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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue, readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

20 MISSION: ANIMAL RESCUE Big and Small, They Need Our Help by Sandra Murphy

24 THE NEW

HEALTHY CUISINE

Good-to-Go Eats by Judith Fertig

26 LOVE YOUR GREENS! New Ways to Prepare these Nutritional Powerhouses

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by Nava Atlas

28 A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO COMPOSTING

Pick the Best Option for You

by Tracy Fernandez Rysavy

30 A TEENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GUIDE TO

THE CULTURAL GALAXY Foreign Locales Spark Deep Experiences

by April Thompson

32 THE EARTH DIET Liana Werner-Gray on Simple Eating by Lane Vail

34 POPULAR

FITNESS MYTHS

Seven Common Maxims that Can Cause Harm by Leslie Perry Duffy

37 MIND GARDENING

It Pays to Watch What Is Planted by Dennis Merritt Jones

40 LIFESAVING ACTS Protecting Animals at Home and Abroad by Sandra Murphy

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ealthy cuisine is popping up everywhere—even in remote villages in Mexico. For many years, I camped with family and friends in Mexico. The term “gluten-free” was unknown to me and Mexico back then. However, recently I went on a weekend stand up paddle board Baja trip with seven of my adventurous, fun-loving women friends. On our guided tour with Manny of Manny V Tours, we Seven of the eight Salty Sisters were escorted into the local surf areas and restaurants. What really took me by surprise was the variety of healthy food options available. Vegan and gluten-free burritos were actually part of our menu choices! Since this month’s theme also focuses on pets, I invited several healthy pet food manufacturers and retailers to participate in this month’s issue. I am amazed at how pet cuisine has evolved, especially in our area. If I were a pet, I’d want to live in San Diego. Minus the forks and knives, our beloved pets are eating like kings and queens. Healthy cuisine for the mind is equally important. We talk about all the things we put in our body. How about the thoughts we put inside ourselves? When we think healthy, we eat healthy and live healthy. Everything in moderation is a form of healthy cuisine. You know how you see a friend that looks like they aged 10 years overnight? Then you see another friend who looks 10 years younger overnight with renewed, contagious energy? It’s about what we feed our minds. Feed your mind with all the abundance of what is and don’t dwell on what isn’t or what could be. It’s a mind diet and the menu is too often out of sight and out of mind. Some of the roughest paths in my life have turned into the smoothest roads. Feed yourselves with friendship and love and delete the toxicity in your mind, body and spirit. Create a menu of love and healthy choices. Serve yourself up a life of happiness, fellow San Diegans, and watch it go global. Those wanting to live a long and healthy life should visit Farmers’ Markets regularly. The new owners of the Rancho Santa Fe Farmers’ Market, Diane Haworth and Michael Varbaek, spent years staying in “longevity villages” around the world studying the lifestyles and habits of those who were living long, healthy lives. The pair discovered a common theme that they believe is instrumental in longevity—the town square concept of a community—and they’ve incorporated those elements into their weekly market. Cheers for healthy, community-centric living!

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newsbrief Keeping Pets Healthy with Pupologie

atural pet food store, Pupologie, is celebrating 10 years of serving San Diego pets this month. The company is known for having a fun and friendly atmosphere, knowledgeable staff and an impressive collection of some of the healthiest food options on the market. “My pets make me a better person. My cats teach me to be patient and calm. My dog makes me laugh and is my partner in crime,” says Pupologie founder, Denise Clifton. “I cannot imagine a happy life without them in it. As pet parents, one of the best ways we can ensure they live long, healthy lives is by taking more responsibility for the foods we feed them.” In celebration of this milestone anniversary, Pupologie is offering a Ditch & Switch program for the entire month of March. “Customers that bring in and ditch an empty bag of any dry food purchased at a big box or grocery store will be given one new bag of food to switch to for free,” says Clifton. “We hope this program will help give folks the tools they need to start making educated choices for their pets.” In addition to the month-long promotion, Pupologie will be holding a very special Yappy Hour celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 12. There will be drawings for free food by the likes of K9 Natural, Blue Buffalo, Wild Calling and Honest Kitchen among others. From March 13-15 customers will also be able to save big on the most popular brands, treats and supplements in the store, as well as receive free gifts with purchase and win door prizes. Location: 123 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas (in the Trader Joe’s mall.) For more information, call 760-436-1226 or visit Pupologie.com.

Awaken Your Brain’s Highest Potential

earn how to awaken and ignite the brain’s highest potential at a Higher Brain Living event being held March 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hilton-San Diego in Del Mar. During Dr. Michael Cotton this presentation, attendees will watch a demonstration of this exclusive technique. They will also get a chance to learn about upcoming training and certification programs. “Research shows that 90 percent of all doctor visits today are the result of stress,” shares Dr. Michael Cotton, founder of Higher Brain Living. “Our primitive lower brains fear change. They were designed to protect us and to keep us safe and alive. Today, they encourage an unnecessary state of hyper-vigilance, stress, anxiety and fear.” According to Cotton, “Higher Brain Living creates a clear channel and powerful energy surge to the Higher Brain that opens a gateway to true, lasting, limitless and expansive higher living like no psychological, spiritual or physical healing modality on the planet.” Higher Brain Living facilitators come from all walks of life. Passionate, educated leaders in psychology, life coaching, chiropractic, acupuncture, homeopathy, yoga and other holistic fields choose Higher Brain Living because it offers them an unprecedented way to help clients change, grow, evolve and “live into” lasting peace, happiness and confidence. “These leaders have discovered their area of expertise alone is not enough to facilitate the extraordinary spiral of positive change available exclusively through Higher Brain Living,” says Cotton. “With Higher Brain Living you and your clients will experience more joy, confidence, purpose and passion.” Cost: Free if pre-registered; $97 at the door. Location: 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. For more information or to register, visit HigherBrainLivingEvents.com/san-diego.

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Healthy Pets and Healthy Skin

am always amazed at how many wonderful practitioners we have in our midst. I am equally grateful for the opportunity to share their gifts with you, my dear readers. I don’t normally select two Publisher’s Picks. However, since our theme this month is about pets and healthy cuisine, I couldn’t choose one over the other—so I chose both! This month I’m excited to highlight two local businesses: Pupologie in Encinitas and Skin Fitness, Etc. in Carlsbad. Oftentimes I think about how nice it would be to have a pet again—especially a dog. Until the time is right though, I live precariously through others who have pets. My daughter dog sits occasionally and I get an overnight dog companion from time to time. Friends often visit my home with their dogs and that, too, fills my appetite. When it comes time for me to welcome a furry family member into my home, I know exactly where I will go for my pet’s nutrition needs: Pupologie in Encinitas. Pupologie owner, Denise Clifton, is one of the most dedicated and knowledgeable business owners I’ve had the pleasure of knowing and referring my friends to. When it comes to nutrition for your skin, Charlene Handel, certified holistic esthetician and owner of Skin Fitness, Etc. is undoubtedly the crème de la crème. She uses all natural products that are so good for your skin— so good that you can literally eat some of the products. How’s that for skin cuisine? Charlene has magical hands and you’ll be able to tell in minutes just how passionate she is about holistic skin care. Pupologie is located at 123 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas (in the Trader Joe’s mall.) For more information, call 760-436-1226 or visit Pupologie.com.

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I found it — The Secret to Anti-Aging!

My cholesterol dropped by 73 points in 1 month, my husband’s morning blood sugar level dropped from 200 to 113 in 3 months, and we are feeling and looking so much YOUNGER! A few months ago, my husband’s blood sugars were out of control after years of controlling it with diet. And his skin had taken on a yellowish-grey pallor… which showed me that his liver and kidneys were also in serious trouble. I was scared! A friend stopped by, took one look at Charles, and said, “We have to get him on the Micronized Heart of Royal Purple Rice immediately!” Although I had never heard of it, I quickly said, “Get me some now.” I am so grateful that I did! Within 3 weeks his skin was pink and glowing and he was feeling so much better. I also began eating it and began noticing more energy, sounder sleep, and improved skin.

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It is so tiny and powerful that when you eat it … it does not even have to go through your digestive system — it can immediately go into the cells and energize them! Like tiny arrows, these highly charged alpha glucan chains of super nutrients can pierce cell walls and furnish the mitochondria (the cell’s battery) with fuel to create massive amounts of ATP Light Energy, so that the cells can recharge, regenerate, and function at the highest level.

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We had our blood tested and after eating this rice product for only a month, my cholesterol had dropped by 73 points! I had been taking several other natural supplements for two years to lower cholesterol to no avail, but after only one month my cholesterol dropped to normal, as did my triglycerides, and three other blood markers that had been way too high. My doctor was shocked. He said no drug would give me those quick and dramatic results! And Charles, with several medical conditions, had 10 blood markers drop significantly! My doctor said he knew of nothing that could work like that across so many body systems! “Not drugs...but real foods,” I said.

The reason so many people who are eating well and taking good supplements are still sick is ... nutrition can’t get into the cell! A recent medical study showed — more than 80% of the population is insulin resistant at some level That means that the sugars and nutrients we need for energy cannot get into the cells. (If a cell phone battery cannot be recharged — it powers down and eventually dies). If you are tired, and have dis-eases that have names … your cells are also powering down and dying. When the sugars (polysaccharides) can’t get into your cells to be used for energy, they cause another problem, too. They float around your blood stream, sticking to proteins and fats—or “glycating”. Wherever they stick they cause problems … if they stick in the bloodstream they cause hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure, in the brain they cause learning and memory issues or dementia, in the eyes—cataracts, in the skin—wrinkles. With my raw natural product you can recharge your cells and reverse the glycation and aging now!

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The basis of the product is a ancient, heirloom strain of royal purple rice that is now grown in Thailand in a pristine valley that has never seen chemicals, pesticides, or GMO’s. Then, the purple husk, which is extremely high in anthocyanin antioxidants, along with the very heart of the rice (the endosperm) is removed—this is the part that carries the super polysaccharide sugars and polypeptide amino acid building blocks. Everything else is discarded. With only the dense nutrient rice heart left — this is then milled down to the size of a micron! That’s it—that is all that’s in this amazing raw natural product.

When I shared this with my friend, Bonnie, her body used the new cellular energy to reduce her blood pressure and smooth the wrinkles from her face. Nicole’s intense pain from an accident is gone and she is off her debilitating medications. Jeff is no longer experiencing acid reflux or gout. Dee Dee’s night blindness is gone and so are her allergies. Charles morning blood sugars have dropped from 200 to 113. I am looking so much younger that someone asked me if I had a ‘procedure’ done! Even my granddaughter’s dog has gotten rid of his digestive issues because of this product. So … would you like to see what this amazing food will do for you?

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IPSB College Hosts Open House

eventspotlight Healthy Skin from the Inside Out and Outside In Lectures and workshops by Elina Fedotova; Cosmetic Chemist, Herbalist and Esthetician, President/Founder Association of Holistic Skin Care Practitioners, CEO Elina Organics

he changing dynamics of healthy skin at any age are intimately understood by Elina Fedotova, host of “Elina Skin Cuisine” segments on Good Morning America LIVE and featured holistic writer for Dermascope Spa Magazine. On April 25, 26 and 27 Fedotova will offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the world of holistic skincare and share the secrets of “Healthy Skin from the Inside Out and Outside In.” The general public is welcome on April 25. All Elina Fedotova in the lab present will receive a free skin analysis. On April 26-27, licensed estheticians can learn the most scientifically advanced holistic techniques in order to impart healthy skin to their clients. Attendees will receive a Holistic Skincare Practitioner: Level 1 certificate which will cover 12 credit hours. “We’ll discuss how imbalances within the body affect the skin and how topical skincare applications, which are really food for your body’s largest organ, are impacting your inner chemistry. I strongly believe that one must look at this complete circle in order to achieve healthy skin,” advises Fedotova. According to Fedotova, healing the skin is important to anyone who suffers from the psychological and scarring effects of serious skin issues. “The self-confidence and self-esteem of adults and teenagers are equally undermined by unhealthy skin issues,” she says. “Imagine being a teenager developing acne scarring, or a person who’s enjoyed beautiful skin much of their life developing adult acne or bacterial breakouts, acute rosacea or hyperpigmentation on the face.” “With these classes you can learn how you can reverse these skin concerns holistically yourself by ‘feeding the skin and body’ appropriate nutrients for all skin types,” adds Fedotova. For more information, email Members@HolisticSkinCarePractitioners.org. For lecture details, see ad, page 17. Watch Elina’s Fox 32 Chicago TV segment on how to incorporate aronia berries in your life. http://tiny.cc/cm9mux.

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PSB College is hosting an Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 14. Attendees will get a chance to learn more about the benefits of massage, bodywork and alternative health. The event will feature mini workshops on bodywork, tai chi and massage; seminars; entertainment and more. Light refreshments will be served. “Participants will learn more about themselves and what an education in massage and bodywork can do for them,” says Executive Director, Karen Hobson. Founded in 1977, IPSB College (International Professional School of Bodywork) is noted for commitment to excellence, the quality of its faculty and staff, and the quality of its students and graduates. The school’s multidimensional, dedicated faculty consists of visionaries, scholars and practitioners who offer the highest level of education and creative learning. The school’s curriculum is designed to integrate and harmonize the student’s body/mind and to cultivate the attitudes, techniques and skills necessary to support clients in their growth and change. Location: 9025 Balboa Ave., Ste. 130, San Diego. For more information, call 858-505-1100 or visit ipsb.edu.

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BUGS LINKED TO FACTORY FARM ANTIBIOTICS

Ginkgo Biloba Calms ADHD, Boosts Memory

esearchers from Germany’s University of Tübingen’s Center for Medicine tested the Ginkgo biloba extract EGb761 on 20 children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a clinical trial. The children were given up to 240 milligrams (mg) of the extract for between three and five weeks. Before, during and after the treatment, the scientists evaluated the children by testing the brain’s electrical activity, along with other ADHD-related tests. Those that had received the extract exhibited significant improvement in ADHD symptoms. A study from Liberty University, in Virginia, previously examined 262 adults ages 60 and over with normal memory and mental performance and found that the same Ginkgo biloba extract improved their cognitive scores. Half of the study participants were given 180 mg of the extract daily and half were given a placebo. Standardized tests and a subjective, self-reporting questionnaire found the Ginkgo resulted in significant cognitive improvements among the older adults.

Meditation Minimizes Migraines

esearchers from the Wake Forest School of Medicine found that mindfulness meditation significantly reduced the number and duration of migraines among 19 episodic migraine patients. Ten were given eight weeks of mindfulness classes with instructions for adding personal meditation in-between sessions. The other nine received typical migraine care. Those in the meditation group experienced an average of 1.4 fewer migraines per month, which averaged nearly three hours less than the ones experienced by those in the control group. Pain levels of the headaches reported by those in the meditation group averaged 1.3 points lower on a scale of one to 10.

he bacteria E. coli now causes 75 to 95 percent of all urinary tract infections, and research from Iowa State University has confirmed that such occurrences are linked to factory farms that use antibiotics. The findings support a study previously completed by scientists from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and George Washington University that shows a strain of antibiotic-resistant E. coli called ExPEC, an extraintestinal pathogen, was genetically traceable to factory-farmed animals receiving certain antibiotics. The National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System reports that 75 percent of chicken and turkey, 59 percent of ground beef and 40 percent of pork meats tested were contaminated with E. coli, and that the strains were predominantly multi-drug resistant.

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esearch from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health has determined that handling cash register receipts, common in credit card transactions, can increase exposure of the hormone disruptor Bisphenol A (BPA), but that exposure is well within limits considered safe when the receipts are handled under normal conditions. The researchers tested 121 people exposed to the synthetic chemical through their skin and found their average BPA urinary excretion levels averaged 2.6 micrograms (mcg) per liter. The researchers then had test subjects handle thermal paper three times every five minutes, simulating a store cashier’s handling of receipts. The researchers found those that handled the thermal paper during the simulation test had an average increase in their BPA urinary excretions of just under 0.2 mcg per liter per kilogram of body weight. The researchers noted that this was still 25 times lower than the European Food Safety Authority’s proposed temporary tolerable daily intake of 5 mcg per liter per kilogram of body weight per day. Primary sources of BPA exposure are plastics used in water bottles and many other consumer goods.

Wild Thyme Kills Breast Cancer Cells

study published in the Nutrition and Cancer Journal reveals that the herb thyme is more than a cooking spice. Scientists tested a methanol extract of Thymus serphyllum—also referred to as wild thyme—on two types of breast cancer cells and found that it was able to kill them in laboratory testing. The testing also found the extract to be safe for healthy normal breast cells. The researchers state that wild thyme may provide the means for a promising natural cancer treatment.

EVEN MODEST DRINKING RAISES RISK OF HEART DISEASE

ontrary to the hypothesis that moderate drinking can be heart-healthy, a new study published in the British Medical Journal indicates that even light to moderate drinking increases the risk of heart disease. In a large, randomized meta-study, researchers examined patient data from 261,991 European adults derived from 56 studies. Participants were classified as non-drinkers, light drinkers, moderate drinkers or heavy drinkers. The researchers also used a gene variation to determine alcohol intake—a genetic marker that indicates low alcohol consumption of less than 10 milliliters (about a third of an ounce) per week. They found that those with the gene variation—and thus are virtually non-drinkers—had a significantly lower risk of heart disease, including stroke and hypertension, and that even light drinking significantly increased heart disease risk. The researchers concluded: “These findings suggest that reductions of alcohol consumption, even for light to moderate drinkers, may be beneficial for cardiovascular health.”

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Salty Harvest

Seaweed May Be the New Lettuce Food items such as kelp, dulse, alaria and laver may be unfamiliar now, but likely not for long, as these and other varieties of edible seaweed and sea vegetables appear on more shopping lists and restaurant menus. These ingredients are already favored by cooks for the jolt of salty goodness they bring to soups and salads and by health food advocates that appreciate their high levels of essential minerals. Goodies in the pipeline include seaweed-filled bagels, ice cream and chips. The trend toward farming seaweed instead of harvesting in the wild is making news. Working waterfronts often go dormant in the winter as lobstermen that work during warmer months move inland out of season for part-time jobs. Seaweed is a winter crop that can keep boats out on the water, providing year-round aquaculture employment. Entrepreneur Matthew Moretti, who operates Bangs Island Mussels, a shellfish and kelp farm in Casco Bay, near Portland, Maine, explains, “Mussels are monoculture,” so he has been growing sugar kelp between mussel rafts to create a more ecological model. Source: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for a Livable Future

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With an aging population of farmers, it’s clear that agriculture needs to attract more young people, because half the farmers in the U.S. are 55 or older. But for much of the world’s youth, agriculture isn’t seen as being cool or attractive—only as backbreaking labor without an economic payoff and with little room for career advancement. However, with some effort, young farmers can explore contemporary career options in permaculture design, biodynamic farming, communication technologies, forecasting, marketing, logistics, quality assurance, urban agriculture projects, food preparation, environmental sciences and advanced technologies. “Increased access to education and new forms of agriculture-based enterprises means that young people can be a vital force for innovation in family farming, increasing incomes and well-being for both farmers and local communities,” says Mark Holderness, executive secretary of the Global Forum for Agricultural Research. The New Entry Sustainable Farming Project (nesfp.org), in Massachusetts, trains young farmers in how to run a small farm operation, from business planning to specialized advanced workshops in livestock and healthy food. Likewise, the Southeastern New England Young Farmer Network (YoungFarmerNetwork.org) hosts free social and educational events that bring together farmers of all ages and experience levels to network and collaborate. Source: FoodTank.com NA-SD.com

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UN Lauds Small-Scale, Sustainable Agriculture A recent publication from the United Nations Commission on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Trade and Environment Review 2013: Wake Up Before it is Too Late, includes contributions from more than 60 experts around the world. They are calling for transformative changes in food, agriculture and trade systems to increase diversity on farms, reduce use of fertilizer and other inputs, support small-scale farmers and create strong local food systems. The report includes in-depth sections on the shift toward more sustainable, resilient agriculture; livestock production and climate change; the importance of research and extension; plus the roles of both land use and reform of global trade rules. The report’s findings contrast starkly to the accelerated push for new free trade agreements, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the U.S./EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), which will strengthen the hold of multinational corporate and financial firms on the global economy. Neither global climate talks nor other global food security forums reflect the urgency expressed in the UNCTAD report to transform agriculture. Source: Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (iatp.org)

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Wind Turbines a Kill Zone for European Bats Bats are vital natural pest controllers, saving the use of millions of pounds of pesticides by eating insects, but many species are declining across Europe, despite being protected, because wind turbines are seriously harming their populations. “It’s most common in migratory species, with around 300,000 bats affected every year in Europe alone. Bats are found dead at the bottom of these turbines. One option is to reduce turbine activity during times of peak migration,” says Richard Holland. Ph.D., of Queen’s University Belfast, co-author of a study published in Nature Communications that sheds light on the problem. Scientists have discovered the first known example of a mammal to use polarization patterns in the sky to navigate in the greater mouse-eared bat. The study demonstrates that the bats use the way sunlight is scattered in the atmosphere at sunset to calibrate the internal magnetic compass that helps them to fly in the right direction. Holland says, “Bees have specially adapted photoreceptors in their eyes, and birds, fish, amphibians and reptiles all have cone cell structures in their eyes which may help them to detect polarization, but we don’t know which structure these bats might be using. Anything we can do to understand how they get about, how they move and navigate will be a step forward in helping to protect them.”

Drilling Poisons Both Water and Air Major concerns about hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, as a means of extracting natural gas have centered on how toxic fracking fluids and methane injected into the ground can pollute water supplies. Now a new study published in the Journal of Environmental Health attests how fracking adversely impacts air quality, too. Lead author David Carpenter, director of the Institute for Health and the Environment at New York’s University at Albany, is concerned that fracking sites show potential to develop cancer clusters in years to come. The study found eight different poisonous chemicals in groundwater near wells and fracking sites throughout Arkansas, Colorado, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wyoming at levels that exceeded federal limits, including levels of benzene and formaldehyde, both known carcinogens. Approximately half of the air samples Carpenter analyzed exceeded federally recommended limits. Benzene levels were 35 to 770,000 times higher; hydrogen sulfide levels were 90 to 60,000 times higher; and formaldehyde levels were 30 to 240 times above a theoretically safe threshold. “Cancer has a long latency, so you’re not seeing an elevation in cancer in these communities [yet],” says Carpenter. “But five, 10, 15 or more years from now, elevation in cancer incidence is almost certain to happen.” Source: Grist.org

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How to Find and Fix Leaking Pipes While municipal water main breaks make news, it’s just as important to be watchful at home. According to the Alliance for Water Efficiency, a typical home annually loses more than 2,000 gallons of water due to leakage. SNL Financial, an industry analysis firm in Charlottesville, Virginia, recently reported that water leaks cause $9.1 billion in annual homeowner policy property losses. Sensing a less-thanstellar water flow or seeing a leak from a faucet or mold or damp spots on walls and ceilings can indicate possible water pipe problems. Copper water lines can develop tiny leaks over time when the water supply is too acidic. Also, clogs can develop, regardless what lines are made of, from lime and rust accumulations, stressing sections and especially fittings. Particularly vulnerable are 45-to-65-year-old homes, the length of time corrosion-resistant coatings on interior and exterior pipes generally last (OldHouseWeb.com). Fortunately, if repairs are needed, most builders group water lines in predictable places; bathrooms are often stacked one atop another in multi-floor houses for easier placement of supply and drain lines, so work can be localized and focused. Instead of costly copper, many plumbers have switched to PEX—a tough and flexible polyethylene—that doesn’t require fittings or react to acid, like copper does. Repairs typically consist of replacing specific pipe sections as needed. Ask a visiting plumber to inspect all exposed plumbing lines to maximize the value of the service call. Here’s a simple way to check for leaks: Turn off all water by closing internal and external water valves and don’t use the toilet. Record the current reading of the water meter, and then wait 20 minutes. Record the reading again and wait another 15 minutes. If the meter indicates an increase during this period, it’s probably from a leak. Another option is to install an automatic water leak detection and shutoff system. According to AllianceForWaterEfficiency.org, 20 to 35 percent of all residential toilets leak at some time, often silently, sending wasted water onto both household water and sewer bills. Flapper valves improperly covering the exit from the tank are the most common problem, and they can easily be replaced.

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for a month and then transported them east to adoption facilities where conditions were less crowded. Spay/neuter is the best solution to pet overpopulation, says Ruth Steinberger, national founder of Spay First, headquartered in Oklahoma City (SpayFirst.org). From 20 years of experience, she explains that in locations and situations in which surgery is impractical, “We’ve had great results using calcium chloride in ethyl alcohol, done under sedation. A slow infusion into the pet’s testicles causes them to atrophy. It’s less invasive, with a lower chance of infection and less pain, and reduces testosterone. For feral cat populations where traps haven’t worked, megestrol acetate, derived from progesterone, added to food acts as birth control to slow or

MISSION: ANIMAL RESCUE Big and Small, They Need Our Help by Sandra Murphy

very creature in the animal kingdom has an essential purpose, yet through human interference, animal life overall has become so imbalanced as to signal a tipping point for Earth. Extreme care for the rapidly growing population of a relative handful of pet breeds stands in stark contrast to trending extinction of dozens of other species. Fortunately, in addition to the efforts of dedicated volunteers, conservationists and supportive lawmakers, every one of us can make a real difference.

Home Pet Rescues

Zack Skow started by volunteering with a nearby dog rescue organization. He became director, and then in 2009 founded his own nonprofit, Marley’s Mutts (MarleysMutts.org), in Tehachapi, California, pulling many kinds of dogs out of Los Angeles shelters. “A lot of rescues are breed-specific; I think mutts deserve an equal chance,” says Skow, now 20

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the executive director. “Small dogs get adopted faster, so we get the larger mixes, including pit bulls and Rottweilers.” Currently, the facility continues to expand its services, working with pet foster homes; providing medical care for severely abused animals in need of rehabilitation and socialization; and managing visits to prisons, mental health facilities and schools. “We take in who we can help. To see a dog triumph over tremendous odds gives people hope,” says Skow. Recently, volunteers pulled 70 dogs from Los Angeles shelters, fostered them NA-SD.com

stop colony growth.” Treatment of laboratory animals has also improved. “There have been three significant changes since 1984,” says Cathy Liss, president of the nonprofit Animal Welfare Institute, in Washington, D.C., founded in 1951 (awionline.org). “General housing conditions are better, the number of governmentowned chimpanzees has decreased and laboratories no longer obtain dogs and cats from random sources, so no stolen pets end up in labs.” She reports that animals now are subject to only one experiment, retired for adoption instead of being euthanized, and furnished with natural living conditions on-site—vertical space, an enriched

environment with mental and physical stimulation, interaction with other animals and appropriate food and bedding. “Most lab animals are rats and mice,” says Liss. “Any animal has the capacity to suffer. It’s up to us to treat them humanely.”

Farm Animal Stewardship

“Animals become ambassadors,” says Gene Baur, president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary’s three locations in New York’s Finger Lakes region, Los Angeles and northern California (FarmSanctuary.org) and author of Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food. “People are distanced from food sources. Once you learn that sheep love to be petted and pigs like belly rubs, you know an animal as an individual. The best way to help is to share information, farm animal videos and plant-based recipes, so people can see that going meatless is about far more than just eating produce.” Musician Sir Paul McCartney, author of The Meat Free Monday Cookbook, took the message to schools in 2012. Now students around the world participate in meat-free lunch programs. The adult initiative of going meatless for one or more days extends to 35 countries on six continents. Pigs, cows, horses, peacocks and an alpaca live in harmony at local nonprofit Cracker Box Palace Farm Animal Haven, in Alton, New York (CrackerBoxPalace.org), which spurs recovery from illness, neglect or abuse. “People get animals without doing research on their care or habits. That’s how we got the peacocks—they have a bloodcurdling scream,” says Farm Manager Cheri Roloson, who rents out their goats as nature’s landscapers to clear brush. Mistreated animals also provide therapy for returning military veterans and abused children at Ranch Hand Rescue, in Argyle, Texas (RanchHand Rescue.org). Kids find it easier to talk about their experiences with an animal that has also endured cruel treatment, like Spirit, a horse that received precedent-setting surgery to repair a leg that had improperly healed after

“Pets are considered property, and until that changes, it’s harder to make a difference. Farm animals have no rights at all. Animals are sentient beings with rights commensurate with the ability to feel pain and even be valued members of the family. They deserve far more than a property classification.” ~Diane Sullivan, assistant dean and professor, Massachusetts School of Law being broken by a baseball bat. Conscious chicken farms, too, are making an impact. “Chickens can be

well-treated and have a healthy, decent life,” says Jason Urena, marketing manager with NestFresh, which operates 20 small farms and five processing plants, concentrated in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Texas to reduce its carbon footprint (NestFresh. com). Starting with cage-free hens, the Denver company grew based on nationwide customer requests for certified cage-free, free-range, organic, pasture-raised and non-GMO (genetically modified) eggs. “We’re the first in the country to offer certified non-GMO eggs,” attests Urena. He explains that in the process for certification, feed is inspected at every step, from planting seed (usually corn or soy) to storage in silos and mill grinding, to allow traceability for potential problems and avoid cross-contamination.

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tems. Loss of habitat and lack of food sources are critical issues. Bats are a bellwether for the impact on wildlife from human-induced diseases. The Wildlife Conservation Society studies the loons in New York’s Adirondack Mountains to monitor their exposure to disease and pollution. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is to use conservation and education to protect present and future wildlife. Of the 410-plus species of mammals in the United States, 80 are on the endangered species list, reminiscent of the bison that used to number in the millions, but now mostly exist in small bands on private and public lands. NWF aims to build on the bison restoration efforts achieved to date (now numbering tens of thousands) by reintroducing them onto more public lands, reservations and protected habitats,

The 1966 Animal Welfare Act improved the lives of many commercial animals, but more laws are needed. See SustainableTable.org/ 274/animal-welfare.

and likewise build up populations of other wild threatened and endangered animals. Its programs feature green corridors to give native species a home and migrating species a rest stop. “The important message is not how many species have gone off the list, but how many didn’t

Did You Know… n San Francisco’s SPCA is one of many organizations that offer free or low-cost spay/neuter for specific breeds most frequently seen in shelters, like pit bulls, and special programs offer free surgeries. Find locations at Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterServices. n One female dog can produce litters of up to 10 pups twice a year; cats can have three litters a year of up to five kittens each. n An estimated 2.7 million healthy shelter pets remain unadopted each year, yet only about 30 percent of pets in homes come from shelters or rescues, according to The Humane Society of the United States. n Factory farms account for 99 percent of farm animals, yet less than 1 percent of donated money directly assists them, reports Animal Charity Evaluators, in San Diego. The highly rated Mercy for Animals, dedicated to prevention of cruelty to farmed animals, reports, “Despite the fact that these are the most abused animals in the United States, they actually have the fewest number of advocates.” n Sandra, a 29-year-old Sumatran orangutan at the Buenos Aires Zoo, was recognized as a “non-human person” unlawfully deprived of her freedom by Argentine courts. “This opens the way not only for other great apes, but also for other sentient beings that are unfairly and arbitrarily deprived of their liberty,” says Paul Buompadre, an attorney with the Association of Officials and Lawyers for Animal Rights. “The question is not ‘Can they reason?’ or ‘Can they talk?’ but ‘Can they suffer?’” says Barry MacKay, director of the Animal Alliance of Canada. “That to me is the ultimate question.” 22

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go extinct,” says David Mizejewski, a celebrity naturalist for NWF. “It’s important to understand species require different ecosystems. When we quit draining swamps and rerouting rivers and leave them alone in a proper habitat, alligators will come back. Eagles have fewer young, so it’s not easy for them to recover.” The success in restoring populations of the bald eagle, our national symbol, during the second half of the last century was significant. Measures that included banning the poisonous DDT pesticide that contaminated their food and affected reproduction, improving native habitats and prohibiting hunting of the bird allowed its removal from the endangered list in 2007. They are still protected by the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Another raptor, the peregrine falcon, has adapted to urban living in order to survive. Nests adorn tops of buildings and pigeons are a plentiful food supply. Bears, mountain lions and wolves have been dwindling, hunted as dangerous, a nuisance or for sport. With fewer of these natural predators, whitetailed deer can overpopulate their habitat and starve. Deer and other displaced animals may migrate into suburban areas in search of food, prompting hurtful human reactions to reduce their numbers. The American Bear Association provides safe, seasonal habitats for black bears (AmericanBear.org). Located near Orr, Minnesota, the 360-acre sanctuary also hosts white-tailed deer, bald eagles, beavers, mink, pine martens, fishers, timber wolves, red squirrels, bobcats, blue jays, owls, ducks, songbirds and ravens. Among movements to protect smaller endangered and threatened animals, the American Tortoise Rescue lobbies for legislation to ban the importation of non-native species (Tortoise.com). “Turtles and bullfrogs are imported as pets or as food, and many end up in streams or lakes, where they kill native species,” says co-founder Susan M. Tellem, in Malibu, California. “They

can carry salmonella, parasites and tuberculosis,” she explains. Unfortunately, a California law passed to limit importation was revoked within weeks due to claims of cultural bias by politicians lobbying for Asian food markets that sell live turtles and bullfrogs. As the only Association of Zoos and Aquariums-certified wolf facility in the world, The Endangered Wolf Center, in Eureka, Missouri, has been breeding and reintroducing wolves into the wild for 40 years (EndangeredWolfCenter.org). Founded by zoologist and television host Marlin Perkins and his wife, Carol, they helped increase both the Mexican gray wolf population from nine to 235 in managed care, plus at least 75 in the wild, and the red wolf population from 14 to 160 in managed care, with more than 100 in the wild. Every pack of Mexican gray wolves roaming the Southwest and 70 percent of North Carolina red wolves can be traced back to the center.

Wildlife protection laws vary by state. Key conservation successes typically begin with local and regional initiatives promoted by farsighted individuals that care enough to get the ball rolling and back it up with supportive legislation. Christian Samper, Ph.D., CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society, observes, “Zoos and aquariums help the public better understand the natural systems that make all life possible. The hope is that what people understand, they will appreciate and what they appreciate, they will work to protect.” One person’s care can make a difference. For an animal, it can mean life itself. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouis FreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

What You Can Do 4 Volunteer to walk a dog, foster a cat, make phone calls or help with shelter paperwork. 4 Spay/neuter pets and consider adopting before shopping at a pet store. 4 Donate to support rehabilitation of an abused animal. 4 Pick up litter, especially harmful in and near waterways. 4 Be a conscious consumer and don’t let factory farm prices influence decisions. 4 Tell companies what is acceptable or not via purchases, emails and phone calls. 4 Lobby politicians to support worthy animal causes.

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atie Newell, a blogging Kansas City mother of two who fights inflammation from several autoimmune diseases, is rigorous about the fresh, unprocessed food she buys. After noticing adverse symptoms from dining at a restaurant, Newell initially thought that eating out was no longer an option for her. Today, she happily ventures out for the occasional restaurant meal, knowing that the healthy food landscape is changing. “I look to restaurants owned by local chefs that use local and sustainable ingredients and prepare everything from scratch,” she says. From higher-end dining to fastfood joints, food trucks and vending machines, we now have even more choices for fresh, seasonal, organic, local, sustainable, tasty nutrition when we’re on the go. It’s because entrepreneurial chefs and fitness buffs are

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London’s celebrated Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, founder of several restaurants and takeout emporia and author of bestselling cookbooks Plenty and Jerusalem, says that “healthy” can happen simply by putting the spotlight on plants. Ottolenghi’s cuisine is known for celebrating vegetables, fruits and herbs. He says, “That attitude, I think, is a very healthy attitude to eating.” At Gracias Madre, a plant-based vegan Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles and San Francisco, high style doesn’t mean chandeliers and rich cream sauces. The brainchild of Executive Chef Chandra Gilbert, also director of operations for the Bay Area’s vegan Café Gratitude, it serves organic, local and sustainable fruits and vegetables and bold flavor without excessive calories. NA-SD.com

She says, “I’m inspired by what I want to eat that tastes good and makes me feel good, and I want to affect this planet— to create health and vibrancy all the way around.” True Food Kitchen, a partnership between Dr. Andrew Weil and restaurateur Sam Fox, offers “honest food that tastes really good” at Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Washington, D.C., locations. For lunch, diners might sip sea buckthorn, pomegranate, cranberry or black tea along with their quinoa burger or organic spaghetti squash casserole. Newell and her family gravitate towards SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza, touting recipes developed by James Beard Award-winning Chefs Michael Smith and Debbie Gold, who partnered with entrepreneur Gail Lozoff to create the first healthy, high-style pizzeria in 2005. Today it offers traditional and gluten-free pizza topped with fresh and organic (whenever possible) ingredients at locations in Dallas, Omaha, the Kansas City metro area and Orange County, California. Even at fast-food restaurants, healthy choices are increasingly available. “Unforked, Panera Bread and Chipotle do a great job being transparent about what’s in their food,” says Newell. Before venturing out, she often checks the company’s website for specific nutrition information.

Meals on Wheels– Food Trucks

A burgeoning fleet of creatively conceived food trucks takes healthy eating to local customers in U.S. cities. In addition to preparing organic, plantbased foods, The Green Food Truck, in Culver City and San Diego, California, recycles used vegetable oil, composts produce scraps and offers recyclable servingware. Josh Winnecour, founder of the Fuel Food Truck, in Asheville, North Carolina, cites losing 50 unwanted pounds as his incentive for serving nutrient-dense, made-fromscratch food to his clientele.

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and corporations appear to espouse healthy eating—until the offerings in their vending machines reveal the opposite. Ethan Boyd, a student at Michigan State University, noted this disconnect. “While dining halls strive to serve healthy options,” he says, “there are 40 vending machines on MSU’s campus that spit out junk food.” Sean Kelly, CEO of HUMAN Healthy Vending (Helping Unite Mankind and Nutrition), had a similar, “Oh, no,” moment at his New York City gym when he was a university student. Today, Kelly’s franchise model allows local operators to supply individual machines with better options from organic fresh fruit to hot soup. “Our vision is to make healthy food more convenient than junk food,” he says. Entrepreneurs Ryan Wing and Aaron Prater, who also have culinary training, recently opened Sundry Market & Kitchen, in Kansas City, Missouri. In their update on a neighborhood market, they sell takeout foods like red lentil falafel and citrus beet soup. “I think people want to eat local food and better food, but they want it to be convenient,” observes Wing. “The bottom line is we want to make it simple to eat good food.” Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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cruciferous or leafy green seasonal vegetables like eaters, farm kale and turnip market shoppers by Nava Atlas greens.” Tasty and and members of versatile, greens can community supported add interest and value agriculture, vegetable to every meal. Here’s greens have become a how. normal part of everyday diets. Smoothies and juices. Recognized as the most nutrientSpinach tastes so mild in smoothies rich group of veggies, they deliver and juices that we barely know it’s multiple benefits. Greens are a top source of vitamin there. Kale and collards add a mild greens flavor. A big handful or two of K, essential to bone health, and are spinach or one or two good-size kale abundant in vitamins A, B (especially or collard leaves per serving is about folic acid) and C. They deliver considright. Greens blend well with bananerable antioxidants and chlorophyll, as, apples, berries and pears. A highwidely known to protect against speed blender is needed to break cancer, and are anti-inflammatory, acdown kale and collards; a regular cording to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family blender is sufficient for spinach. An physician in Flemington, New Jersey, online search for “green smoothies” who specializes in nutritional mediwill turn up many recipes. cine. Use “massaged” raw kale in Fuhrman notes, “The majority of salads. Rinse and spin-dry curly kale calories in green vegetables, includleaves stripped from their stems, and ing leafy greens, come from protein, and this plant protein is packaged with then chop into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the stems to add to another salbeneficial phytochemicals. They’re rich in folate and calcium, and contain ad or lightly cooked vegetable dishes small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.” or simply discard. Place the cut kale Hardy greens, like kale, chard and in a serving bowl. Rub a little olive oil onto both palms and massage the collards, are good sources of acceskale for 45 to 60 seconds; it’ll soften sible calcium. Only about 30 percent up and turn bright green. Add other of calcium from dairy products is desired veggies and fruits and dress absorbed, but according to Registered the mixture. Dietitian Ginny Messina, “For certain A favorite recipe entails tossing leafy green vegetables, rates are conmassaged kale with dried cranberries, siderably higher. We absorb between toasted or raw cashew pieces, vegan 50 and 60 percent of the calcium in

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mayonnaise and a little lemon juice. Massaged kale also goes well with avocados, apples, pears, Napa or red cabbage, carrots, pumpkin seeds and walnuts. It can alternatively be dressed in ordinary vinaigrette, sesame-ginger or tahini dressing. Add hardy greens to stir-fries. The best stir-fry greens are lacinato kale, collards or chard. Rinse and dry the leaves, and then strip them from the stems. Stack a few leaves and roll them up snugly from the narrow end. Slice thinly to make long, thin ribbons and then cut them once or twice across to shorten; adding thinly sliced stems is optional. Add the strips to the stir-fry toward the end of cooking. They blend well with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, bok choy, asparagus and green beans. Soy sauce, tamari and ginger add flavor. Use leafy spring greens in salads. Look beyond lettuce to create invigorating warm-weather salads. Use lots of peppery watercress (a nutritional superstar), baby bok choy, tender dandelion greens, tatsoi and mizuna (Japanese greens are increasingly available from farm markets). Combine with baby greens and sprouts, plus favorite salad veggies and fruits for a clean-tasting and cleansing repast. Learn to love bitter greens. Add variety to the meal repertoire with escarole, broccoli rabe and mustard greens. These mellow considerably with gentle braising or incorporation into soups and stews. Heat a little olive oil in a large, deep skillet or stir-fry pan; sauté chopped garlic and/or shallots to taste. Add washed and chopped greens, stir quickly to coat with the oil, and then add about a quarter cup of water or vegetable stock. Cover and cook until tender and wilted, about five minutes. Traditional additions include raisins and toasted pine nuts, salt and pepper and a little apple cider vinegar. Nava Atlas is the author of the recent book, Plant Power: Transform Your Kitchen, Plate, and Life with More Than 150 Fresh and Flavorful Vegan Recipes, from which this was adapted. Visit VegKitchen.com.

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ealth foodies can step it up a bit by discovering how to make delicious raw kale salads—sometimes referred to as massaged kale salads. Literally massaging this hardy green with olive oil, salad dressing or mashed avocado softens it for easier chewing, brightens the color and improves its flavor. A favorite kind of kale for salads is curly green kale. Lacinato kale works well, too, as long as it isn’t too large and tough prior to massaging. Even when kale isn’t the main leafy green in a salad, adding a few prepared leaves can up the nutrient value of any kind of green, grain or pasta salad. For each of the following recipes, start with a medium bunch of kale (about eight ounces), or more or less to taste. Finish each salad with sea salt and freshly ground pepper, if preferred.

Southwestern-Flavored Kale Salad

To the massaged kale, add two or three medium-sized fresh ripe tomatoes, a peeled and diced avocado, one to two cups cooked or raw fresh corn kernels, some red bell pepper strips and optional chopped green or black olives. Flavor with freshly squeezed or bottled lime juice, a little olive oil and some chopped cilantro. To up the protein for a main dish, add some cooked or canned, drained and rinsed, black or pinto beans and then sprinkle pumpkin seeds over the top.

Mediterranean Kale Salad

To the massaged kale, add two or three medium-sized chopped fresh ripe tomatoes, strips of sun-dried tomato, plenty of bell pepper strips and chopped or whole cured black olives. For protein, add a cup or two of cooked or canned, drained and rinsed, chickpeas. Top with thinly sliced fresh basil leaves.

Kale and Avocado Salad

Add a peeled and diced avocado, plus thinly sliced red cabbage to taste, sliced carrots, diced yellow squash, halved red and/or yellow fresh grape tomatoes and sunflower or pumpkin seeds. Optionally, add a little more olive oil in addition to that used for massaging and some freshly squeezed or bottled lemon or lime juice.

Asian-Flavored Kale Salad

Massage the kale with dark sesame oil instead of olive oil as an option. Add a medium-sized red bell pepper, cut into narrow slices, three stalks of bok choy with leaves, sliced (or one sliced baby bok choy) plus one or two thinly sliced scallions. Dress with a sesame-ginger dressing. Optional additions include some crushed toasted peanuts or cashews, steamed or boiled and chilled corn kernels and about four ounces of baked tofu, cut into narrow strips. All recipes courtesy of Nava Atlas, author of Plant Power: Transform Your Kitchen, Plate, and Life With More Than 150 Fresh and Flavorful Vegan Recipes; used with permission.

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nsure that the compost pile retains a moisture content similar to a wrungout sponge. To moisten, add green waste; to reduce moisture, add brown waste. Turn compost to get air to the aerobic bacteria and speed the process. Wear gloves and a dust mask to protect against allergens. Decay generates heat, so a pile should feel warm. If not, add green waste. Decomposition occurs most efficiently when it’s 104 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit inside the pile; use a compost thermometer. Keep a small container in the kitchen to easily collect green food scraps. Store it in the freezer to keep unpleasant smells and flies at bay. The best time to start composting is during warmer months. Alternately layering green and brown waste, using the “lasagna method” in colder months, readies the pile to decompose as soon as the weather warms. Consider stockpiling summer yard waste ingredients. Be aware that low-maintenance composting won’t kill weed seeds, which can then get spread around the garden. A highly managed compost pile will kill some weeds through the generated heat. Put weeds out for municipal yard waste collection where there’s a better chance they’ll be destroyed. Contributing sources: U.S Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Composting Council

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after learning about water scarcity issues,” says Higgs. Programs range from language immersion, in which students are matched with host families, to studies aboard ships where they engage in marine conservation activities. Whatever the activity, teens are sure to be challenged and inspired in ways they couldn’t have envisioned before venturing forth. The most unexpected part is often the expansive thrill of exploring a foreign culture. “On a normal day, after a delicious Indian breakfast, my host’s siblings and I would ride the bus to school. There, we learned Indian dance, art, cooking and many other aspects of the culture,” says 16-year-old Genna Alperin, who traveled to India with Greenheart Travel in 2014 (GreenheartTravel.org). “I learned how to communicate, share my lunch and be a good friend. When I returned, I wanted to be like the amazing people I had met.” The Chicago organization facilitates language camps, service trips and study abroad programs for high school students.

Learn to Speak Like a Local Immersion can be both the fastest and most fun way to learn a language. Language study abroad programs steep students in foreign tongues in memorable settings that help accelerate learning, whether practicing Spanish in the coffee-growing highlands of Costa Rica or Mandarin in China’s bustling city of Beijing. Many programs place students with host families where they can practice the language informally and deepen their understanding of local idioms, complementing classroom lessons from native teachers. Homestays also offer students an insider’s view of the regional culture, from cuisine to family life. Students can elect to learn an entirely new language with no prior exposure or build on beginner-level proficiency. Some programs even enable high school students to earn college credits.

Study Earth’s Underwater Vastness Action Quest, in Sarasota, Florida, takes teens on seafaring voyages from the Florida Keys to the Caribbean, where they can learn to sail or scuba dive, study marine life and engage in projects to help restore coral reefs and protect sea turtle habitats (ActionQuest.com). Participants gain a deeper appreciation for the ocean’s fragile and complex ecosystems and knowledge of winds and tides. Acting as crew members, teens also learn teamwork and confidence-building skills.

organization headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, works with partners ranging from multinational companies to local nonprofits to offer opportunities in 126 countries for youths interested in interning abroad.

Serve Community, Discover Culture Whether headed to a destination in Africa, Asia or the Americas, community service trips help teens gain enlightened perspectives and become responsible global citizens. Students can volunteer to teach English, build wells, restore historic sites or rebuild homes destroyed by natural disasters. Most service trips also include fun outings and options for learning about the host culture, such as learning traditional African dance or Thai cooking, or hiking the Inca Trail to the sacred site of Machu Picchu. Witnessing the challenges faced by developing communities to access basic needs like clean water and health care can be transformative. Being a small part of a solution can awaken young people to their power to change the world. Helpful clearinghouse sites for teen travel programs include TeenInk.com/summer and TransitionsAbroad.com/listings/ study/teen. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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at my life and make a change. I began to blog about my journey into self-healing through natural foods and my readers held me accountable to sticking with it. I also started creating healthy recipes that delivered my favorite junk food flavors so I didn’t feel deprived. Slowly, I stopped craving artificial junk foods and started craving natural versions of those flavors. Within three months, the tumor disappeared. I had demonstrated that I could undo the damage of toxic junk food by restoring proper nutrition into my cells and knew that by going back to nature, I could experience healing. Now people from around the world have testified that The Earth Diet has helped them heal ailments from A to Z.

Why is it important to define our eating plan? Everyone on the planet is on a diet; it’s just a matter of which one. Are you on a junk food diet or a disorderly eating diet? Most people deprive themselves at some point and end up binging later. Having a name for the lifestyle I wanted to live helped me commit to it. When you’re lost and disconnected from nature and your body, you need rules and guidelines. Day one, eat this;

day two, eat that. The Earth Diet’s rules and guidelines helped me to break a disempowering addiction to junk food. After following the guidelines for a while, the whole lifestyle becomes natural and choices become easy.

How can busy people prepare and eat fresh foods more frequently?

Try making a huge batch of smoothies or vegetable juice on a Sunday; put a few servings in the fridge and the rest in the freezer. Then, take one to work each day. Fresh is best, but a thawed frozen juice is better than nothing. Also, simplify eating. I grew up in Australia’s Outback, alongside aboriginal people that ate “mono foods”— singular, whole, raw foods sourced directly from nature, and they had slim, resilient and healthy bodies. Eating mono foods gives the digestive system a break; we feel energized because the body doesn’t have to break down a complicated meal. Try, for example, eating a watermelon for lunch or an avocado for dinner.

Name some foods we’d be surprised to read about in The Earth Diet. My readers especially enjoy the chicken nuggets, burgers, gluten-free cookie dough, cashew cheesecake and vegan ice cream. The raw chocolate balls are popular, made with just three ingredients: almonds or sunflower seeds ground into flour, cacao powder and a favorite natural sweetener like maple syrup, honey or dates. Sometimes I add salt, mint, coconut or vanilla. I make a batch in 10 minutes and keep them in the freezer so I can have chocolate whenever I crave it.

cups of water first thing in the morning and drink. I also recommend eating a whole, raw, mono food in its natural state every day, like a banana, orange or strawberries. Eat something that hasn’t been sliced, diced, processed and packaged. Lastly, practice eating only when hungry and eat what you’re craving in the most natural way possible (for example, upgrading from conventional pizza to organic store-bought brands to raw homemade pizza). On Sunday I woke up and made a big brunch for friends; we had organic eggs, salsa, herbal tea and organic cookies. For dinner, I ate an avocado. That’s all I was craving, and it ended up balancing out my day. If you’re craving chocolate, there’s a reason. If you’re craving a smoothie for dinner, have one. You can both fulfill cravings and nourish and love your body at the same time.

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MYTHS Seven Common Maxims that Can Cause Harm by Leslie Perry Duffy

e’ve heard them time and time again: fitness tips that guarantee we’ll meet our goals if we follow them. The truth is that some can hurt more than help. Here are seven fitness myths that are best to ignore. No pain, no gain. It’s true that what we put into our workout has a direct impact on results. However, this doesn’t mean workouts should be painful. If something hurts during exercise, try a different move instead that targets the same muscle group to see if the feeling persists; adjust the form in case improper execution is the culprit or give it a rest and return when ready. Muscle soreness can be expected after a tough workout and can persist for a day or two afterward. Try not to confuse soreness or the discomfort felt from fatigued muscles during a 34

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workout with pain. In the presence of an injury, it’s often best to modify activities that contribute to the pain or refrain from workouts pending expert medical advice. “Working through the pain” might actually make things worse in the long run. Never exercise a sore muscle. Muscle soreness is a sign that the muscles are changing. It’s okay to feel sore for a day or two after a workout. If it appears that the body’s stability or ability to maintain proper form will be affected by the soreness, then wait another day. However, if soreness isn’t severe, working out may actually help to relieve it by warming the muscles and stimulating blood flow. A few good activity choices for sore muscles after lifting heavy weights the day before include light cardio, stretching, yoga and light resistance training. NA-SD.com

Lifting weights makes women look bulky. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Building big, bulky muscles requires testosterone—and lots of it. Men typically have 20 to 30 times more testosterone than women. For women, strength training is well-known to be key in toning and sculpting muscles, maintaining healthy joints and bones, boosting metabolism and even improving mood and confidence. Don’t be afraid to pick up heavier weights. To lose a belly, crunch the abs. Yes, abdominal exercises strengthen the core muscles. However, if we carry a layer of fat on top of those muscles, the belly will remain. To lose a belly, continue regular ab work while focusing on cardio exercises, strength training moves for the whole body and eating properly. The best time to work out is in the morning. The best time to work out is whenever it fits into our schedule. The more exercise, the faster the results. Not true. When it comes to working out, an appropriate balance of hard work and rest is the best option. Overusing the body actually prevents muscles from growing, resulting in decreased strength, endurance and metabolism (i.e., caloric burn). Plus, becoming overly fatigued often leads to sloppy form, which may lead to injury. Listen to the body and rest at least one day a week or more if a break is needed. Reduce calorie intake to lose weight. The body needs enough fuel to function, especially if it is regularly working hard. Eating less is not always the answer to losing weight. If we’re not eating enough, the body may think it’s starving, which causes it to store fat instead of burning calories, so eating too infrequently or not enough can sabotage weight-loss efforts. Eating smaller, more frequent meals allows the body to metabolize calories more effectively. Leslie Perry Duffy is a FIRM workout program master instructor and entrepreneur in Columbia, SC, who contributes to Life.Gaiam.com from which this was adapted.

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and ended up spending a memorable Saturday afternoon bonding, laughing and sipping on tequila. They paced themselves though. They knew if the winds backed off a bit they were going to surf again. However, the wind never backed down which led to an evening full of good cheer.

SUP Surfers Know How to Have Fun by Manny Vargas

run weekend surf trips to Northern Baja. And one thing that I can say for certain is that SUP surfers know how to have a good time. A recent Baja Weekender trip with the Salty Sisters, which includes Natural Awakenings publisher Elaine Russo, confirmed this theory. This particular group of women truly understood and took full advantage of the fact that they had a personal designated driver, bodyguard, tour guide and surf guide for the entire weekend. What would you do with that kind of knowledge? Here’s just a few things that got my seal of approval for the now Baja Weekender veterans:

and wait. I watched from the cliff as the Salty Sisters tackled almost every wave that came in. Without a doubt, their wave count quotas were met, and then some.

Surf Till You Drop “The first one to come in is the one that waits the longest.” Those are my last words before the group heads out for their first session. It took almost two hours before one of them came in and another 45 for the last person to come in. They didn’t paddle out, sit

Make your own Fun Each group gets a case of beer as part of their surf trip package. This adventurous group of women didn’t finish their case—but for good reason. After lunch on Saturday, they went on the hunt for some Mexican brewed tequila instead. The women found it

Eat Healthy and with Gusto I’ve had a few vegans and gluten-free surfers on my Baja Weekender trips before but to order up the street-side breakfast burritos from our girl America at K-36 Burritos was a big deal in my eyes. The gluten-free crew knew that the contents of the burritos were going to be delicious so they ordered up the burritos and peeled off the high octane gluten flour tortillas and chowed down. They ate healthy and with gusto.

Expect the Unexpected After warning the ladies to pace themselves with the chips and guacamole before dinner, I figured they wouldn’t be able to pull off finishing their lobster special at Vista al Mar #3 in Puerto Nuevo. I was wrong. They finished everything on the table and then cracked open the tequila bottle to celebrate an awesome day. And that’s precisely when the traveling mariachi band showed up. Within seconds everyone at the table started dancing. On the last day of each surf trip, we hold an Awards Gala at Charly’s Taqueria at K-37. After another long epic morning session, I figured the ladies would eat and want to pass out. I was wrong again. A duet was setting up on the makeshift stage in the restaurant just as we were winding down with lunch and the awards. I knew if we didn’t get out of there before the first chorus, we were going to stay another hour or two. Well…we almost made it. For the next hour or so, the Salty Sisters took over the stage as backup singers and dancers. It looked like an MTV music award special! This trip reminded me of the Baja of the past—the kind of trip where you can enjoy yourself without worry in Mexico and come back home in one piece. And that’s what the Baja Weekender trips are all about. The Salty Sisters made this particular trip a very memorable one and really drove the point home that life is meant to be enjoyed. Not only did the group capture the spiritual essence of the trip—the group bonding, being one with the waves, seeing the green flash at sunset—they captured each moment and made the most of it. Yes, SUP surfers know how to have fun. For more information, call 619-7882456 or visit MannyVTours.com.

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r. and Master Sha, founder of the Institute of Soul Healing and Enlightenment and the Love Peace Harmony Movement, will bring the secrets of Tao healing to the Los Angeles area March 10-29 with powerful interactive workshops. He will teach participants how to achieve balance in every aspect of life, selfheal through the power of forgiveness, be of service to others and live a life that fulfills their soul’s purpose. Master Sha is a western medical doctor and a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine. He is also a grandmaster of many ancient disciplines, including tai chi, qigong, kung fu, feng shui, and the I Ching. He has received numerous awards, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission Award in 2006 and proclamation of September 21, 2014, as Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha Day in Maui, Hawaii.

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planets, stars, galaxies and universes. Ancient wisdom states that everything and everyone is made of jing qi shen. Jing means “matter.” Qi means “energy.” Shen includes soul, heart and mind. All sickness is due to the blockages in jing qi shen. Modern medicine focuses on removing jing blockages which happen inside our cells. Traditional Chinese medicine and thousands of other modalities focus on removing qi blockages which happen around the cells. I created Soul Mind Body Medicine and co-created Soul Mind Body Science System to focus on removing shen blockages. Shen blockages include soul, heart and mind blockages. Soul blockages are negative karma. Heart blockages include selfishness, greed and more. Mind blockages include negative mindsets, negative beliefs, negative attitudes, ego, attachments and more.

Tao Miracle Healing Days brings Source jing qi shen to heal the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual bodies. In my Tao Miracle Healing Days, I will share sacred Tao healing wisdom and techniques to empower every participant to heal themselves and others.

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Q: What will happen at the Tao Miracle Healing Days? Sha: Many people suffer chronic or life-threatening condi-

tions. Many have emotional imbalances, including anxiety, depression, fear, anger, grief, worry and more. Many struggle with relationships, business or finances. Participants will receive Source blessings that can transform health, emotions, relationships, finances and more. Every participant will be extremely blessed.

Q: Can you share one daily practice for healing, rejuvenation and life transformation? Sha: I am honored to share the Four Power Techniques that I have taught for many years.

First is Body Power, which is applying hand and body positions for healing. In one sentence: Where you put your hands is where you receive healing. Put one palm on your navel and one palm on your back, directly behind the navel. Second is Soul Power, which is invoking your soul and the souls of Heaven and Mother Earth. Most important is to invoke the soul of Tao. Here is how to invoke: Dear souls of Tao, Heaven and Mother Earth, I love you. Please heal _________ (state your healing requests). Thank you. Third is Mind Power, which is creative visualization. In one sentence: Where you put your mind is where you receive healing. Visualize golden light shining in the area that needs healing. Fourth is Sound Power, which is chanting healing mantras. We will chant “Tao light.” Tao light, Tao light, Tao light, Tao light … Chant 5 to 10 minutes per time. For chronic and lifethreatening conditions, chant for two hours per day. Light heals; prevents sickness; purifies and rejuvenates soul, heart, mind and body; purifies and rejuvenates the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical bodies; transforms relationships and finances; increases intelligence; opens spiritual channels; prolongs life; and brings success to all life. Tao light has power beyond words. This is one of the most powerful daily practices for healing the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical bodies. I often say, “If you want to know if a pear is sweet, taste it.” If you want to know if Tao healing works, experience it! Join my Tao Healing Miracle Days. To learn more about Master Sha and to register for this event, visit DrSha.com/TaoMiracleHealingDays.

Mind Gardening It Pays to Watch What Is Planted by Dennis Merritt Jones

n unattended mind is like a neglected garden. Potting soil is incredibly receptive to any seeds introduced to it. It has absolutely no discretion when it comes to playing host to seeds; it says, “Yes” to all of them. So it is with our mind, which is amazingly receptive to whatever suggestions are dropped into it. It has been said that the subconscious mind cannot take a joke. Whatever is introduced to it, it takes as serious instruction to grow that thought-seed into a full-blown plant, be it a flower or a weed. When we pause to consider how many thought-seeds are blown, dropped or purposely planted in our mind on a daily basis, it may prompt us to tend to our mental garden with more regularity. These may come from media, negative conversation or overheard comments. The subconscious mind hears it all and takes it personally. The only way to avoid this type of mind pollution is to be consciously focused on what we want to have planted and growing in our flower box called life. It’s a 24/7 proposition to keep it weeded as thousands of mental seeds constantly pour in. A good full-time gardener plants thought-seeds about their self and others that are rooted in reverence and lovingkindness and skillfully nurtures them. Others will then receive nothing but benefit from the seeds we drop along the way. Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., is the author of Your Re-Defining Moments, The Art of Uncertainty and The Art of Being, the source of this essay. He has contributed to the human potential movement and field of spirituality as a minister, teacher, coach and lecturer for 30 years. Learn more at DennisMerrittJones.com. natural awakenings

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Immediate steps: Have a vet implant a tiny RFID (radio frequency identification) microchip. It’s safe, affordable and helps reunite the owner with a lost pet. Spay/ neuter pets to avoid unwanted litters. Spread the word: Only about 30 percent of household pets come from shelters or rescues, according to the ASPCA. To help, suggest that shelters post photos in the lobby, supported by a note about each animal’s good points and special needs to entice potential adopters. Also share YouTube videos that celebrate adoption and advocate controlling the pet population (see Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterStreetMusic1 and Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterStreetMusic2). NA-SD.com

Volunteer: The Motley Zoo, in Redmond, Washington, provides medical care and behavioral training for ill, injured, neglected, abused and unwanted animals mainly from overflowing shelters. About half of its 150 volunteers foster pets; others plan educational events or handle administrative tasks. “Each person has a specialty,” says Jamie Thomas, executive director. “We match fosters and animals to get the best results.” No kill shelters are becoming more common, even though they require uncommon commitment. As part of implementing effective procedures and infrastructure, shelter leadership works to secure the support and involvement of the community. By joining together to implement lifesaving programs and treat each life as precious, a shelter can transform a community. Find a no kill shelter primer at Tinyurl.com/NoKillReform.

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Illegal wildlife trading and loss of habitat are huge and escalating problems wild animals face every day. Small repopulation success stories exist, but progress is slow. Here are some of the most urgent and dramatic perils topping the lengthy endangered species list. Elephants are hunted for their ivory tusks. “China is the largest consumer of ivory, but the United States is second,” says Jeff Flocken, J.D., North American regional director with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), headquartered in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts (ifaw.org). “Every year, 35,000 elephants are killed; an average of one every 15 minutes.” Northern white rhinos once freely roamed East and Central Africa south of the Sahara. Until 1960, there were more than 2,000; today, only five exist—one in the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park, one in a Czech Republic zoo and three at a wildlife conservancy in Kenya. Imported as pets or show attractions, “There are between 10,000 and 20,000 big cats in private hands in America at facilities/businesses not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums,” says Carson Barylak, with IFAW’s Washington, D.C., office. “There are more tigers in private possession in the U.S. than in the wild.” Pangolins eat ants and termites. Hunted for meat and their scales (used in Asian medicines), they are one of the world’s most endangered mammals (see Tinyurl.com/SavePangolins). Thirty years ago, the world population of lowland gorillas numbered 240. Thanks to the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project, in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the population has grown to an estimated 880 (GorillaDoctors. org is supported by SaveAGorilla.org). Led by Ruth Keesling, the project has shown the inestimable value of the species. “Once you’ve looked into the eyes of a gorilla, you’re forever changed,” says her son Frank, in Denver, Colorado.

How to Help

Make saving animals a priority. Contact legislators. Be a law-abiding consumer—don’t buy ivory or other endangered-animal products. Support conservancy groups. Share information. Donate time and money. “IFAW is working to advance legislation to prohibit private ownership of big cats in the U.S. The bill received bipartisan support and we hope to see it become law,” says Barylak. “We’ve asked the U.S. Department of Agriculture to ban direct contact with big cats. It’s harmful to the animals and the people that handle them.” Annual running events with participants donning gorilla costumes raise funds and awareness. Following the Austin, Texas, event in January, runs will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 29 and in Denver, Colorado, on November 1. “Another way to help gorillas is to recycle cell phone and computer batteries. Coltan [tantalite] is used to make batteries—13 percent of the world’s supply of coltan is in the park area of the Congo,” says Frank Keesling. Barriers to improving the lives of animals can be overcome and banished when we believe it’s possible and everyone helps. The animals are counting on us.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS SUNDAY Rancho Santa Fe Certified Farmers’ Market – 9:30am-2pm. 16079 San Dieguito Rd, Rancho Santa Fe, 92091. RanchoSantaFe FarmersMarket.com. Hillcrest Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. At Hillcrest DMV Parking Lot, Lincoln & Normal St, San Diego, 92103. HillcrestFarmersMarket.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9:30am-5pm. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-579-2614. EspressoByTheSeaCafe.com. Leucadia/Encinitas Farmers’ Market & Art Fair – 10am-2pm. Paul Ecke Elementary, 185 Union St, Encinitas, 92024. 760-652-5194. TreePassion@ gmail.com. Nature-Of-Art-Kids.com. San Marcos Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. 1020 W San Marcos Blvd, Old California Restaurant Row Parking Lot, San Marcos, 92078. SDFarmBureau.org. North San Diego (Sikes Adobe) Certified Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. 12655 Sunset Dr, Escondido, 92025. Claire Winnick: 858-735-5311, Info@NorthSDFarmersMarket.com. Solana Beach Farmers’ Market – 1-5pm. 444 S Cedros Ave, in the heart of the Cedros Ave Design District, Solana Beach. 858-755-0444. Karen@SouthCedros.com. CedrosAvenue.com.

MONDAY Chula Vista, Swiss Park Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. 2001 Main St, Chula Vista, 91911. Marlene Salazar: 619-424-8131. Welk Certified Farmers’ Market Place – 3-7pm. Year-round, rain or shine. 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, 92026. 760-651-3630, no texts. FarmersMarketSD@WelkResorts.com.

TUESDAY Coronado Ferry Landing Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6pm. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St, Coronado, 92118. CoronadoFerryLandingShops.com. Escondido Downtown Farmers’ Market – 2:306pm, Oct-Apr; 3:30-7pm, May-Sept. Downtown Escondido’s Certified Farmers’ Market, Grand Ave between Kalmia & Juniper, Escondido, 92025. 760745-8877. DowntownEscondido.com.

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Alpine Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Bethel Church, corner of Tavern & Arnold. 1929 Arnold Way, Alpine, 91901. AlpineFarmersMarket.com. Chula Vista-Otay Ranch Certified Farmers’ Market – 7pm, winter; 4-8pm, summer. 2015 Birch Rd & Eastlake Blvd, Chula Vista, 91915. 619-279-0032. OtayRanchTownCenter.com.

WEDNESDAY Santee Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm, winter; 3-7pm, summer. 9603 Carlton Hills Blvd, corner of Mast & Carlton Hill. 619-449-8427. SanteeCertifiedFarmersMarket@gmail.com. State Street Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. Rain or shine; year-round. On State St between Carlsbad Village Dr & Grand Ave, Carlsbad, 92008. StateStreetMarket.com. Mission Hills Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. W Washington St & Falcon St, San Diego, 92103. Ron La Chance: 858-272-7054, RonLaChance@gsws.com. Encinitas Certified Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm, Oct-Apr; 5-8pm, May-Sept, rain or shine. Parking lot B 600 S Vulcan Ave, corner of E & Vulcan. More info: 760-522-2053, no texts. Manager@ FarmersMarketEncinitas.com. FarmersMarketEncinitas.com. Ocean Beach Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm, JanMar; 5-8pm, Apr-Dec. 4900 block of Newport Ave between Cable & Bacon sts, Ocean Beach, 92107. 619-224-4906. OceanBeachSanDiego.com. Main Street Farmers’ Market – 4-8pm. Historic Downtown Vista, 131 S Indiana Ave. Bill Westendorf: 760-224-9616. Vvba.org/FarmersMarket.html.

THURSDAY Oceanside Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Coast Hwy at Pier View Way, Oceanside, 92054. 619-440-5027. MainStreetOceanside.com. SDSU Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Held during the fall and spring terms. Canceled on rainy days. San Diego State University, Campanile Walkway, between Hepner Hall & Love Library, San Diego, 92182. Clube3.org.

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Linda Vista Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm, winter; 3-7pm, summer. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. 6939 Linda Vista Rd, Linda Vista Plaza Parking Lot, San Diego, 92111. LindaVistaFarmersMarket.com. Chula Vista Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm, Nov-Mar; 3-7pm, Apr-Oct. Center St between Church & Third Ave, Chula Vista, 91910. 619-4221982 x 3. ThirdAvenueVillage.com/Farmers-Market. UTC Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Westfield UTC Mall on Genesee near Macys 9001 Genesee Avenue, San Diego, 92122. 619-7953363. Brian@SDMarketManger.com.

Oceanside Sunset Market – 5-9pm. Tremont St & Pier View Way, adjacent to Coast Hwy, Oceanside, 92054. 760-754-4512. MainStreetOceanside. com or SunsetMarket.com.

FRIDAY La Mesa Certified Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. Date Ave & University Ave, La Mesa, 91941. Suzanne Bendixen: 619-249-9395.

SATURDAY Vista’s Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. County Courthouse (North County Regional Center), 300 block of S Melrose Dr, Vista. 760-945-7425. VistaFarmersMarket.com. City Heights Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. WIC, EBT, Debit/Credit accepted. Fresh Funds Matching Program offered. 4325 Wightman between 43rd & Fairmont Ave, San Diego, 92105. CityHeightsFarmersMarket.com. Little Italy Mercato – 9am-1:30pm. Year-round; rain or shine. At Date & India sts, San Diego, 92101. LittleItalyMercato.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9:30am-4pm. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-579-2614. EspressoByTheSeaCafe.com. Del Mar Farmers’ M a rk e t – 1 - 4 p m . Ye a r- r o u n d . 1 0 5 0 Camino Del Mar, between 10th & 11th sts, Del Mar, 92014. DelMarFarmersMarket.org. People’s Produce Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-6pm. Certified farmers’ market just west of the Euclid Trolley Station. Fresh produce, prepared food, fitness activities, healthy living demonstrations and handmade gifts. EBT and WIC accepted. 4981 Market St (Market & Euclid). ProjectNewVillage.org.

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K9 Cancer Walk – 9am-1pm. A walk benefiting canine cancer research. 1- and 3-mile walks. Liberty Station, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, 92106. MorrisAnimalFoundation.org.

Free Composting Workshop – 6-8pm. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms, and how to save water in the process with Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. REI Kearny Mesa, 5556 Copley Dr, San Diego, 92111. Register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org.

Fix a Leak Week – Mar 17-23. How to and more info: Sdcwa.org/FixALeakWeek.

Solar Energy Workshop – 4-5pm. Learn about solar energy, the installation process, potential savings, and rebates and incentives. $10. Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, 137 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, 92024. Space limited; register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Birding and Optics Expo – Mar 4-8. Shop for the things you need to stay at the top of your game, learn about the best places to bird worldwide, and meet some of birding’s hottest “cele-birdies.” Free and open to the public. Marina Village Conference Center, Baja Room, 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, 92109. More info: SanDiegoAudubon.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Spring Plant Sale – 9am-4:30pm. The California Native Plant Society, San Diego and Orange County Chapters, will celebrate spring at Tree of Life Nursery. Public invited to free talks and CNPS experts will be on hand to answer your questions on native plants for your garden. Tree of Life Nursery, 33201 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano. More info: cnpssd.org. Guided Nature Walk at San Elijo Lagoon – 1-3pm. Learn about the native plants and about the ecology of this lagoon that makes this a special place. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Solana Beach. More info & to register: SDHort. org/event-1849434.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 First Aid for Dogs and Cats – 1-5pm. Covers both dog and cat issues for $60/person and includes either a Dog or Cat Pet First Aid Handbook (or pay $80 for both books) and Pet First Aid certification. San Diego Humane Society North Campus, 572 Airport Rd, Oceanside, 92058. Pre-register: 619243-3490 or SDHumane.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 9 Eucalyptus: The Good, Bad and Ugly – 6-8:30pm. Speaker, Dr. Matt Ritter, will explore the history, ecology and uses of eucalypts in California landscapes and survey appropriate small, drought tolerant species. San Diego Horticultural Society Meeting. All welcome. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, 92014. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHort.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Be Connected, Be Well: Reduce Stress with Mind-Body Medicine – 6-7:30pm. Anesia Groves, ND, will share techniques and resources to help you maintain wellness of mind, body and spirit. Free. Bastyr University California, 4110 Sorrento Valley Blvd, San Diego, 92121. 858-246-9730. BastyrClinic.org/News/Events/2015/Be-Connected-BeWell-Mind-Body. Free Movie Night: Becoming California – 6:309pm. Film is a powerful exploration of our past, present and future relationship with California’s changing environment. Sierra Club Office, 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Ste 101, San Diego, 92111. SanDiego.SierraClub.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Tomatomania – 9am-3pm. California’s largest tomato seedling sale featuring hundreds of heirloom and hybrid tomato varieties, expert advice, and the accessories. Free admission with charge for presentations: $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. To register: conta.cc/15aoxc6. TheGarden.org. Garden Work Party – 1-3pm. Zen and the Art of Weeding. Old Town State Park Native Garden, Taylor & Congress sts. More info, Kay Stewart: FieldTrips@cnpssd.org. cnpssd.org. Free Composting Workshop – 2:30-3:30pm. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms, and how to save water in the process with Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Farmer Leo’s, 1920 S El Camino Real at Manchester Ave, Encinitas, 92024. Register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Puppy Love 5k – 8am-1pm. Family and dogfriendly fun. Activities include a timed 5k, kid activities, a costume contest and paw-some prizes. Help raise funds for the Helen Woodward Animal Center. Held at Lake Poway. More info: AnimalCenter.org/Events/PuppyLove. San Diego Audubon Restoration Event – 9:30am12:30pm. Help remove invasive vegetation in Mission Bay with San Diego Audubon to protect the endangered California Least Tern. RSVP & directions, Christina Hirt: 858-273-7800 x106 or Hirt@SanDiegoAudubon.org.

Natives for Novices – 6:30-7pm. Speaker: Susan Marchetti. Why we should choose native from the same community when designing a native garden. Pre-Chapter meeting. Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park, Rm 101 or 104, 1800 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. cnpssd.org. Coaster Meeting – 6:30-8:30pm. Coasters (North County Coastal Group) member meeting with a talk from Marjorie Fox, Director of the Encinitas Environmental Education (E3) Cluster about their activities. 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr, Encinitas, 92024. More info: SanDiego.SierraClub.org. Diversification of Ceanothus – 7:30pm. Speaker: Dylan Burge. Presentation will focus on the interesting story of Ceanothus diversification involving new research findings from several fields. California Native Plant Society meeting. Open to the public. Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park, Rm 101 or 104, 1800 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. cnpssd.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Fix a Leak Week Workshop – 11:30am-1pm. Hosted by the city of Oceanside. A presentation on household leaks, ways to identify them and tips for fixing them. Oceanside Civic Center Community Room, 300 N Coast Hwy. Reservations requested: 760-435-5857 or kcoogan@ci.oceanside.ca.us.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Fix a Leak Week Workshop – Sessions on indoor leaks, 1pm & 4:30pm. Sessions on outdoor leaks, 2pm & 5:30pm. Hosted by the San Dieguito Water District and the Olivenhain Municipal Water District. Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. Registration requested: conserve@sdwd.org. Wag & Walk: La Costa Glen Trails – 2-4pm. A fun fitness adventure for canines and their human companions. Enjoy a morning exercising and getting to know some of the SD Humane Society’s animals looking for a loving home. 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 920091. Info/register: SDHumane.org. Introduction to Veterinary Holistic Health Care Lecture – 6:30-8pm. Veterinarian Dr. Katie Kangas will present an overview of topics which include nutrition, acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy, massage, laser therapy and PT/rehab for dogs and cats. Please leave pets at home. $12/ person. San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, 92110. Pre-register: 619-243-3490 or SDHumane.org.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Navy Woof Walk – 8am-12pm. A 1-mile dog walk, live music, pet expo, doggie obstacle course, the Purina Incredible Performance Team demonstrations and more. The San Diego Humane Society will be offering free microchipping, Ask the Trainer Booth and adoptions. Admiral Baker Park, 2400 Admiral Baker Rd, San Diego, 92124. More info & register: SDHumane.org. Free Composting Workshop – 2-4pm. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms, and how to save water in the process with Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Ocean Knoll Farm, 910 Melba Rd, Encinitas, 92024. Register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org. Spring Equinox at the Medicine Wheel – 2-5pm. This year, for Spring Equinox, the full sphere of the wheel is to be engaged. Join us for an afternoon of meditation and ceremony and our first open Drum Circle. Bring: water, portable chair(s), light snack, hand instruments: drums, cymbal, gong, etc. $3/garden fee (paid at wheel). Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Info: AltaVistaGardens.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Wag & Walk: Daley Ranch – 8:30-10:30am. A fun fitness adventure for canines and their human companions. Enjoy a morning exercising and getting to know some of the SD Humane Society’s animals looking for a loving home. 3024 La Honda Dr, Escondido, 92027. Info/register: SDHumane.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 23 Mind-blowing Demo – 6:30-8:30pm. Higher Brain Living creates an energy surge to the Higher Brain, opening a gateway to expansive higher living like no other. Learn to activate this by attending a live, mind-blowing demonstration. Free if pre-registered; $97 at the door. Hilton-San Diego, 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar. More info and to register: HigherBrainLivingEvents.com/san-diego.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 San Diego Audubon Restoration Event – 9:30am12:30pm. Help remove invasive vegetation in Mission Bay with San Diego Audubon to protect the endangered California Least Tern. RSVP & directions, Christina Hirt: 858-273-7800 x106 or Hirt@SanDiegoAudubon.org. Free Composting Workshop – 10am-12pm. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms, and how to save water in the process with Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Crestridge Ecology Reserve, 1171 Horsemill Rd, El Cajon, 92021. Register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org. Alta Vista Beer Gardens Pro-Am – 12-5pm. Benefits the garden. 6-course meal & food pairing, live entertainment, silent auction, door prizes. $25/ advance, $30/at door. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Tickets & info: AltaVistaGardens.org.

3333 Bear Valley Pkwy, Escondido, 92025. More info & to register: SDHumane.org. San Diego Audubon Restoration Event – 9:30am12:30pm. Help remove invasive vegetation in Mission Bay with San Diego Audubon to protect the endangered California Least Tern. RSVP & directions, Christina Hirt: 858-273-7800 x106 or Hirt@SanDiegoAudubon.org. Drought-Proof Your Landscape with Greywater – 10am-3pm. Taught by Ponizil Energy owner and operator, Dadla Ponizil. $65. The Ranch, 441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, 92024. More info & to register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org.

upcoming SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Wag & Walk: San Elijo Lagoon Trail – 9-11am. A fun fitness adventure for canines and their human companions. Enjoy a morning exercising and getting to know some of the SD Humane Society’s animals looking for a loving home. 2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, 92007. Info/register: SDHumane.org. Free Composting Workshop – 10am-12pm. Learn the basics of composting, how to compost with worms, and how to save water in the process with Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, 1250 Laguna Dr, Carlsbad, 92008. Register: 760-436-7986 x 222 or SolanaCenter.org.

markyourcalendar SATURDAY, APRIL 25 HEALTHY SKIN FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND OUTSIDE IN

Lecture by Elina Fedotova, Cosmetic Chemist, Herbalist, Nutritionist, Esthetician and President of AHSCP. Attendees will gain a wealth of knowledge within the world of holistic skincare. All present will receive a free skin analysis. To register: Members@HolisticSkinCarePractitioners.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26 & MONDAY, APRIL 27 Holistic Skincare Practitioner Level 1 Certification – April 26-27 (2-day lectures/workshops). With Elina Fedotova, Cosmetic Chemist, Herbalist, Nutritionist, Esthetician and President of AHSCP. Licensed estheticians will learn the most scientifically advanced holistic techniques in order to impart healthy skin to their clients. To register: Members@HolisticSkinCarePractitioners.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 29 Walk for Animals: Paws in the Park – 7am-12pm. A 2.5-mile walk that benefits the San Diego Humane Society. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, vendor village and fun doggie activities. Kit Carson Park,

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ongoing events daily $15 Yoga Classes – Bring your child into class with you for Vinyasa Mama Tues & Thurs at 9:15am or childcare is available during class Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30am & Sat, 9am. Nature’s Whisper Yoga, 4205 Park Blvd, San Diego, 92103. 760-213-1110. NaturesWhisper.com. Donations Accepted – 9:30am-6pm, Mon-Fri; 9:30am-5pm, Sat; 11am-5pm, Sun. All profits support individuals with Autism and other developmental or learning disabilities. Potpourri Thrift & Resale, 1024 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, 92054. 760-722-1880. Potpourri@TeriInc.org. TeriInc.org. Yoga Classes – Days & times vary. Iyengar for beginners and advanced practitioners. Iyengar Yoga Center of North County, 2210 Encinitas Blvd, Ste U, Encinitas, 92024. 760-632-0040. IyengarYogaNorthCounty.com.

sunday Reiki Levels 1, 2, Master & Teacher – Nationally certified courses. 1 day classes. Ongoing throughout the year. Earn CE credits. More info: 760-593-4595, CULearn.net. Spirit Dance Sacred Sunday – 10am-12pm. Join us for a simple yet profound ecstatic dance. Malashock Studio, The Dance Place 2650 Truxton Rd, San Diego, 92106. More info: 619-787-2389 or BodyWorldArts.com. Grow Getters: Propagation and a Pot Luck Lunch – 11:30am-3pm. 1st Sun. Learn more about propagation and potting plants. Help us grow our growing area. Free. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Info & sign up: LWalag@ AltaVistaGardens.org. AltaVistaGardens.org. C o m p o s t i n g Wo r k s h o p s – 1 - 2 p m . C h ula Vista Nature Center, E St & Bay Blvd. To reserve: 619-409-5900. ChulaVistaCA.gov.

monday Volunteer Bird Count – 7:30am-12pm. 2nd Mon. All levels of experience welcome. For more info & to receive an automatic reply with meeting location, contact Robert Patton: Birds@SanElijo.org. Bird Watching Monday – 8am. 1st Mon. Discover the fascinating birds and the unique art of bird-watching. San Diego Botanical Garden, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917. SDBGarden.org. Sculpting Classes – 2-5pm. Also Thurs, 10:3012:30pm. Year round; start anytime. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. More info: AltaVistaGardens.org.

San Diego Horticultural Society Meeting – 6-9pm. 2nd Mon. All welcome. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, 92014. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHort.org.

exchange ideas and experiences, and to learn the latest news about the San Diego River Park. Open to the public. Mission Valley Library, Community Rm, 2123 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, 92108. SanDiegoRiver.org.

able garden docent. Bring your questions and hear the secrets and stories that make our garden special. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. 619-660-0614. TheGarden.org.

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Friday Night Liberty – 5-9pm. 1st Fri. Evening of free open artist studios, galleries and performances throughout NTC Arts & Cultural District at Liberty Station. NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, 92106. More info, Whitney Roux: 619-573-9300, WRoux@ NTCFoundation.org.

Friends of Famosa Slough Bird Walk – 1-3pm. 3rd Sat. An easy walk with good views of a variety of birds and salt marsh habitat. Free. Meet at the kiosk by the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd, San Diego, 92138. 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org.

California Native Plant Society San Diego Chapter – 7pm. 3rd Tues (except Aug & Dec). Free lectures on a variety of California native plant topics. Open to the public. Casa Del Prado, Balboa Park, Rm 101 or 104, 1800 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. cnpssd.org.

wednesday River Rescue – 1st & 3rd Wed. Team attacks and removes smaller and harder to reach trash sites along the river. All tools and supplies provided. More info: 619-297-7380 or Doug@ SanDiegoRiver.org. Wednesday Trail Walk – 10am. 1st Wed. Explore trails of Balboa Park with a ranger. Leisurely pace. Difficulty level varies, check trail map. Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. 619-2351122. BalboaPark.org. San Diego Herb Club Meeting – 7pm. 1st Wed. Monthly program topics vary. Round table discussions held to assemble gardening tips specific to the San Diego herbal gardener. Visitors welcome. Casa del Prado, Room 101, Balboa Park. 619-579-0222. FollowingSeasons.com/TheSanDiegoHerbClub.html.

thursday Shelter Island Walk and Talk Bunch – 1011:15am. Take a walk from the parking lot at Bali Hai to the end of Shelter Island and back (2.2-mile roundtrip). Some go to lunch after. Free. Bali Hai, 2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, 92106. Walkabout-Int.org. Balboa Park History Stroll – 11am-12pm. Specially trained History Center guides lead this easypaced stroll through the Park, revealing many of the intriguing aspects of its past, present and future. Reservations requested, but walk-ups welcome. $10-$12. San Diego History Center, 1649 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. SanDiegoHistory.org.

friday Monthly Network Luncheon – 11am-2pm. 2nd Fri. Speaker, introductions, shoutouts, displays, gifts. Rancho Santa Fe. More info: WomensWisdom.net. Public Tours of Scripps Oceanography – 12-1pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Learn more about the research and discovery under way at Scripps Oceanography with an outdoor walking tour. Free, but registration required. Scripps Institution of Oceanography, 8622 Kennel Way, San Diego, 92037. To register: ScrippsOceanography.eventbrite.com. San Diego River Coalition – 3-4:30pm. 3rd Fri. Meet other people interested in the river, to

saturday Guided Bird Walk – 8-10am. 3rd Sat. Join MTRP Trail Guide and resident Birder, Jeanne Raimond, for an adventure in Bird Watching. If have binoculars and/or a field guide, please bring them. For location: MTRP.org. Wildlife Tracking Walks – 8:30-10:30am. 1st Sat. Learn to recognize and identify various signs left behind by resident wildlife. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org. Famosa Slough Work Party – 9am. 2nd Sat of odd months. Meet along W Pt Loma Blvd about 200 ft east of the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd. RSVP: 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org.

University Heights Point Restoration – 1-3pm. 1st Sat. Projects range from trash pickup, nonnative plant removal, planting native plants and trail maintenance. 6800 Easton Ct, San Diego, 92120. Contact Ranger Jason: 619-235-5262 or JWallen@ SanDiego.gov. CSA San Diego Support Group Meeting – 2pm. 4th Sat. The Celiac Sprue Association is a national support organization that provides information and referral services for persons with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis. Rady Children’s Medical Office Bldg, 3030 Children’s Way, San Diego, 92123. GlutenFreeInSD.com. Home Grown Community Gardening Classes – 2-3pm. 4th Sat, except Dec. With Diane Hollister, master gardener and composter. Garden and grow food in one’s own back yard. Pre-registration required. Free. El Corazon Compost Facility, 3210 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, 92054. 800-262-4167 x 4. AgriServiceInc.com.

Dog Beach Cleanup – 9-11am. 2nd Sat. You and your friendly dog are invited to join Friends of Dog Beach at our regular Beach Cleanups. All cleanup supplies provided, along with treats for you and your dog. Dog Beach, North Ocean Beach. More info: 619-523-1700. DogWash.com/html/BeachCleanup.htm. San Elijo Lagoon Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. 3rd Sat. Locations vary, and activities typically include habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, planting of new native plants, trash pickup and removal, and trail maintenance. More info: SanElijo.org. Ruffin Canyon Care Restoration – 9am-12pm. 1st Sat. Bring gloves and hand tools if have, but loaners available. Wear hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, and long sleeves. Ruffin Canyon, 9298 Shawn Ave, San Diego, 92123. 619-840-8327. Yoga in the Garden – 9:30-10:30am. Get in touch with nature, relax your body and renew your spirit. Basic yoga flow format. No prior yoga experience required. $10/drop-in. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. More info: AltaVistaGardens.org. Kids in the Garden – 10am-12pm. 2nd Sat. New topic each month. $5/child (accompanied adults free); free/members. Alta Vista Gardens, Children’s Garden, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Reserve: 760-822-6824 or FarmerJones@ AltaVistaGardens.org. AltaVistaGardens.org. Docent-Led Guided Tours – 10:30am. Last Sat. Tour focuses on water-wise plants. Free with admission or membership. San Diego Botanical Garden, Visitor Center, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917. SDBGarden.org. Free Garden Tour – 10:30-11:30am. Tour the lush, colorful and water-wise garden with a knowledge-

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