A Zero-Waste Grocer at the Edge of Patagonia
Our first day in Puerto Natales, we stumbled upon Efecto Granel, a zero-waste bulk food store. Liuan interviewed the creative and resourceful woman proprietor.
Our 6 Favorite Earth-Friendly Travel Items
Going to new places makes it challenging to continue environmentally conscious practices. Here are some items that have helped us live lighter on the earth.
When the Water Runs Dry: Bolivia’s Struggle With Scarcity
Visiting areas of water scarcity in South America, and specifically Bolivia, has underscored the value of the “liquid gold” that sustains all life.
Permaculture, Conspiracy and Dog Politics in Rural Bolivia
We expected our time in Bolivia to be a cultural experience. But we didn’t expect to be immersed in dog society — or an emerging brand of green conservatism.
From Ushuaia to Bogotá – Over, Around and Through the Andes
Before we laid eyes on it, the Andes already took on a mythic quality in our family’s imagination. Our transcontinental journey only deepens our respect.
Puerto Natales for Cook-at-Home Foodie Families
Where to get gourmet groceries in this remote Chilean town.
Uruguay Is Probably Not on Your Bucket List. Should It Be?
You probably know little about Uruguay. I sure didn’t. We just spent two weeks in this small agrarian country. This was our experience.
What If There’s No Trash Can? A Reflection
Principle #6 in permaculture is “Produce no waste.” We saw this (imperfectly) lived out at an Argentine permaculture project.
Video: Huska Family Interview at Eco Caminhos Farm in Brazil
We were the first family to stay at the newly constructed Ecolodge at Eco Caminhos. In this video, our family is interviewed about the experience.
