Part 2 in a two-part series on how to handle the heat of summer. Catch part 1 here.
keep your cool
- Get into some responsible swimwear and hit the beach (Don't live near a body of water? Build a natural pool)
- Meadow bikini made from repurposed Lycra (from BTC elements, pictured right)
- Amanda bathing suit by Kelly B made with organic cotton
- Loomstate mens' board shorts
- Wetsuits made with responsible fabrics from Patagonia
- Wear lightweight fabrics
- Slip on some flip-flops
- Patagonia for men
- Chaco for women (partially made with recycled rubber)
- Find pasture-raised meats in your neck of the woods on Eat Wild's database
- Find greenmarkets, CSAs, and more on localharvest.org
- BBQ with Cowboy Charcoal, a no-chemical charcoal
- Which is least impactful on the environment? Propane or charcoal? The debate continues
- More on my experiences with BBQ meat here
- Drink organic beers like Wolaver's, Eel River IPA, or one from Peak Brewing Co.
- Burt's Bees Herbal Insect Repellent
- JASON Quit Bugging Me (that's what I used to say to my brother growing up)
And you can carry all your summer essentials in this cute Organic Cotton Tote
Happy and Healthy Summer!
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