Since it began in 1970, Earth Day has been dedicated to energizing and informing the world’s citizens about protecting our planet and our future.
I’m currently in the midst of some eco tourism adventures here in Nicaragua, so this year, in honor of the day, I’ll be visiting San Simian Eco Lodge on the Laguna de Apoyo.
Here’s a little preview of the eco spots I’ve visited so far:
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Happy Earth Day friends!!!
This Earth Day, let’s talk frankly. I know it’s hard to live life as eco-consciously as many of us would like. I admit I’ll occasionally throw away a glass bottle if there’s no recycling nearby. I still buy clothes once in a while at H&M and Forever 21. They’re cute, cheap and disposable. But each year I get better, and I feel more and more guilty each time I buy something I know was made cheaply (in more ways than one). Slowly but surely, my lifestyle and my wardrobe are becoming more, well, green.
But, to paraphrase a very wise frog: it ain’t easy. That’s why days like Earth Day and events like Earth Hour are so great. They’re both reminders that we should be recycling and turning off lights every day, as well as opportunities for us to go above and beyond our usual efforts. I’ll admit, all I did this Earth Day was pick up some trash on the beach with my friends. But I’ll also admit that I don’t regularly pick up trash on the beach. So I guess that’s a start. 
The next step will be: pick up trash more often. Remember to turn the water off when I brush my teeth. Take shorter showers. Buy energy-saver light bulbs. And of course, practice the seven habits of highly effective eco-fashionistas.
What did you do this Earth Day? What’s your Earth Day resolution?
Guys, this is very cool. Earth Day isn’t until the 22nd, but I’ve already heard of two awesome collaborations between retailers and brands to clean up our oceans. Here’s wassup:
Eco Swim by Aqua Green, the oft-mentioned maker of my recycled bathing suit, is collaborating with United By Blue (a very cool brand in its own right) and southern department store Belk for a day of beach cleanup in Myrtle Beach, SC. Last year, the team removed 3,166 pounds of trash from the Delaware River in Pennsylvania. With a bigger showing this year, they hope to get rid of even more! If you’re in the Myrtle beach area, you can sign up to volunteer here. I recently purchased a UBB t-shirt, and was given the choice Continue reading