Ecologically, native oysters are equally important: they filter algae, sediment, and other pollutants. Oyster reefs also provide habitat for fish, crabs, and other Bay organisms. The Bay's native oyster population has been estimated at as low as one percent of historic levels, making restoration critical to help improve the Bay’s water quality and increase its economic viability. Help rebuild the Chesapeake Bay's oyster population by becoming an oyster gardener. Hundreds of community members in Maryland and Virginia grow oysters alongside their docks and then help CBF plant them on sanctuary reefs. Find out more about oyster gardening and how you can become a gardener in Maryland, Baltimore, and Virginia. Baltimore, Maryland https://www.cbf.org/how-we-save-the-bay/programs-initiatives/maryland/oyster-restoration/oyster-gardening/ Virginia https://www.cbf.org/how-we-save-the-bay/programs-initiatives/virginia/oyster-restoration/oyster-gardening/

"Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). In the place where a Repair Café is located, you’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera. You’ll also find expert volunteers, with repair skills in all kinds of fields. Visitors bring their broken items from home. Together with the specialists they start making their repairs in the Repair Café. It’s an ongoing learning process. If you have nothing to repair, you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Or you can lend a hand with someone else’s repair job. You can also get inspired at the reading table – by leafing through books on repairs and DIY." There are over 2,500 Repair Cafés worldwide. Start one in your area and add it to their list.

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Introducing Brad Lancaster's Game-Changing Resources for Sustainable Water Harvesting! Are you passionate about conserving water, reducing your environmental footprint, and creating a self-sustaining future? Look no further! We proudly present Brad Lancaster's exclusive collection of dryland rainwater harvesting resources and services, designed to revolutionize the way you think about water conservation and harvesting. Brad Lancaster is a visionary advocate for rainwater harvesting in arid Tucson, Arizona. With a deep passion for sustainability, he has transformed communities' perception of water resources and has received numerous awards and accolades. Growing up in Tucson, Brad witnessed water scarcity challenges. He went on to train in Permaculture and using his knowledge, along with experimentation became a rainwater harvesting expert. He believes rainwater is vital for revitalizing landscapes and building resilient communities. Brad's pioneering efforts have integrated simple and effective rainwater harvesting systems in urban and rural environments. As an author, educator, and consultant, Brad has shared his expertise globally, authoring influential books on sustainable water-harvesting systems. He collaborates with organizations and governments, implementing large-scale projects and inspiring others. His Oasis Rainwater Harvesting System in Tucson exemplifies innovative techniques and serves as a living laboratory. Brad promotes community-based water harvesting, fostering a connection between humans and the environment, and emphasizing harmonious living. Photo by frame harirak in Unsplash

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Shareables: Welcome to Shareable’s growing collection of how-to share posts, which can help you save money, reduce waste, and build community through sharing. In fact, Shareable’s co-founder Neal Gorenflo made new friends and saved $17,000 during his “Year of Living Shareably.” If you try one of the guides, let us know how it goes. Now go forth and share!

Bren Smith shares opportunities for kelp and seafood farming. NOAA Oceans Today further discusses regenerative ocean farming: https://youtu.be/TII3bOkHBOw

"Are you a super-self-motivated learner who has applied permaculture techniques to your yard for a long time but has resisted creating a fully integrated, whole-system design? If so, then you’re in the right place! Keep reading to learn how the Permaculture Design Program will give you the tools, inspiration, and support on your journey to creating and implementing your own permaculture design."

Website: "A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World: The concept of “living simply so that others may simply live” has been around for hundreds of years. People choose to live simply for many reasons and as our world changes, the motivations for and benefits of living a simple life also evolve. Today, we choose simple living as a way to make our own paths in life, paths that allow for investing our time in the things that matter most to us, making choices that create less waste and more good, using (or not using) technology intentionally, and critically examining the messages that tell us what to believe, what to value, and who to be. A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World connects our individual values and actions to the larger picture and helps us to find power to make real change in our lives, communities, and in the world at large. Length: Six sessions Course Book Format: Paperback or Ebook"

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Shareable: Every community needs a community backup power supply A community backup power supply, also known as an emergency battery collective, is a community-organized mutual-aid group that provides backup batteries during power emergencies. This collective allows communities to efficiently manage and share energy resources in times of need. Power shut-offs have become common in various states due to factors such as wildfires, extreme weather emergencies, high energy demands, and resource balancing. Having a shared backup power source can help communities mitigate the impact of these events and ensure access to energy during critical situations. This action resource is sponsored by Shareables, a great nonprofit helping individuals, groups, and organizations find people-powered solutions for the common good. https://www.shareable.net/