hit him hard, like “a spear in the chest” and quite literally changed his life overnight. He suddenly realized the enormous negative impacts that his manufacturing operations were having on the Earth’s ecosystems.

He embarked upon what he termed his “third life,” where he was called upon to lead the human population away from the abyss of man-made ecological collapse.

To start off this new life, as CEO of Interface he committed the company to embark upon a journey to climb what he termed “Mt. Sustainability,” and to become the first restorative business in the world.

In his vision, the company would reach sustainability first, and then become restorative – putting back more than it took. His strategy was to reduce, reuse, reclaim, recycle, redesign, adopt best practices, and advance and share these practices industry-wide.

This strategy continues today with the company’s Mission Zero commitment: its promise “to eliminate any negative impact Interface has on the environment by 2020.” To accomplish this mission, company managers perform a continuous assessment of operating processes and carpet materials to determine how to increase resource productivity while eliminating waste and toxic ingredients.

How successful has this journey been over the past decade? The results from Interface’s recent annual reports speak for themselves: • Interface has a goal to be powered by 100 percent renewable energy.

As of 2012, seven of nine factories operated with 100 percent renewable electricity, and 36 percent total energy use was from renewable sources.

• Interface reduced manufacturing greenhouse gas emissions per unit of product by 41 percent from 1996 to 2012 through diverse strategies including process efficiencies, energy efficiencies (such as lighting and equipment replacement), fuel switching, and use of renewable energy.

• Waste reduction efforts have resulted in an 84 percent decrease in total waste to landfills from Interface carpet factories since 1996.

• Interface has planted more than 144,000 trees to neutralize the carbon emissions from business-related air travel since 1997.

• Interface matches employee contributions to purchase tree plantings that neutralize carbon emissions from their commutes. More than 57,000 trees have been planted since this program began in 2002.

• Interface’s TacTiles installation system eliminates the need for toxic glue when installing carpet tiles, saving about 3 ounces of material per square yard of installation.

• As of 2012, 49 percent of Interface’s raw materials were recycled and biobased.

• As of 2012, Interface decreased water intake per unit of product by 81 percent since 1996.

In his book Business Lessons from a Radical Industrialist he wrote, “We are all part of the continuum of humanity and the web of life in general. We will have lived our brief span and either helped or hurt that continuum, that web, and the Earth that sustains all life. Which will it be? It’s your call.”

Your call, indeed.

Dr. Camarota is Executive Director of Tellari, an Arizona-based research and educational organization dedicated to helping business leaders build sustainable companies. anton@tellari.com tellari.com

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GREEN IN THE NEWS JULIE ANN WRIGLEY DONATES $25 MILLION TO ASU SCHOOL OF SUSTAINABILITY Philanthropist Julie Ann Wrigley recently invested $25 million in Arizona State University’s Global Institute of Sustainability.

Wrigley had previously donated $15 million to the institute in 2004 and an additional $10 million in 2007. According to ASU President Michael Crow, Wrigley’s investments have been instrumental in developing the nationally recognized institute. “ASU and Julie Wrigley have been dedicated partners in building the nation’s most comprehensive program in sustainability teaching, learning and discovery,” says Crow, “and we could not have done it without her generous investment and leadership.” Wrigley believes her most Photo courtesy of Arizona State University recent donation will lead to further growth and innovation in the field of sustainability. In light of her longstanding dedication to sustainability, the institute will be renamed as the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability. sustainability.asu.edu ALLIANCE RESIDENTIAL’S MICHAEL D’ANDREA USGBC GREEN CHAMPION OF THE MONTH The Arizona chapter of the United States Green Building Council announced that Michael D’Andrea is its May Green Champion of The Month. D’Andrea, an architect with Phoenix-based Alliance Residential Company, is deeply committed to responsible, eco-conscious construction practices. After receiving the award, D’Andrea said, “I believe that the built environment is responsible to respond to the natural environment and its surroundings. As an architect/developer/builder, applying green building principals in our designs and construction of ‘built space’ should be a true mandate of our vocation, also to conserve energy and our world’s natural resources.”

Properties currently managed by D’Andrea are LEED Platinum certified. allresco.com REGREEN SOLAR COMPLETES RECORD SOLAR INSTALLATION California based ReGreen Corporation completed one of the largest solar installation projects of the decade earlier this month. ReGreen, which develops commercial and residential energy solutions, retrofitted 34 apartment complexes operated

by Goldrich & Kest Industries. ReGreen CEO Kevin Refoua believes the project has numerous environmental and financial benefits. Refoua stated recently, “We were able to create a massive reduction in Goldrich & Kest’s energy costs. In fact, approximately 84 percent of their investment will be recovered by the end of year one, thanks to the 30 percent federal solar tax credit, depreciation and utility rebates. By leveraging solar technology as an investment, Goldrich & Kest increased their net profits and realize substantial savings for years to come.” The solar installations could reduce the total energy usage of the company by 70 percent. regreencorp.com

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Accounts for emotional needs of investors Accounts for internal conditions

Discounts social and regulatory problems Rational model doesn’t account for emotion

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THE SUSTainaBiliTY Of inVESTinG

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s someone interested in sustainable investing, you probably have sought to get good returns while supporting companies that have shown their ability to contribute to the sustainability of the planet.

To achieve these goals you have probably utilized a classic investment theory developed by Harry Markowitz more than 60 years ago. You may not have heard of Markowitz, but you probably have followed his advice to diversify your portfolio.

He believed different types of stocks respond differently to changing market conditions. Some will go up faster when the market goes up and some will go down slower when the market goes down. By diversifying your portfolio with different stocks you reduce the risk of losing all of your wealth and reduce your portfolio’s volatility.

This theory has led to a “buy and hold” strategy that many investors follow. You learned to buy and hold because you were told it’s the best way to reduce volatility and get a good return. This “buy and hold” strategy is also a reflection of an extension of Markowitz theory called Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM). The model maintains it is possible to make a rational determination of the fair-market value of a stock.

As you may have experienced during the housing and stock market crisis of 2007-2008, the equity markets are not always rational or efficient. Greed, fear and high-frequency trading often can trump the rational brain, so markets can become irrational and volatile.

Recently, the “buy and hold” strategy has come under criticism from the field of behavioral finance/neuroscience. One

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area of criticism is that diversified portfolios go down when the market suffers a deep correction. At a time when short-selling might help a portfolio’s return, the individual investor has been led to believe that short-selling adds risk. In fact, short-selling can help reduce risk.

The second area of criticism is that Markowitz theory and CAPM exclude consideration of the broader social and regulatory environment when making investment decisions.

This means, for example, that the effects of the deregulation of the financial services industry in 1999 would and have been discounted or ignored as a potential problem for investors.

The answer to these two issues is to rely on a model of investment management that is more adaptive to market conditions. This model seeks to integrate market data in a way that neuroscience has demonstrated people need to make good investment decisions. This more adaptive model reduces emotions and takes into account internal market conditions, such as technical data, and external environmental issues, such as global warming and geopolitical conflicts. This approach is both more organic and sustainable as an investment process because it accounts for the financial markets, the external environment, and the internal emotional needs of the individual investor. It will give investors the tools they need to recognize and manage both the external and the psychological factors that can impede their success.

Ken Edwins ChFC is a financial services representative and senior financial planner with Sonoran Ridge Wealth Management, an office of Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Metlife.com L0514374662[exp0515][AZ]

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HYBriD HELp TIPS TO KEEP VEHICLES RUNNING SMOOTHLY

BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON

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et’s face it—the automotive industry is not usually the first to come to mind when you think about eco-friendly businesses.

But because of hybrid vehicles, always-evolving technology, and environmental mandates, it’s an industry that’s continuously becoming more eco-conscious.

Like traditional cars, hybrid vehicles come in all shapes and sizes. In fact, hybrid simply means that the vehicle uses two or more separate power sources. Maintaining them, however, requires additional consideration. Nathan Merrill, a member of NARPRO and owner of Good Works Auto Repair, LLC and The Hybrid Shop in Tempe, notes that hybrid owners should seek out specific expertise when looking for auto repair professionals.

“Hybrid owners should look for a mechanic who is a qualified [hybrid] specialist,” Merrill says. “Hybrid systems contain high-voltage components that could seriously hurt someone who doesn’t know what they are doing.”

What are some differences that hybrid owners should be aware of?

Merrill names a few hybrid-specific concerns:

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BRAKES Brake calipers should be serviced or lubricated before the brakes wear out. Brake pad wear is much slower on hybrids so the caliper slides should be lubricated periodically, probably around 60,000 miles.

TIRES Hybrids come equipped with low-rolling-resistance tires. Putting the wrong replacement tires on can decrease fuel mileage by about 2 to 4 miles per gallon.

BATTERIES Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries found in most hybrids degrade over time. This will decrease the performance/efficiency of your hybrid. Battery conditioning will extend the life of the battery and improve performance.

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Chris Callihan, operations manager at Wilhelm Automotive/The Hybrid Shop in Goodyear, adds more details about this unique battery conditioning process.

“At some point all batteries fail—hybrid batteries are no different,” Callihan explains. “For vehicles with nickel metal hydride, there is a conditioning process that can be done at around 100,000 miles or so that can prolong the life of the battery. If you never service your transmission, eventually it will break and you will have to buy a new one. Same thing with NiMH hybrid batteries.”

When it comes to specific brands of hybrids, Merrill notes that Honda batteries often suffer due to lack of cooling. He gives details about a unique local solution: “The Hybrid Shop has developed a fan kit which lowers the battery temp 12 to 20 degrees. That is a huge improvement. If you have a Gen I or Gen II Civic, we can add this to your car and significantly reduce the stress on your battery.”

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GREEN TIPS FOR NON-HYBRID CARS Not everyone can drive a hybrid, but there are several things all car owners can do to make their cars as ecofriendly as possible. Here are a few pointers: • Maintain your vehicle. Callihan says to keep tire pressure at manufacturer specifi cations. Keep engine air fi lter clean. Remove any excess weight from the vehicle.

• Practice good driving habits. Refrain from quick takeoffs from a stop, Callihan says. Start slowing down sooner when coming to a stoplight. No speeding. Avoid long idle times. Use cruise control whenever possible.

• Keep your car for as long as possible. “The most ecofriendly thing you can do is keep your car going as long as possible,” says Merrill. “The manufacturing of a new car creates more emissions than your car ever will.”

• Pay attention. Don’t ignore the check engine light, Merrill advises. “Its primary role in life is to keep the car’s emissions low,” he notes.

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Early in the summer, don’t miss the blooms of the Arizona barrel cactus (Ferocactus wizlizenii) and red torch cactus (Echinopsis huascha). Photo by Dick Trelease

SUMMER PLANT CARE IN THE LOW DESERT

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nlike summers in other parts of our country, this season in Arizona motivates residents to find an indoor retreat. Even if you are an avid gardener, this is the time of the year when you can take a step back, slow your pace and appreciate the multitude of desert plants currently in bloom. Doing so can also allow you to view your garden from a different perspective and give you time to evaluate which plants are thriving, which should be replaced, and any design or additional plant needs you may have.

WATER IT RIGHT Many native and desert-adapted plant species have developed adaptations to cope with life in the desert; however, your plants may still need help during the hottest months of the year—especially those that have been recently planted. If you planted trees and/or bushes last fall or during spring, these plants haven’t fully established in your garden and will need extra attention during their first summer. The key is proper irrigation to avoid drought stress.

Although some plants will normally wilt during the hottest time of the day, if wilting persists through cooler portions of the day or night and you spot curling and yellowing of the leaves, this can be a sign that your plants are suffering from

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water stress. Look for these signs and provide supplemental irrigation for plants showing drought stress.

For plants that are already established in your landscape, proper irrigation during summer months will allow them to thrive in your yard and be less vulnerable to pests. This is the time when you should review your watering schedule and ensure your plants are getting the appropriate amount of water. While irrigation frequency, quantity and timing varies according to soil type and condition, microclimate, plant species needs and other factors, there are general guidelines established for irrigation of established native and desertadapted plants. The following is the watering schedule recommended by the Desert Botanical Garden for established trees and shrubs (those which have been in the landscape for more than five years) according to the local temperature.

WATERING SCHEDULE: ESTABLISHED TREES & SHRUBS TEMPERATURE (F) 90 – 100 degrees Over 100 degrees Over 108 degrees

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SHRUBS Every 3 weeks Every 2 weeks Once a week

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When irrigating native and desert-adapted plants, it is important to allow the soil to dry out completely between irrigation cycles. If you have a drip irrigation system, allow the system to run for two hours on each watering. Especially for trees, deeper soakings (at least 3 feet) will allow the development of a better root system that is more droughttolerant and structurally stable. Another recommendation is to run the system during periods of the day where the temperature is lowest; this will reduce the amount of irrigation water lost through evaporation—especially when using a sprinkler system.

SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE VIEW Whereas irrigation is crucial during the summer, there are other gardening maintenance practices that should be avoided during this time. If not needed for safety reasons, pruning should be avoided in the summer, as any changes in leaf coverage can lead to a higher sun exposure to the trunk and branches and lead to sunburned tissue. Fertilization should also be avoided at this time, because the build-up of salts in the soil and lack of rain can lead to root burn. Moreover, even

when properly irrigated for fertilization needs, fertilized plants can exhibit rapid growth resulting in tissue that is tender and vulnerable to excessive heat and solar exposure.

If you still want to work on your garden through the summer, this is the perfect time to observe and strategize for the coming planting season in late fall. Take notes of which plants are thriving in your yard and which ones may need to be replaced. You may also want to increase shade, add a vegetable garden, create a seating or entertainment area, or even install landscape lighting that will feature your favorite plant. Head outside during the earliest times of sunlight in the day (don’t forget to apply sunscreen) as well as during the night, and take notes according to your wishes and observations. Then, find an indoor retreat where you can view your yard – this is where you can look at your notes, research, and brainstorm on solutions to accomplish your goals. With careful planning in the summer, you will be ready for the fall planting season.

Luana Vargas is an ISA Board Certifi ed Master Arborist and works for the Desert Botanical Garden as their program director for adult education.

Photo by of Adam Rodriguez

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GIRLS AND THE HIDDEN BENEFITS OF SUMMER CAMP RESEARCH REINFORCES THE NEED FOR OUTDOOR PROGRAMMING AS A MEANS OF BUILDING DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS THAT LAST A LIFETIME

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he way boys and girls see failure is central to their potential for success. And boys and girls often view failure very differently.

Studies have shown that when a group of girls collectively attempts a challenge and they fail, each girl tends to see herself as the reason for that failure. On the contrary, if the challenge is overcome, girls tend to credit the group for that success. The opposite is true for boys.

These findings tell a hard truth, says outdoor education expert Denise Mitten, graduate chairwoman of Adventure Education at Prescott College in Arizona.

“What we would like is a balance to learn when to take accountability for our failures, and for our successes,” says Mitten, a former Girl Scout who believes outdoor education can help girls find that balance.

Mitten has worked for 47 years in outdoor education, first as the owner of an adventure travel company for women and later in academia. She believes that outdoor programming teaches girls how to live a healthy lifestyle, become more competent, build confidence and create a positive body image.

In a culture that is addicted to achievements and outcomes, it is crucial to highlight the value of skill building. “We want to draw that line from learning a skill, to being competent, to being successful, rather than merely accomplishment,” Mitten says. She adds that competency fosters deep self-esteem and confidence, while the rush that comes with an accomplishment is generally temporary.

Mitten spent her summers at Girl Scout camp and has seen the benefits of outdoor programming in an all-girl environment first-hand.

The challenges that girls are presented with at Girl Scout summer camp contribute to girls learning skills that translate to real-life success. For instance, imagine a girl on an overnight canoe trip. She has to practice the courage it takes to embark on an unfamiliar adventure and the willingness to try new things, all while cooperating with fellow campers to achieve a shared goal. These skills are easily transferrable to life experiences like going away to college, starting a new job or leading a group project.

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Furthermore, Mitten says spending about three hours per week on outdoor activities has a significant impact on body image.

“Essentially, women redefine what it means to be attractive.

When your body can complete a physical task, you tend to be happier with your body, leading to a more positive body image,” Mitten says.

Additional benefits of nature come through what experts call unstructured play. This is unscheduled time, where a child is able to be outside, relying on her or his imagination for entertainment. Many research studies have shown that it leads to positive physical, cognitive and emotional brain development.

“We now know this unstructured play triggers happy hormones and the relaxed alpha brainwaves, which have been linked to increased memory, creativity and ability to learn.

This is known as the inoculation effect,” Mitten explains, “and research shows that it is present after just one week of summer camp and has cumulative effects over time, even if just once a year.”

As research about the benefits of camp continues to accumulate, the need for quality, affordable programs rises too. The local Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is offering hundreds of programs June through August at three properties in Payson and Prescott. Among the most affordable camps in the state, the council is committed to making camp accessible for all families through camp scholarships. To get your daughter started on a transformative camp experience, visit camplikeagirlscout.com.

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s the heat of summer intensifies, plan an escape to Northern Arizona to see our state’s amazing wildlife.

The diverse landscape provides habitat for an abundance of plants, mammals, birds, reptiles and insects. Travelers may discover pronghorn, elk, red-tailed hawks, prairie dogs, coyotes or buffalo.

The Arizona Watchable Wildlife Experience (AWWE) has information to make your retreat from the heat more memorable. The website, azwatchwildlife.com, lists the 30 best wildlife-viewing spots in Northern Arizona along with information regarding the history, habitat and wildlife of each site.

The AWWE leads a limited number of guided tours, and will soon have audio tours available for each location. Jessica Gist of AWWE says the network of locations is owned and managed by several different entities, each with its own regulations. Anyone visiting the area should first check the website to see if there are any specific restrictions or guidelines as well as directions, a list of amenities, hours of availability and safety information.

Here are some of Gist’s best summer viewing spots and the wildlife that may be encountered at each. Although some of these sites are off the beaten path, Gist says they are well worth the visit.

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Rogers Lake County Natural Area This seasonal wetland provides habitat for wintering bald eagles, foraging Mexican spotted owls, pronghorn, elk and deer.

Pronghorn, photo courtesy of U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Mountain-Prairie Region

Coyote, photo by Jitze Couperus

Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Trail This area showcases diverse habitats, from pine forest to grassy meadow, attracting deer, coyotes, badgers and shorthorned lizards. The loop trail features interpretive signs that will help you spot indicators of common species.

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Mormon Lake Overview and Scenic Loop Drive For unparalleled views and opportunities to see hundreds of elk in the meadow, this is the spot. The cliff face creates an aerial playground for raptors and songbirds. Anderson Mesa stretches east and provides habitat for pronghorns.

Mule deer, photo by Vince Alfaro

Lamar Haines Wildlife Area This 160-acre wildlife area on Agassiz Peak showcases high elevation mixed conifer forest, aspen stands, meadows and natural springs. The area provides habitat for mule deer, elk, Mexican spotted owls, and a wide range of songbirds, making this a popular birding site.

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BY MELANIE ALBERT

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or the last several years, I have been educating former NFL players about cooking simple, healthy, tasty meals. The ultimate goal is to enjoy food and live a healthy lifestyle for long-term health. We teach the basics of good nutrition and healthy cooking while guiding the former players to create their own recipes that incorporate their favorite foods. The focus is eating whole foods with local, organic, in-season ingredients. Here are three former NFL players’ favorite recipes: “good plant protein” hummus; “good fat” avocado salsa, and a simple roots and greens stir-fry.

ROOTS AND GREENS STIR-FRY The signature ingredients in John Bronson’s first-ever stirfry include a range of several different types of greens, which are important for bone health and are cleansing and detoxifying; beta-carotene-rich sweet potatoes; and a variety of nuts and seeds, which are rich in fat and protein and important to reduce inflammation in the body. iNGreDieNTs rOOTs 2 sweet potatoes 1 bunch red radishes 4-5 purple carrots 1 small onion 3-4 cloves of fresh garlic GreeNs 3-4 collard greens leaves ½ bunch dandelion greens 3-4 dinosaur kale leaves 3-4 small bok choy leaves 1 small bunch of broccoli 3-4 scallions

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NUTs AND seeDs About ¼ cup of each: sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts HerBs AND OTHer ¼ bunch basil ¼ bunch cilantro 3-4 Tbsp. organic extra virgin olive oil Sea salt to taste

DirecTiONs 1. Pre-heat sauté pan on low, or wok on medium-high for about 10 minutes.

2. Add olive oil to pan.

3. Add aromatics: garlic and onions.

4. Stir-fry for a few minutes.

5. If using a sauté pan, increase heat to medium-high.

6. Add most dense roots (carrots and beets) that need to cook the longest and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.

7. Add other roots (sweet potatoes and radishes), and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.

8. Add water to steam and cover.

9. When almost finished cooking, add chopped greens and aromatic herbs (such as basil, cilantro) to taste, and stir-fry for about 3 more minutes. Add nuts and seeds, and stir-fry for about 1 more minute. Plate it and serve.

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SUPER SIMPLE ORGANIC HUMMUS This is the hummus recipe we served at the VIP Tailgate Party at Super Bowl XLIV in Miami. It’s an all-time favorite with the former players and sports fans as an appetizer or snack, or it can be added to the avocado wrap or even a cold stir-fry.

Post-workout tip: Eat soon after intense exercise, and eat approximately 50 percent protein with good carbs and minimal fat. iNGreDieNTs 2 cups cooked or canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans) with kombu seaweed 1/3 cup chickpea water 3 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste or sesame seeds) 3 cloves fresh garlic 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice ¼ tsp. black pepper 1/8 tsp. cumin 1/8 tsp. coriander (seeds from cilantro)

DirecTiONs 1. Blend all ingredients in high-speed blender or food processor until smooth.

2. After the hummus has been blended, taste and add any more of the ingredients to your taste.

3. Add any of the following and blend again: Cilantro, dill, sautéed onions and garlic, sun-dried tomatoes or olives. Remember, you can make hummus with any kind of beans. Once you know how to make this basic hummus, try making it with black beans or navy beans.

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ORGANIC AVOCADO WRAP This simple, delicious “good fat” avocado wrap is a complete balanced snack or lunch rich in monounsaturated fats. iNGreDieNTs 4 avocados 4 heirloom or 12 cherry tomatoes 4 green onions 12 olives 2 celery stalks 4 carrots 4 small cucumbers DirecTiONs 1. Chop and mix all ingredients.

2. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

3. Add salt to taste.

1 cup cooked garbanzo beans ¼ cup cilantro or basil to taste 4 cloves fresh garlic Juice of 1 fresh lemon 4 sprouted grain tortilla wraps Sea salt to taste

4. Wrap all ingredients in a tortilla.

Recipes and photos courtesy of Melanie Albert, author of “Enjoy Food & Life” and owner of Experience Nutrition. 9Ways90Days.com

THE REJUVENATOR JUICE Coconut water is loaded with electrolytes and the lycopene in tomatoes can actually help with faster muscle recovery. iNGreDieNTs 1 cup coconut water ½ lemon, peeled 1 vine-ripened tomato

½ cucumber ½ cup cilantro

DirecTiONs 1. Cut produce into pieces to fit your juicer’s feed tube.

2. Juice all ingredients and stir.

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GREEN SCENES FOOD TRUCK CARAVAN Saturdays, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Fifth Avenue and Goldwater, Scottsdale Experience food, live music and community fun in Scottsdale.

Gourmet food trucks offer local cuisine. The event is free (food is not) and showcases local artists and vendors.

480-251-1769 foodtruckcaravan.com

U-PICK PRODUCE Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 8 a.m. - noon Tolmachoff Farms 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale Join Tolmachoff Farms in their u-pick days throughout June.

Prices vary depending on the crop.

602-999-3276 tolmachoff-farms.com

MADE IN TEMPE Through August 24, Tuesdays - Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m.

Tempe History Museum 809 E. Southern Ave., Tempe View an exhibit that features historical and current products manufactured and produced in Tempe. Admission is free.

480-350-5115 tempe.gov/museum

TWILIGHT GARDEN TOURS Through Aug. 28, 5 - 8 p.m.

Tucson Botanical Garden 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson Escape the heat and tour the Tucson Botanical Garden during twilight hours.

520-326-9686 tucsonbotanical.org

CONCERTS IN THE PARK June 5, 7 - 9 p.m.

Freestone Park Amphitheatre 1045 E. Juniper Ave., Gilbert Adrenaline, a local band playing a mix of hit music from the 60s to today, will perform at this free outdoor concert.

480-503-6200 gilbertaz.gov/concerts

JUNTEENTH CELEBRATION: JAZZ SPLASH June 7, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. and June 8, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Arcosanti Near Cordes Junction at exit 263 on I-17 and Hwy. 69 This two-day music festival brings together jazz, gospel and blues to celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation. Headliners include saxophonist Charles McPherson, bassist Harrison Bankhead and pianist/vocalist Ray Brown, Jr. 928-632-7135 arcosanti.org

SUMMER SPLASH TOUR June 7, 14, 21, 28, and July 5, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Gilbert, Chandler, Peoria, Glendale, and Queen Creek This free day of play allows children and adults to have fun while learning about water safety and conservation. Enjoy dunk tanks, water slides, water balloon fights, swimming pools and lessons, and live entertainment from Radio Disney.

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CONCERT AT CATALINA PARK June 7, 7 p.m.

Catalina State Park 11570 N. Oracle Road, Tucson Annon and The Late Show perform jazz and rhythm and blues for an audience under the stars.

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FLAGSTAFF HULLABALOO

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June 7, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and June 8, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Wheeler Park 212 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff This festival features music, food, bike parade, giant puppets, and circus performances. Proceeds benefit Grand Canyon Youth, Flagstaff Foodlink and Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra.

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GARDEN FLASHLIGHT TOURS

BIRDS OF TOHONO CHUL WALKING TOUR

Through August 30, Thursdays and Saturdays, 7 - 9 p.m.

Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix Take a self-paced tour along the main trail of the gardens with discovery stations along the way. Bring your own flashlight.

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June 11, 8:30 a.m.

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson Visit Tohono Chul for a guided walking tour to view birds and learn about Sonoran Desert ecology.

520-742-6455 tohonochulpark.org

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DR. JOHN DEMARTINI’S SECRETS OF A FULFILLING LIFE

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June 12, noon - 1:30 p.m. power networking lunch series Roka Akor, 7299 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale 7 - 9:30 p.m. Talk and book signing New Vision Center for Spiritual Living 18010 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix Meet best-selling author Dr. John Demartini and learn about his new book “The Values Factor: The Secret to Creating an Inspired and Fulfi lling Life.” Learn to achieve success by celebrating reality, awakening your genius, discovering fulfi llment, and overcoming fears.

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June 13 - 14, 6 - 9:30 p.m.

Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix Experience the Phoenix Zoo in the dark. Enjoy special animal encounters, water play areas, music, and food.

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FRIDAYS IN THE PARK June 13 and 27, 6 - 10 p.m.

Civic Space Park 424 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Experience live concert performances, movie showings and art.

Mega Radio 104.3 DJs will have giveaways at each event.

602-262-7424 phoenix.gov/parks

THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION JEROME INDIE FILM AND MUSIC FESTIVAL June 12 - 15 Jerome North on Hwy. 89A, between Prescott and Sedona Experience the second annual Indie festival in Jerome. This event features local Indie bands, fi lms, food and camping.

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June 14, 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Yoga Pura 15440 N. 7th St., Suite 1, Phoenix By changing your thoughts, you can change your entire experience in life. This workshop will provide an enlightening experience and an opportunity to grow.

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Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix Enjoy live music from The Swingtips, food, and a bar on the Ullman Terrace stage.

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June 21, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and June 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Coconino County Fairgrounds 2446 Ft. Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff Shoppers have two days to peruse an eclectic collection of vintage, modern, antique, upcycled and repurposed goods.

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What man cave would be complete without salty snacks to pig out on while watching the game? We’re not talking about piles of bacon or air-propelled cheese – you want to live long enough to enjoy the cave, don’t you? We took the guesswork out and stuffed our faces with five creative and “healthy-ish” snacks to find out which is worthy of a macho grotto.

365 EVERYDAY VALUE | ORGANIC ONION RINGS HE SAID: I’ve been eating these onion ring snacks since I learned about junk food. They are very tasty and extremely addicting. Leaving me alone with a bag of these would be a bad idea. They don’t really taste like real onion rings though. More like cheesy garlic and onion puffs.

SHE SAID: I suppose these are the “healthy” version of the beloved Funyuns. They were crispy, crunchy, with plenty of salty-oniony zest. The flavor was a bit overwhelming. Great in theory, but I’ll take the real thing instead.

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PRESSELS | EVERYTHING HE SAID: I wasn’t a big fan of these everything pretzel chips for two reasons. One: it must be hard to fit “everything” on a one-inch pretzel chip because I only found a couple in the bag that actually had “everything” on them. Most of these are just sesame and poppy seed pretzels chips. Two: As a fully grown man, I refuse to call pretzels “Pressels.”

SHE SAID: I’m so confused! Is it a pretzel? Bagel? Pizza? Cookie?

Because I swear somehow I tasted all those things in the first bite. Looks like a flat, tiny bagel, tastes like a pizza, salty like a pretzel, and crunchy like a hard cookie. Might be better with some sour cream dip, but yeah, weirdest thing I’ve eaten in a while.

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HARDBITE | SMOKIN’ BBQ HE SAID: Wow! What an awesome, well-rounded flavor these have. BBQ chips usually just taste like sweetened ketchup, but not these. They have a well-rounded, smoky, slightly spicy, sweet BBQ flavor that was outstanding. Now if I can just get my grilled chicken to taste like these, I’d be good.

SHE SAID: With a black bag and a photo of a fire on the front, I’d be surprised not to find these in a man cave. They were kettle-style – thick and crunchy, with the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, spicy and smoky flavors. Definitely addicting!

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LATE JULY ORGANIC | DUDE RANCH HE SAID: I would figure a Dude Ranch in Late July to be pretty awful. It would be sweltering and you would have to wrangle livestock. Plus there’d be flies and it would smell terrible... Sorry, let the ol’ imagination roam there. These chips were hum drum. The ranch flavor was a bit too mellow and they had that baked slime texture.

SHE SAID: Anything called “Dude Ranch” is a shoo-in for this month’s reviews. I’d say they should have named them, “Dude, Multigrain” because the ranch flavor is too mild. I’d still choose this flavor over plain multigrain, but more sour cream and spices would be nice.

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BARBARA’S | CHEESE PUFFS BAKED ORIGINAL HE SAID: Hello sharp cheddar! Barbara must buy her cheese from some really interesting people, because there is nothing dull about it. It was a bit shocking at first bite, but once I got used to the zap, I began to really like these. Cartman would have a hard time keeping kitty off these Cheesy Poofs.

SHE SAID: More than just packing peanuts! These tangy cheese puffs are made with real (hormone-free!) cheddar and aged blue cheese and non-GMO corn. Their tangy flavor was surprising, but grew on me and it was hard to put down these toasted, cloud-like snacks.

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Mount an animal bust in your man cave to honor and admire one of nature’s beautiful creatures. Made from recycled cardboard and sourced locally, artists handcraft each sculpture with the intent to celebrate life on earth. $30 cardboardsafari.com

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This silver crystal necklace is one of the many thoughtfully handcrafted jewelry pieces by Tucson artist Paul L. Potts, owner of Paul L. Potts Creative Works. Many pieces incorporate repurposed, vintage and new old-found stock including some interesting charms and gems discovered in a New York church basement. $90 paullpottscreativeworks@ zenfolio.com

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