

Why "Reduce" Instead of "Recycle?"
November 18 of this year was the 25th anniversary of Use Less Stuff Day, traditionally the Thursday before Thanksgiving. Use Less Stuff...
Jenny Hill
Nov 19, 20212 min read


Yard Waste or Garden Gold?
In the fall, once the gardens are put to bed, many of us feel the urge to “clean up” our yards. We tend to label fallen leaves, pine...
Jenny Hill
Oct 29, 20213 min read


Get to Know B2B 2021 Keynote Speaker - Dave Freeman
David Freeman, along with his wife Amy, did for over a year as they lived in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for over a year!
Colin Mclain
Feb 12, 20216 min read


We’re All in this Together: A Social Distancing Blog, Part 1
This is an unprecedented time. If you need help with your mental health, here are a list of numbers from the Minnesota Department of Health that are searchable for your county. For more information on mental health preparedness, here’s a good article from PBS . We are individuals. We are separate. We’re being asked to stay away from friends, family members, worshipers, and colleagues. But, humans are social creatures. It’s in our nature to be in close contact with others. W
HDT Team
Apr 10, 20205 min read


Eco Camp – 3 Down, 1 to Go!
2018 was designated the Year of the Bird by the National Audubon Society, so Birds of a Feather seemed like a natural theme for this year’s Eco Camp. With August now upon us, we have just one camp left. Our first three camps were a huge success and so much fun was had by all! There are favorite activities that we do every year with each group.
HDT Team
Aug 2, 20183 min read


J. Drake Hamilton Talks MN Renewable Jobs
No doubt the energizing keynote speaker had something to do with Back to Basics 2017 was the largest most attended B2B, yet. J. Drake Hamilton, Science Policy Director for Fresh Energy, spoke for an hour on the state of the renewable energy market in its current state and its future prospects.
HDT Team
Mar 1, 20171 min read


