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Discover “Aware Animals” by Mira Petrova: A Zero-Waste Comic Bringing Environmental Awareness to Life
Explore the vibrant Aware Animals comic series by Bulgarian artist Mira Petrova, a creative project that turns zero-waste education into fun, visually engaging storytelling. This blog post highlights her unique illustrations, the environmental message behind them, and why her work resonates with anyone trying to live more consciously. Discover how Mira’s art aligns with Terra On The Bench’s mission to make sustainability accessible, practical, and a natural part of everyday life..
Where the River Roars: The End of Devil’s Hole Trail
Devil’s Hole Gorge Trail End: Where the Niagara River Shows Its Power
At the end of the Devil’s Hole Gorge trail near Niagara Falls, the landscape opens to jagged rocks carved with water-filled holes and a stretch of river moving at full force. The Niagara River races past in violent green-and-white rapids, fast enough for whitewater rafting in theory but far too strong and dangerous in reality. Standing at the water’s edge, surrounded by eroded stone and roaring current, makes it clear how glacial melt and constant flow shaped Devil’s Hole Gorge into one of upstate New York’s most intense and unforgettable hiking destinations.
Discovering the Lafayette Heritage Nature Trail: History, Beauty, and Why You Should Visit
Experience the hidden beauty of Lafayette Heritage Nature Trail in Tallahassee, Florida — a scenic 4-mile trail featuring elevated boardwalks, lush pine flatwoods, and sweeping views of Lafayette Lake. Located within Tom Brown Park, this family-friendly trail offers hiking, biking, fishing, and wildlife spotting just minutes from downtown. Discover the unique history of the area, from its early use as farmland to its transformation into a protected greenway. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Lafayette Heritage Trail is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, photographers, and outdoor explorers.
The Greenwashing of Juneteenth: Corporate Sponsorship, But No Real Change
Juneteenth marks Black liberation, but corporate celebrations often stop at banners, cookouts, and slogans—while environmental harm in Black communities continues unchecked. This article examines how companies publicly honor Juneteenth while simultaneously polluting neighborhoods, exploiting labor, and resisting climate and environmental justice policies. Through real-world case studies involving major corporations and energy infrastructure, this piece challenges performative solidarity and argues that true liberation must include clean air, safe water, and material accountability.
Four Leaves from Sleeping Giant: A Small Collection of Autumn Stories
Four Leaves from Sleeping Giant: A Small Collection of Autumn Stories
The forest floor at Sleeping Giant State Park tells its own fall story if you slow down enough to look. From the sturdy, textured leaves of chestnut oak to the rich reds and mitten-shaped forms of sassafras, each fallen leaf reflects how New England forests change with the season. This leaf-focused hike highlights natural color variation, tree diversity, and why paying attention to small details can be just as meaningful as reaching the summit.
Sleeping Giant State Park: The Trail for a giant, of course
Sleeping Giant State Park Nature Trail Mountains
A hike at Sleeping Giant State Park is not a casual walk in the woods. The rocky terrain, steady elevation gain, and mountain paths leading to the summit make this Connecticut trail both physically demanding and rewarding. From steep hills to stone-covered paths that feel almost climbable in places, Sleeping Giant offers a true mountain hiking experience for those looking to test their endurance while surrounded by classic New England forest scenery.