We know what sleep deprivation does to the human mind and body, but is it the same for insects? Do insects need to sleep in order to function? Are bugs even capable of sleep?
Do Bugs Sleep?
Category Archives: Bushcraft
How to Light a Fire in the Rain and Snow
There’s nothing worse than being wet and cold, and a fire is the perfect cure. The trouble is, if it’s been raining or snowing, all the firewood and kindling will be soaking. Luckily, there are several solutions, kindly provided by Mother Nature, that will help you to light a fire in inclement weather and have you warm and cozy in no time at all.
7 Scientifically Proven Health Benefits of Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is also known as winter cherry and is one of our primary adaptogens. Adaptogens are medicinal herbs that help us to deal with stress and anxiety—an underlying cause of major disease.
6 Big Reasons to Vacation at Home this Summer
A staycation doesn’t mean a boring week at home, it should mean a fun, interesting and relaxing stay that lets you get to know your city better and do all those things you’ve always meant to, but just couldn’t find the time.
Foraging Wild Violets for Food and Medicine
Wild blue violets are one of the first flowers to grace your spring garden. While some consider them weeds, the beautiful deep blue flowers and heart-shaped leaves provide a wealth of benefits including culinary and medicinal applications.
Foraging Fungi: Lion’s Mane (Hericium Erinaceus)
The Lion’s Mane mushroom is a great option for beginner foragers. Look for them in the late summer or early fall on fallen hardwood trees in temperate forests of the Northern Hemisphere.