Rooted Remedies
Fire cider and other wellness elixirs soothe wintertime ailments. One of the first concoctions Brooke Walshaw, founder of Terroir Herbals in Reno, made during her journey to becoming an herbalist was fire cider. This old-school folk remedy is derived from oxymels — mixtures of honey and vinegar used as medicine. They date back nearly 2,500 […]
The Facts Unshelled
Get a protein and omega-3 boost with California-grown walnuts. Peruse the produce section or baking aisle of nearly any grocery store this time of year and you’re likely to find walnuts available in bulk. Those walnuts probably were harvested in California, given the state produces 99 percent of America’s domestic walnuts. The United States Department […]
All is Merry and Bright
Delicious holiday celebration ideas bring family and friends together in jovial delight. ’Tis the season for holiday cheer and gatherings galore! This year, perhaps a few updated takes on those age-old traditions are due. As festive table runners and centerpieces are placed, consider the awe you’ll inspire by presenting a beautifully prepared goose or duck […]
Leading the Change in Health and Wellness
Meet exceptional providers of local care. The Peace Offering Reconnect to your true nature at The Peace Offering, which partners with exceptional local yogis, Indigenous elders, and healers from around the world to offer enriching classes, workshops, and all-inclusive retreats. Its mission is to reconnect participants with their roots and the ancient wisdom of the […]
School of Bees
Local academics create children’s book. Before Felicity Muth started her career as an assistant professor at The University of Texas at Austin, she found herself with some downtime and wanted to fill it with an activity that felt purposeful. She had worked with bumblebees and other species while earning her doctorate degree at the University […]
Leading the Change in Health and Wellness
Meet exceptional providers of local care. Sierra Smiles As we enter the season of sugary treats, it’s always important to consider the risk for cavities. Should you or your children indulge, be sure to drink water afterward to help return pH levels back to normal. “Sugar in candy, soda, and juice can drastically affect the […]
Pollinator Ambassadors Unite!
4-H program brings youths together for a purpose. Youths across the United States are taking an active role in supporting pollinator health through the 4-H Pollinator Habitat Program, made possible with grants from the National 4-H Council and Corteva Agriscience. For the first time, this year the program was offered in Nevada. The University of […]
Biggest Little Bee City
Promoting pollinator health through national campaign. Reno is all abuzz with its progress on pollinator protection. Last year, Reno followed Carson City’s lead and joined the Bee City USA campaign, a nationwide initiative led by Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. Reno City Council members approved a resolution to conserve native pollinators by increasing the abundance […]
Bee-ing Mindful
Protecting pollinators benefits the region, world, and future. When people mention the doom and gloom of the bee population dwindling, it’s important to pay attention. According to Encyclopedia Britannica, there are about 20,000 species of bees in the world, and they are the most important insect pollinators. A steady decline of up to 40 percent […]
Bee Goods
Locally made pro-pollinator products. Local Honey Enjoy 2-pound, 1-pound, 16-ounce, and 8-ounce jars of honey produced locally and strained to perfection, which won the Good Food Awards in 2017 and 2021. Available at retail outlets in Yerington, Fallon, Smith Valley, Gardnerville, Minden, and Carson City. Find them at Hall’s Honey in Yerington Prices vary Hallshoney.com […]