Jim Chamberlin
- Feb 3
- 4 min
Soil Health: The Challenge of Our Time
Soil health is defined as the ability of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem. The soil's ability to function, to cycle water and...
Jenny Hill
- Nov 4, 2022
- 1 min
Bingo Scavenger Hunt: New Seasonal Favorite
It started as a COVID outdoor alternative activity in 2020. Since then there have been 8 more Bingo Scavenger Hunts and it has become...
Jenny Hill
- Oct 21, 2022
- 3 min
Getting Your Pollinator Friendly Yard Ready for Winter
The population of pollinators is declining worldwide. Habitat loss and lack of food for pollinators are the primary reasons for the...
Jenny Hill
- May 19, 2022
- 4 min
Community Connections and Environmental Education Highlights of Spring Fair
Since its beginning over 15 years ago (!) Back to Basics has been about bringing people together to learn about resilient and sustainable...
Jenny Hill
- May 13, 2022
- 3 min
Exploring Farms and Co-ops for Local Foods
Spring brings the return of Farmer’s Markets and increases our urge to travel and explore. Have you ever wondered who are the “farmers”...
Jenny Hill
- May 6, 2022
- 3 min
Community Gardens a Good Fit for Beginners
Maybe it happens to you every year about this time–the idea of tending a garden rises like an incredible mirage. You see yourself (tanned...
Jenny Hill
- Feb 4, 2022
- 3 min
Activity Important All Year Long
Winter can be tough. When it starts in December, we might console ourselves that after Winter Solstice, the daylight hours slowly start...
Jenny Hill
- Jan 28, 2022
- 4 min
Eating Well in 2022
You have probably heard about the trend that more people ate at home since the start of the pandemic. Indeed, research shows that people...
Jenny Hill
- Jan 20, 2022
- 5 min
Keynote Examines Crucial Issue of Food Sovereignty
Happy Dancing Turtle recently interviewed food sovereignty advocate and Minnesota author Diane Wilson who will deliver the virtual...
Jenny Hill
- Jan 14, 2022
- 3 min
Make Life Easier in Cold Weather
It’s January! The bright sun on sparkly snow in January can be spectacular but below-zero weather can make life seem unpleasant and some...
Jenny Hill
- Dec 17, 2021
- 3 min
Back to Basics 2022 Registration Now Open!
We are happy to announce registration for the 16th Annual Back to Basics is now open. For 2022 you can choose from virtual and in-person...
jhill872
- Nov 8, 2021
- 3 min
Back to Basics 2022: Something for Everyone
Happy Dancing Turtle is gearing up for our 16th Annual Back to Basics kicking off on January 22, 2022! This year will feature both...
Colin Mclain
- Feb 12, 2021
- 6 min
Get to Know B2B 2021 Keynote Speaker - Dave Freeman
What's the longest you've been away from your home? Imagine you were away from home and also had to paddle, hike, portage, or dogsled...
Colin Mclain
- Nov 6, 2020
- 2 min
HDT Shaking up Presenter/Vendor Format for Back to Basics 2021
Happy Dancing Turtle's 15th Annual Back to Basics sustainability event will be undergoing some changes this year. We've relied on...