There's something special about being in nature—whether hiking, beach days, or gardening, it lifts the spirit. For many, the garden is a true sanctuary, though not everyone finds gardening easy. That’s why we’ve curated a gift guide for everyone, from green-thumb pros to those just looking for a little inspiration to get outside and grow something.

We absolutely love soaking in the laid-back, sun-kissed energy and discovering the latest at Surf Expo. Here are just a few of the amazing brands we’re loving right now, and the best part is they all give back—whether to people, the planet, or both.

National Beach Day is August 30. It is the perfect time to honor our connection to these sacred spaces, by choosing eco-friendly products, allowing us to tread lightly on the Earth while soaking in all the good vibes. So to celebrate the sandy paradise we call the beach, we have curated a list of our favorite earth-loving essentials to make your National Beach Day both blissful and kind to our planet.

Global Pet Expo is a trade only show and not open to the general public, so we wanted to give you a sneak peek of our favorite pet products we spotted at this year’s show. And of course, the had to be good for your pet, people and the planet.