Author Archives: Nikki Fotheringham

About Nikki Fotheringham

Nikki is an author and writer specializing in green living ideas and tips, adventure travel, upcycling, and all things eco-friendly. She's traveled the globe, swum with sharks and been bitten by a lion (fact). She lives in a tiny town with a fat cat and a very bad dog.

8 Things you Can Cook on a Stick that Aren’t Wieners

Whether you’re braving the cold for a night under the stars, or you’re warming yourself by the fireplace, there’s no need to waste all that sweet, sweet heat. Cook yourself up a meal over those roaring flames and enjoy that special ‘barbecue’ taste you only get from an open fire. These campfire recipes are easy and more fun than you can, well, shake a stick at!

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6 Easy DIY Free Bird House Plans

Free birdhouse plans

It's spring! Our feathered friends are engaging in that sweet, sweet, spring fever and you can help by providing birdie BnBs. There are many reasons for attracting birds to your garden, they are great to watch, you're supporting local wildlife and they provide excellent pest control. Here are some free bird house plans to get you started.

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Companion Gardening Guide for Veggies

companion gardening

Companion planting has been around for hundreds of years. Companion planting pairs plants that offer benefits to their neighbours. Learning which plants to plant next to each other will help you regulate pests, reduce water consumption and produce healthier, more abundant veggies this summer.

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