All of the things that could be great about having a magazine online seem to be lost on the creators of Portovert. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that the second issue makes good on the early claims.

I’ve always been frustrated by the lack of action on common sense conservation and prevention tactics; Portland seems to be on top of those at least.

I am afraid Groxie will be on the back burner for a week, maybe two.

I just ran across this and had to share! It’s a tutorial for making a super-efficient camp stove out of 3 Heineken cans and a few other basic materials.

I recently read a great article by Sharon Astyk about beginning a Slow Clothing movement. Astyk proposes that we each create an entire homemade outfit. I think this resolution is worthwhile, challenging but attainable, and just plain awesome.

As we’re planning our 50 hour roadtrip to Portland, OR, I’ve developed a list of ideas to make the long car ride a bit less eco-evil.