Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Review...

I have to admit that I have a love/hate relationship with insect repellents that contain DEET.  On the one hand the stuff works and on the other hand the chemical composition of DEET is just plain disturbing.  DEET was developed by the U.S. Army during WWII and was released to the public in 1957.  Before being used as a human insect repellent, DEET was used as a experimental pesticide. N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide,...

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Pack Smart and Hit the Trail When exploring the great outdoors, don’t forget to pack a few necessities to ensure happy trails. By Linda Shelton With summer at its peak, it’s time to trek up those winding trails into the woods for some hiking, campfires and maybe even some lakeside basking in the sun. Though camping means being one with nature, the great outdoors also means harsh ultraviolet rays, pesky bugs...

WholeFoods Magazine…....

Make Room for Natural Grooming Last, don’t forget to stock a few items for pet hygiene and grooming. One place to start is with a couple of high-quality natural pet shampoos. According to Larry Plesent, founder of Vermont Soap, Middlebury, VT, “Aloe vera has real anti-inflammatory properties in soap products, and so do many herbs and botanicals. Some essential oils have strong antifungal effects.” And, Alison Lewey,...

Top 10 Women in Maine...

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Welcome to the New EcoBlends...

EcoBlends is a DEET-FREE, Natural insect repellent clinically PROVEN to repel biting insects for up to 4 hours. Created with a selected blend of essential oils and based on Native American herbal wisdom, EcoBlends is a superior insect repellent and safe for children, animals and adults. Unlike other insect repellents, EcoBlends is safe for the earth because it’s derived from herbs and plants. EcoBlends popularity comes...