Tag: natural

Of the hundreds of state agencies that exist to ensure the smooth management of Oklahoma, many of them are well known and operate quite publicly – such as the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety. Next time you turn on the tap and fresh water pours out, however, you can thank one of the lesser-known state...

It’s safe to assume you shouldn’t eat the mushrooms in your yard. However, if by some misfortune you ingest a mushroom of unknown variety, rest assured there are professionals in the state of Oklahoma who have consulted with and advised medical professionals on mycological-related poisonings. Professionals like Estelle Levetin, PhD, for example – president of the Oklahoma Mycological Society...

TheGardening Basics Learning to garden doesn’t have to be impeded by the lack of an experienced friend or family member to help. Gardening classes, clubs and tutorials abound online, and local sources such as Master Gardeners are ready to share their wealth of knowledge. “One of the best ways to make that most important human connection around gardening is through your...

Lori Beth McDonald thinks honeybees are fascinating. She loves the taste of honey, is sold on its dietary benefits and enjoys creating food and skincare products from her 40 hives. It’s a win all around for the owner of Tulsa’s Okie Bee Farms, who started her business after she was laid off from an IT job.  Honey, McDonald says, is...