As we ready for the big summer kick-off weekend here in the Rockies, finding a tasty organic beer is at the top of the must-do list and sourcing it locally makes it all the better.

In February 2010, Asher Brewing Company became the first all organic brewery in Colorado. This top of the line, eco-friendly company aims at brewing premium certified organic ales. All the hops, malts, and barley are grown organically to minimize environmental impact and make a better tasting brew. (more…)

What a great use of wasted space! I’d store old photos in them.

Anyone with some DIY capabilities could probably replicate the concept. It doesn’t look that difficult to execute …famous last words. Word of caution – I’d make sure there was a way to ensure that they were locked/latched in place safely – wouldn’t want to encounter an open drawer on the stairs unexpectedly.

Although it looks like they’re Unicraft Joinery Step Drawers, I can’t find where to buy – anyone with ideas, pls jump in.

via trendhunter.com

There’s going to be a lot of long distance driving going on this holiday weekend and in an effort to help consumers cope with rising gas prices, New York State’s Department of Transportation has provided motorists with some simple steps to save fuel. The recommendations are part of an Eco-Driving Campaign to reduce carbon emissions during the busy summer travel season. The Eco-Driving program offers drivers seven easy actions they can take to reduce their fuel cost by up to $80 for a 700-mile round-trip journey. Luckily, you don’t have to live in New York to put these tips into action!

Here are the 7 tips:

• Removing unnecessary items from the trunk in order to reduce vehicle weight can save three to six cents per gallon. (more…)