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The Hidden Natural World You've Probably Walked Past Hundreds of Times: A Book Review of Unseen City

The Hidden Natural World You've Probably Walked Past Hundreds of Times: A Book Review of Unseen City

How many times have you walked down the same street, visited the same park, or followed the same trail without noticing anything new? If you're like me, the answer is probably quite a few. And that's not because there's nothing...

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Beyond Gift Cards: Why The GO Deck Makes a Meaningful Client & Employee Gift

Beyond Gift Cards: Why The GO Deck Makes a Meaningful Client & Employee Gift

Thoughtful corporate gifts that encourage wellbeing, connection, and lasting memories. As the end of the year approaches, many businesses begin asking the same question: What can we give clients or employees that they'll actually remember? Gift baskets disappear in a...

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Wildlife Is All Around Us, Even in Cities: A Book Review of The Urban Bestiary

Wildlife Is All Around Us, Even in Cities: A Book Review of The Urban Bestiary

When people imagine wildlife, they often picture remote forests, rugged mountains, or vast national parks. Rarely do they think about parking lots, sidewalks, apartment complexes, or city streets. Yet according to naturalist and author Lyanda Lynn Haupt, wildlife is already living...

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The Best College Gift Isn’t Another Gadget - It’s a Way to Feel at Home

The Best College Gift Isn’t Another Gadget - It’s a Way to Feel at Home

Sending a student off to college is exciting, emotional, and often overwhelming—for both students and their families. Between dorm essentials, meal plans, class schedules, and long packing lists, most graduation gift guides focus on what students need for school. But what...

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Adventure Can Begin in Your Own Backyard: A Book Review of The Backyard Bird Chronicles

Adventure Can Begin in Your Own Backyard: A Book Review of The Backyard Bird Chronicles

When most people think about outdoor adventure, they picture a national park, a mountain summit, or a scenic trail far from home. Amy Tan offers a different perspective. In The Backyard Bird Chronicles, the bestselling author turns her attention to something...

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Finding Wonder in Everyday Nature: Book Review of The Comfort of Crows

Finding Wonder in Everyday Nature: Book Review of The Comfort of Crows

After reading several books explaining the science behind nature's benefits, I found myself asking a different question: What happens once we actually start paying attention? There are the birds in our neighborhood, the changing seasons (well, kinda in San Diego),...

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Meet the People Behind The GO Deck: Laura Roden

Meet the People Behind The GO Deck: Laura Roden

Behind every GO Deck is a team of talented people who share a passion for helping others discover nearby nature. In this series, we're introducing the people who have helped shape our small business journey. Today's feature is someone who...

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What If One of the Most Powerful Health Tools Isn't in Your Medicine Cabinet?

What If One of the Most Powerful Health Tools Isn't in Your Medicine Cabinet?

Reflections on Dr. Roger Seheult's conversation about sunlight, nature, and modern health If someone asked you what your body needs to stay healthy, you'd probably mention nutritious food, exercise, sleep, or drinking enough water. But what if we added one...

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Meet the People Behind The GO Deck: Sakee Kromydas

Meet the People Behind The GO Deck: Sakee Kromydas

Behind The GO Deck is a group of people who are passionate about helping others discover nearby nature. In this series, we're introducing some of the people who have helped shape our small business journey. Read on to learn about...

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