Thursday, August 21, 2025
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Network of Nature
Nature is like a friendship, not a pharmaceutical drug
Author: Jeremy A Lewis (BA psychology, MPH epidemiology, MLA student class of 2027)
A fascinating paradigm in healthcare and social services called social prescribing views time in nature among other social or recreational activities as a complement to modern medicine (1). As a response to the social or behavioural factors that powerfully i...
Thursday, August 14, 2025
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Network of Nature
H2-Oh No! How to Water Wisely in a Drought
Written by: Tara Tavoularis
As drought conditions become more common, one of the most critical steps homeowners and communities can take is to properly water their trees. Trees, especially those lining our streets, are among the most vulnerable and important plants during dry periods. Unlike grass, which can go dormant and recover, trees ca...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Network of Nature
Plant Profile - Leatherwood (Dirca palustris)
Written by: Bianca Marcellino
Getting its name from its uniquely tough yet malleable bark allowing it to be an ideal choice for weaving and cordage, Leatherwood (Dirca palustris) is a native woodland shrub with both medicinal and outdoor survival applications.
Leatherwood is a small to medium-sized shrub that grows dee...
