Essential resources that have guided countless seasons of learning and practice.
Like trusted field guides passed from one naturalist to another, these resources have proven their worth through years of use. Each has something valuable to offer on your journey toward natural living.
Research-based information on circadian rhythm health, light therapy, and natural sleep optimization. Includes practical guidance for managing sleep in urban environments with light pollution.
Comprehensive guides on how light affects sleep quality and circadian rhythms. Provides practical recommendations for managing artificial light exposure and optimizing natural light for better sleep.
Clinical research on light therapy and seasonal affective disorder treatment. Offers evidence-based protocols for using light therapy to regulate circadian rhythms and improve mood.
Cutting-edge research on circadian rhythm disorders and treatment approaches. Features practical applications of circadian science for improving sleep, energy, and overall health in modern environments.
Expert resources for safe mushroom identification and foraging practices. Includes beginner guides, safety protocols, and local foraging group directories for those interested in wild mushroom hunting.
Comprehensive database of edible wild plants with detailed identification guides, preparation methods, and safety information. Focuses on plants commonly found in urban and suburban environments.
Professional forager's guide to finding edible and medicinal plants in urban parks and wild spaces. Includes seasonal calendars, identification tips, and sustainable harvesting practices.
Professional training and resources for forest bathing and nature therapy practices. Provides evidence-based approaches to using nature connection for mental and physical health benefits.
Research and resources on the benefits of nature connection for all ages. Includes practical guides for incorporating nature experiences into urban living and family life.
Educational content on building deeper relationships with the natural world, including urban nature exploration, wildlife observation, and environmental stewardship practices.
Traditional ecological knowledge and practices for developing deep nature connection skills. Focuses on indigenous wisdom traditions and their applications in modern life.
Science-based information on creating non-toxic homes using natural cleaning methods. Includes DIY cleaning recipes, product safety guides, and pollutant reduction strategies for urban living environments.
Medical perspective on natural cleaning methods, including health benefits of reducing chemical exposure and evidence-based guidance on effective natural cleaning ingredients and techniques.
Comprehensive database of cruelty-free cleaning and household products that meet strict ethical standards. Helps identify natural, ethical cleaning products that align with sustainable living practices.
Professional training resources for natural cleaning techniques adapted for home use. Features advanced natural cleaning chemistry, proper dilution ratios, and safety protocols for effective green cleaning.
Guide to identifying responsibly sourced wood and paper products for home use. Helps consumers choose materials that support sustainable forestry and ethical harvesting practices.
Database of products designed for circular economy principles, including furniture, textiles, and building materials. Features items made with renewable materials and designed for end-of-life reuse.
Resources for incorporating natural building materials and techniques into modern homes. Covers earth plasters, natural paints, and sustainable renovation approaches for urban dwellings.
Educational resources for traditional craft techniques including woodworking, pottery, fiber arts, and metalworking. Features historical context and modern applications of traditional making skills.
Cooperative extension programs teaching traditional food preservation, natural dyeing, and heritage crafts. Connects modern practitioners with time-tested techniques for sustainable living.
Documentary project preserving traditional Appalachian skills including blacksmithing, traditional building, and subsistence practices. Offers detailed documentation of time-tested techniques.
Community of practitioners dedicated to understanding and teaching primitive and traditional technologies. Features scholarly articles and practical guides for stone tools, natural materials, and ancestral skills.
Comprehensive guides for growing food in small urban spaces, including container gardening, vertical growing systems, and season extension techniques. Features practical tutorials and troubleshooting guides for urban gardeners.
Extensive collection of urban gardening resources including soil preparation, composting in small spaces, and season-specific growing guides. Developed for city gardeners working with limited space and challenging conditions.
Research-backed guides for maximizing food production in urban environments. Covers everything from windowsill herbs to rooftop gardens, with focus on practical techniques that work in real urban conditions.
Like well-worn paths in a familiar forest, these resources have been traveled by many who came before. Each has something valuable to teach — whether you're just beginning to explore natural living or have been walking this path for years.
A note on exploration: These links lead to their creators' original homes on the web. Take what serves you, leave what doesn't, and let your own experience be your guide.