Wednesday

In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:

• How old golf courses are going wild

• Sunset of the day in Honolulu, Hawaii

• A serum to help with wrinkles

• The easy DIY that replaces plastic wrap

• Why pet insurance is becoming so popular

Did You Know

Coral reefs support over __% of all marine species, even though they cover less than 1% of the ocean floor.

Scroll to the bottom for the answer.

How Old Golf Courses Are Going Wild

What happens when a golf course closes? In some places, nature takes over in the best way. Across the U.S. and beyond, former golf courses are being reimagined as wild spaces full of flowers, birds, and community joy.

In Scotland, one course now blooms with native orchids and shelters otters and roe deer. In California, another has welcomed back endangered salmon. These sites were once highly watered and chemically maintained. Now, they support local ecosystems and give families a place to walk, play, and connect with the land.

Many of these rewilded parks offer walking trails, nature classes, and hands-on restoration activities for kids and adults alike. And because golf courses are already flat and easy to navigate, they’re accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

It’s not just about saving water or reducing chemicals, though it does both. It’s about creating places where people and wildlife can thrive together, right in their own neighborhoods.

Sunset of the Day in Honolulu, Hawaii

Today’s sunset of the day comes from Mina in Honolulu. She shared this glowing sky, where fiery pinks and golds stretch across the horizon and dance across the water. You can almost hear the waves and feel the breeze.

Thanks to Mina for sending this in. If you’ve captured a sunset that made you stop and breathe a little deeper, we’d love to see it too!

Thank you to Medik8 for sponsoring The Canopy.

The Easy DIY That Replaces Plastic Wrap

If plastic wrap drives you a little wild, you're not alone. It tangles, tears, and ends up in the trash after a single use. Beeswax wraps offer a satisfying, sustainable alternative, and you can make them at home in under 10 minutes!

These wraps are made by melting beeswax onto cotton fabric to create a flexible, moldable cover that seals around bowls or snacks with just the warmth of your hands. They're washable, reusable, and naturally antimicrobial. That means fewer chemicals near your food and less waste in your kitchen.

All it takes is some beeswax pellets, fabric scraps (100% cotton works best), a baking sheet, and a quick trip to the oven. Once cooled, the wraps can be folded, rolled, or used just like cling wrap, minus the landfill.

They're simple to clean with cool water and mild soap. And with fun fabric, they also make great low-waste gifts. Small swaps like this add up, especially in the heart of our homes: the kitchen.

Thank you to Money.com for sponsoring The Canopy.

Quick Picks:

From dreamy homes to fragrant flavors and mindful journaling, here’s this week’s Quick Picks to enrich your eco-friendly lifestyle:

• 🏠 Discover eco-friendly dome homes

• 🌸 Make your own lavender simple syrup

• 📓 Explore the benefits of nature journaling

Reflections:

🌎 Did You Know: Coral reefs support over 25% of all marine species, even though they cover less than 1% of the ocean floor!

🌅 Sunset Of The Day: The sun can provide the most beautiful photography. That's why we're eager to see your favorite sunrise or sunset photos. Reply to this email with your best sun-based pictures for a chance to be featured!