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Avian experts nest in tiny house in Dallas County

Wildlife trainers Lindsey and Simon McNeny live in a 192-square-foot home, "The Perch," designed for their avian companions. They run "Window to the Wild," educating on wildlife conservation. Located at Rogers Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Hutchins, the McNeny's home fosters sustainable living and avian care.

Artist paints mod mural in rural Collin County

March 9, 207

A Texas artist recently created some interesting roadside art for residents and drivers through Collin County. 

Houston-born Nathan Randall Green was hired by Light Farms to create the abstract mural at its 1,070-acre master-planned community in Celina, Texas.

The community, developed by Republic Property Group, already includes progressive amenities such as hiking and biking trails, a greenbelt system, a fitness center and a bike-sharing program. 

Breadmaking secrets shared by eco-friendly baker in Navarro County

The Barefoot Baker in Navarro County, led by John Mureiko, transforms humble ingredients into bread masterpieces using eco-friendly practices. His family-run business delivers organic, non-GMO bread to Dallas. Mureiko emphasizes time and temperature in baking, offering breadmaking workshops while using a wood-fired oven and sustainable methods.

V-Eats in Dallas offers plant-based versions of Texas classics 

No self-respecting Texan would believe that a Southern barbecue sandwich, tortilla-encrusted fried chicken or chili-Frito pie could be made without meat; but boy howdy, they sure can be - and right here in Dallas. V-Eats incorporates an entirely vegan and eco-friendly lifestyle into its Oak Cliff-chic persona, from the paint on the walls to the meticulously hand-picked wine list, while creating a fine-dining experience like no other plant-based restaurant in Dallas.

GreenBoxes join pizza party at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine

The GreenBox is a hit at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, which uses about 1,500 of the eco-friendly boxes per week during the busy season.

Feb. 13, 2017

Great Wolf Resorts is known for its indoor waterparks, specialty restaurants and family friendly activities. 

Eco-friendly Valentine’s Day gifts for the greenie in your life

A handmade tin ornament from Pretty Things in Cool Stuff will appeal to the nature lover in your life.

Feb. 7, 2017

Looking for gifts and goodies for Valentine’s Day?  Finding the perfect sustainable gift can be more challenging, but luckily there are several North Texas venues committed to making sure you say “I love you” with a nod to Mother Earth.