Natural Awakenings Dallas-Fort Worth April 2024 Read the Natural Awakenings Dallas-Fort Worth April 2024 Issue. Read the Natural Awakenings Dallas-Fort Worth April 2024 Issue. Natural Awakenings Dallas-Fort Worth April 2024 Read the Natural Awakenings Dallas-Fort Worth April 2024 Issue. Read More » Ecotourism and Agritourism Intersect in Glen Rose High Hope Ranch and Fossil Rim Wildlife Center are neighboring eco-destinations that share lineage and a passionate, intertwined commitment to land conservation Read More » Eco-Tourism at its Finest The Hideaway Ranch and Refuge is located in the North Central Texas Hill Country between Glen Rose and Stephenville, with 11 private cabins, three-and-a half miles of hiking trails Read More » North Texas Agricultural Bounty is Everywhere According to the U.S. Travel Association, an increasingly popular and growing opportunity for agricultural producers is agritourism. North Texas offers visitors a unique opportunity Read More » Sierra Club Meets Nature Head-On Mark Stein is the outings leader and former outings committee chair for the Dallas Sierra Club. Founded in 1892, their mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the Earth. Read More » Earth Day 2024 Events Earth Day 2024 – 9am-2pm. A day of nature-themed activities, guided hikes, exploration and more. All activities are free and will be available in and around the Nature Center. Read More » North Texas Prepares for Solar Eclipse on April 8 North Texas is preparing for a total solar eclipse on April 8, an astronomical event that promises to be a memorable spectacle. It will offer a rare opportunity for residents and visitors Read More » New Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities, hosted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), have launched a new Read More » Frisco Rotary Farmers Market Relocates Frisco Rotary Farmers Market at Kaleidoscope Park is moving to a new location at Kaleidoscope Park, in Frisco, on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 6 through December 16 Read More » EarthX Weeklong Earth Day Congress The EarthX Congress of Conferences will convene leading experts in sustainability, finance, oceans and conservation from April 22 through 26, at the Hilton Anatole, in Dallas. Read More » Wild Earth Expeditions at Dallas Zoo The nonprofit Dallas Zoo Wild Earth Action Team is presenting a series of Wild Earth Expeditions for attendees 18 and older to explore the natural world, educate participants on conservation Read More » Movies That Matter at the Museum Fort Worth Movies That Matter will screen the film A Decent Home at 7 p.m., April 4, at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. This feature-length documentary by Sara Terry addresses Read More » Brewing a climate solution Did you know that carbon dioxide (CO2) is a vital component for beer? Not only does it carbonate the beverage, it cleans the empty beer cans prior to filling and is used to help a bartender Read More » Earth Day Every Day Involves Our Very Survival As we celebrate Earth Day 2024, it strikes me that the familiar saying, “Earth Day is every day,” may finally be within sight of our collective consciousness. Read More » Sustainable Travel: Wanderlust With the Earth in Mind Travel enriches us culturally & socially. Yet, in eco-critical times, it's crucial to minimize our environmental impact. Every traveler can contribute positively to both Earth & local communities. Read More » Farm Vacations: American Agritourism Grows in Post-Pandemic Times Long a staple of European travel, agritourism is growing in popularity in the US, as concrete-weary urbanites seek out a taste of country living and a way to support small-scale farms. Read More » Ashley Walsh: From Personal Health Crisis to Organic Farming Ashley Walsh, founder of Pocono Organics, one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified vegetable farms in North America, emphasizes regenerative organic farming's impact on nutrition and the environment. Read More » From Organic to Grass-Fed to Regenerative: Finding the Best Farming Practices Understanding terms like grass-fed, organic, and regenerative empowers consumers to make informed choices aligned with their values and priorities for healthier eating and sustainable agriculture. Read More » Organic Chicken Bone Broth This slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas, offering a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports sustainable farming practices and animal welfare. Read More » Grass-Fed Beef Liver Liver is a nutrient powerhouse. Opt for grass-fed beef liver from regenerative farms. Read More » Connecting to Sentient Earth Each April, Mother Nature spills blossoms from her apron as songbirds trill and prepare for the next generation. Our planet is alive on levels beyond our senses or scientific instruments. Read More » A Look at Single-Use Plastics: Understanding the Challenges and Solutions Single-use plastics are marketed as disposable, however most are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics. Read More » Get Fit and Get Outside: How to Prepare for Outdoor Treks Hitting the trails offers something for everyone, whether it’s hiking for the day or backpacking and roughing it overnight in remote areas. Read More » Relief for Parkinson’s Patients: How Traditional and Complementary Interventions Can Help Parkinson’s affects nearly 1 million Americans, causing gradual dopamine loss. Exercise, sleep and even intimacy with a partner can all be managed well once dopamine levels are brought up. Read More » Exploring Beyond the Classroom: Nurturing Healthy Minds Through Travel Travel helps children see the world from a broader perspective and become more interested in other cultures because of their travel experiences. Read More » Taking Pets on Family Trips: Holistic Tips for Stress-Free Traveling Travel can stress pets, causing anxiety symptoms like barking, pacing, and aggression. Understanding their perspective and providing comfort during journeys fosters a harmonious bond. Read More » Treating Diabetes With Healthy Food and Exercise Daniel J. Cox's innovative Type-2 diabetes management approach, funded by NIH, prioritizes education on diet and exercise over weight loss or medication. Read More » County Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis San Mateo County, near San Francisco, declares loneliness a public health crisis, future efforts may include infrastructure investments, social media campaigns, and mental health funding. Read More » Treating Anxiety With Mindfulness A JAMA Psychiatry study shows mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an effective treatment option for anxiety disorders, which holds promise for managing anxiety symptoms. Read More » New Way to Diagnose Autism Yale scientists linked two neurodevelopmental abnormalities to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which could aid diagnosis and identify potential treatments. Read More » 10 Takeaways From World Economic Forum The World Economic Forum met in Davos, Switzerland. The meeting focused on the importance and driving principals of trust. Read More » Sea of Methane Endangers Planet Research in Svalbard unveils vast methane reserves. Thawing permafrost could unleash it, triggering warming feedback loops. Read More » In Vitro Fertilization May Save Nearly Extinct Rhino Scientists at the BioRescue project have announced a breakthrough in embryo transfer that could save the northern white rhinoceros from extinction. Read More » Hearing a Solar Eclipse Millions will witness a total solar eclipse from Texas to Maine on April 8. Harvard's LightSound lets visually impaired people experience it through sound. Read More » Heal Our World Checklist Our current practices are depleting Earth's resources faster than they can replenish. It takes 1.5 years to renew what we use annually, signaling an unsustainable trajectory for the planet's future. Read More » In-Print April 2024 April 2024 Issue Eco Travel Issue