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APRIL 2020 PUBLISHER

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Celebrating our Little Slice of the Earth DO YOU SMELL THAT, SOUTH DAYTON? It’s the fresh, spring scent after a

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cleansing rain. Ah, April. What a wonderful month to reconnect with the Earth and

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spend some time outside. Go out and explore—maybe get some new family photos

Rick Eichhorn, Leslie Heck, Arielle Jordan

to share on your social media! While you’re out, take a moment to appreciate the gifts our planet gives us each day. This April issue is filled with community stories and ideas to get you in the Earth Day

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Debbie Rankey, Shannon Thomas, Sarah Maigur, Kim Brown, Nathan Kessler, Austin Gordon, Jake Brown, Scott Johnson, Andrew White, Roxann Patrick

spirit, locally. We meet with a local river surfer (yes, that's a thing!) on how he makes the most of the whitewater feature in the Miami River. We also learn from a regenerative farmer in Bellbrook on how to elevate the quality of your gardening soil through composting. We also get to hear from a local scientist turned natural skincare line founder on the power of ditching harsh chemical ingredients for a clean and natural beauty routine. (Hint: it's good not just for your body, but also for the environment!) Thank you for all you do to keep the South Dayton area healthy, clean and thriving. We

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2020

FEATURES 12 Dayton’s Own Cowabunga Dude Up Close with Local River Surfer Shannon Thomas

18 In Concert with Nature Composting Basics with Three Trees Farm

28 About Face The Power of Clean Beauty and Natural Skincare with Dr. Catherine Harrison

34 It’s All Greek To Me! Try This Veggie-Packed, Mediterranean Take on an

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Hemant and Arti Garg of Washington Township

staff, a dedicated Library Board of Trustees and

have been recognized as Citizens of the Year by

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the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association. In

expressed Library Director Liz Fultz. Over the

2006, the Gargs received the worst news a par-

past 10 years, the library has been rated 5-Star on

ent can: their 6-year-old daughter, Yukta, had

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a day at summer camp. In the 13 years since, they have transformed their grief into action, founding the Yukta Garg Memorial Foundation to support community efforts that benefit and support the interests of local children. Their fundraising has raised $50,000 and made it possible to establish three separate playgrounds on Washington Township’s recreation campus at 895 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. “Arti and Hemant are an inspiration to many people in our community,” said Recreation Director Mark Metzger. “Because of their activism and altruism, three recreation playgrounds have been created in Yukta’s memory and reverberate with the sound of children’s laughter.” The Citizens of the Year Awards were judged by a panel of parks and recreation professionals from around Ohio. WashingtonTwp.org.

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THE

WAILING

SIRENS

GREW

“The most common thing I hear is that

LOUDER AMID THE ROAR OF RUSHING

someone doesn’t understand what river

WHITEWATER,

THOMAS

surfing is and that Dayton isn’t really known

KNEW HE ONLY HAD SO MUCH PRE-

for whitewater; but now we have whitewater

CIOUS TIME LEFT—BUT NOT BECAUSE

features, and people aren’t used to seeing

HE WAS DROWNING. He wanted to finish

that,” Thomas said.

SHANNON

out his ride surfing the Great Miami River’s

“River surfing” is surfing a stationary

flood-stage waves as long as possible,

wave that can occur naturally, but is typically

before he’d be asked by rescue crews,

created by a man-made whitewater feature

police and park rangers to get out of the

intended for water recreation on a river.

water. Concerned citizens had called 9-1-1

“River surfing is still in its infancy,” Thomas

that day in November 2017, to report a per-

said, “but there are new [man-made] waves

son in distress in the river near the Dayton

popping up all over the country, because if

Art Institute; but despite appearances he

people come into a town to surf or enjoy the

was contently surfing, with the appropriate

river, they’re going to the bars, restaurants

safety and protective gear and a fellow expe-

and other downtown businesses as well.”

rienced surfer standing watch. Even so, the story was picked up by the national news.

Thanks to economic development foresight like this, Dayton’s three whitewater features CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) Photo credit Jake Brown

Photo credit Andrew White

were finalized in 2017, as part of a 7-mile stretch called the

“With river surfing, it’s park and play; it’s free, once you

RiverScape River Run, which begins at Eastwood MetroPark on

have the gear,” he said. “You can go meet a friend or even

the Mad River, merges with the Great Miami River downtown

go by yourself on a lunch break. It’s like an urban adventure,

and extends to the Carillon Historical Park area. Installation of

because you’re surfing in the middle of downtown. You don’t

the Dayton Art Institute whitewater feature replaced a low dam

have to go way out in the wilderness, like you would for rock

that had previously posed a danger to paddlers.

climbing or backpacking.”

Dayton’s whitewater features are not without risk, but are

Since December, Thomas has been designing and making

safer than natural West Virginian or Coloradoan features,

cruiser surf-style skateboards, for sale on the SurfDayton.

because “ours are just a drop; [the river] is calm before and

com online store. Future plans for Surf Dayton include

after,” Thomas explained. However, he stressed that wearing

debuting a new website and booking system and hosting

a life jacket is crucial.

pop-up, post-surf jams at the Surf Dayton headquarters.

After Thomas’ 9-1-1 incident, he created SurfDayton.com

Ready to surf Dayton yourself? Go to SurfDayton.com to

as an informational community website to spread awareness

book a river surf, river SUP or flat-water SUP lesson, June 1

of the sport in Dayton. Shortly thereafter he decided to turn

through September 29. Lessons include safety, technique,

Surf Dayton into a surfing and stand-up paddleboarding

and videos and photos for souvenirs, via email. Surf Dayton

(SUP) clinics business, along with surfing buddy and Dayton

provides all necessary equipment—“everything you need to

firefighter Jake Brown, an emergency medical technician

have fun and be safe,” Thomas said. “I want people to know

and former ocean lifeguard in Santa Cruz, California.

how easy river surfing is to learn and how welcoming the

Thomas, who grew up in Kettering, gained his paddling experience from long-expedition canoeing and kayaking.

hope to see you out there!”

He took up SUP five years ago. He’s paddled through the

“Like” Surf Dayton on Facebook, to find out more about

Little Miami, Great Miami and Mad rivers, as well as Ohio’s

river surfing, including meet-up events that are great for par-

231-mile Scioto River. He then competed as a Badfish SUP-

ticipating in or spectating.

sponsored river surfer and paddler.

river community is, whether you’re a beginner or a pro. We

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Photo credit Shannon Thomas

“I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW HOW EASY RIVER SURFING IS TO LEARN AND HOW WELCOMING THE RIVER COMMUNIT Y IS, WHETHER YOU’RE A BEGINNER OR A PRO. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU OUT THERE!” Photo credit Scott Johnson

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DIY

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WHEN TALKING “FARMING” WITH MATT BROWN, HE ALWAYS SEEMS TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE EARTH AND STAYING IN TUNE WITH MOTHER NATURE. In 2018, Brown; his wife, Kim; and their three sons followed their passion and began the eight-acre Three Trees Farm (www.threetreesfarm.net) just outside of Bellbrook. “Quality starts with the soil for everything,” Brown says, noting that with healthy soil, produce has higher nutritional content, richer aroma and more flavor. “That plant is set on a path to success.” A scenic setting enhances Three Trees Farm, where young chickens fly the fence and mingle with cats around the majestic roadside barn. The Browns consider their operation a step beyond organic: a biointensive produce farm, utilizing high-quality organic fertilizers, natural compost and minerals, and manual weed control. When spring hits, the barn will become a small market farm, offering, as Matt puts it, “everything on the outside aisles of a grocery store.”

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5 TIPS FOR COMPOSTING

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Size matters—for the pile and for the material. Uniform, small particles expedite the process. The larger the pile, the better; at least 2 cubic yards is recommended. Have 25 parts carbon (brown, woody material) per 1 part nitrogen (green material— grass, manure, food scraps—no meat). Turn, or stir, the pile at least once a week. Water thoroughly and often, to keep from drying out. Smell is important. Good compost should smell rich and earthy. Bad smells are an indicator of anaerobic (without air) activity and can usually be remedied by turning the pile. The pile should reach an internal temperature in excess of 131° F for at least three days. If the temperature lowers, something is missing: air, carbon or water. Compost is ready when the pile returns to ambient temperature and resembles rich, dark and loamy soil.

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DI Y (CONTINUED) YOU HAVE AN ENGINEERING DEGREE. YOUR WIFE WAS A TEACHER. WHY FARMING? “My great-grandfather was an immigrant farmer. He farmed 86 acres near Oxford. My grandpa had a large garden on that same farm, and as a young boy I had great times with him. As Kim and I started to build a family, we found food quality more and more important.” WHAT INSPIRES YOU ABOUT FARMING? “People want what they believe is the best. Growing healthy food for my community, educating people about where their food comes from—I feel those are important. I’ve met so many people whom I would’ve never met, from all walks of life. That’s been a blessing.” WHAT CAN A HOME GARDENER DO TO IMPROVE SOIL HEALTH? “‘Lasagna gardening’ is super applicable for the home gardener. First clear the area of all weeds. Then cover with cardboard, and then water. Next put a layer of leaves or grass clippings, and water. The last layer is quality compost.”

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T H I N K O U T S I D E T H E S C A L E . T R Y TA K I N G N O T E OF HOW YOUR FOOD MAKES YOU FEEL AFTER Y O U E AT I T. I T ’ S E A S I E R T O M A K E H E A LT H Y CHOICES WHEN YOU CAN FEEL THE DIFFERENCE!

nutrition MINDFUL EATING MEANS KNOWING WHAT IS IN YOUR FOOD, HOW IT IS AFFECTING YOUR BODY AND TAKING THE TIME TO FULLY APPRECIATE THE NUTRIENTS AND FLAVORS YOU ARE TAKING IN. Whether or not you are trying to lose, gain or maintain weight, reading labels and understanding nutrition facts will help you make better choices for your body and ultimately feel better in your day-to-day.

PROTEINS Protein makes you feel full longer. If you eat a meal with little protein, you’ll feel hungry again pretty quickly, and it can be discouraging. But you don’t have to eat a huge steak to get enough protein. You can find it in cheese, nuts, seeds, spinach, eggs, avocados, broccoli, hummus, lentils—the list goes on and on! Mindful eating means taking note of how hungry you feel and eating enough protein to satisfy that hunger in a way that will last.

C A R B O H Y D R AT E S Carbohydrates are not your enemy. But, it is important to pay attention to how you feel when you eat them. If you eat a lot of carbs in one sitting, it can cause your blood sugar to spike, and when it drops back down, you can feel lethargic and maybe even irritable. By spreading your carbohydrate intake throughout your day and always pairing it with a protein, you can help your body regulate your blood sugar more effectively and feel more alert all day long.

F AT S Fats also help slow carbohydrates down so they don’t instantly turn into sugar in your bloodstream. Fats are important for energy, and it’s especially important to eat the right kinds of fats for your brain. For better concentration and memory, try to incorporate foods like salmon, avocados, nuts, seeds and olive oil. CONTINUED >

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FOOD & WINE (CONTINUED) While nutritionists can recommend average nutrient intake percentages for a population, those might not be entirely accurate for your body and what you need. If you don’t enjoy calculating and counting

read

labels

every single gram you eat, you can just start with the recommended guidelines and make adjustments based on how you feel each day. If you are groggy and sluggish mid-day, look at how many carbohydrates you had in your lunch and see if you want to change anything about your lunch tomorrow. Here’s how to read nutrition labels so you can better keep track and know what you are eating.

Serving sizes can be confusing if you don’t know what an ounce of that food looks like. Look at “Servings Per

The number of calories per

Container” and divide that

serving doesn’t mean that’s

container into however many

how many calories you should

portions it says. Now you know

eat at a time. It’s just telling you

that the nutrition facts on the

how many are in that particular

label will be accurate for every portion you separated out.

food. If you are eating a package of nuts as a snack, and you are not eating anything else with it, you may need a couple of packages to eat as many calories as you want for that snack. It’s not wrong to eat multiple servings! Focus on what your body needs.

You need a variety of vitamins in your day, so check the percentages and make sure you are getting lots of different nutrients. Vitamin C is great, but it is possible to have too much Vitamin C and neglect Vitamin A. Calcium and iron are important for strength and to avoid injuries, so make sure you get enough of those each day as well. An easy trick is to try eating a vegetable of every color each day.

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Carbohydrates are broken down by dietary fiber and sugar. To feel fuller longer and to have a clear mind and avoid getting foggy, choose carbohydrates, such as wild rice, that have more dietary fiber and less sugar.

YOU CAN SEARCH FOR A NUTRIE N T C A L C U L AT O R O N L I N E T O FIND OUT HOW MUCH PROTEIN, C A R B O H Y D R AT E S A N D F AT S Y O U S H O U L D B E E AT I N G I N A D AY FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS.

CONTINUED >

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FOOD & WINE (CONTINUED)

S I T D O W N T O E AT A S O F T E N A S Y O U C A N . A L L O W Y O U R S E L F T H E F U L L M E A L E X P E R I E N C E T O TA S T E A L L O F Y O U R F O O D . Y O U W I L L F E E L M O R E S AT I S F I E D , A N D Y O U R B O D Y W I L L D I G E S T Y O U R F O O D E A S I E R S O Y O U D O N ’ T H AV E A N U P S E T S T O M A C H L AT E R .

You are the best expert of you, and you get to make all of the final decisions for your body. Do your research, get all of the info that you can and then decide how you want to divide up your nutrition each day. One of the most effective things you can do is keep a log of your moods, how your skin looks, how your hair feels, your water intake and your energy levels. While your fitness goals are important, how you feel each day is so much more important. It’s easy to lose weight by dramatically cutting calories, but that can leave you feeling irritable with low energy, and it’s ultimately not worth it. Take care of yourself and think about how the choices you make will affect your health in the long run. And never forget that you are enough, just the way you are.

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GREEN.

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ORGANIC.

PLANT

BASED. These are words that have moved beyond just food and diet, as more Americans are concerned about not only what goes in their bodies, but also what goes on them and is absorbed by the skin. Two years ago, nearly half of American women who used skincare products reported looking for those labeled as natural or organic, according to market research—the chief concern being avoiding “toxins.” However, toxins aren’t well defined, said Dr. Catherine Harrison, a local scientist turned natural skincare brand founder. “There are a number of chemicals used in mainstream cosmetics that have detrimental health effects,” she said, “like preservatives that can affect your hormone levels, and they’re generally not as good for your skin.” Mainstream cosmetics companies use these chemicals in their skincare products because the natural alternatives are very expensive and trickier to formulate, which is why natural skincare is

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generally more expensive, she said. “But the benefits [of using natural alternatives] are higher-quality products that are better for your skin and overall health—and better for the environment.” Dr. Harrison’s Dayton area-based natural skincare company, Willowdale Botanicals, works with health-friendly, skin-friendly, environmentally friendly alternatives that are cruelty free and vegan. Herbs are distilled into hydrosols on Dr. Harrison’s Lewisburg, Ohio, regenerative farm and used in place of water to make Willowdale’s products, things she said are impossible for mainstream cosmetics companies to do because of overhead costs related to having manufacturers and distributors. Dr. Harrison’s journey into the skincare business was inspired by a study she conducted before retiring as a civilian research scientist in the Air Force Research Laboratories at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. Her study of the physiological effects of herbs and essential oils on military members with PTSD led her to explore and pursue using plants’ healing properties on the skin, thus creating natural anti-aging skincare that she named Willowdale Botanicals. “I never stopped being a scientist; I just became a scientist of the earth,” she said. “I have come to understand the power of plant extracts to address inflammation and oxidation damage on the skin, and I have focused on developing products that fight those very things.” Purchase Willowdale Botanicals natural skincare products online, at WillowdaleBotanicals.com; locally, at downtown Dayton’s 2nd Street Market; or at any of South Dayton’s three Dorothy Lane Market grocery stores.

“I NEVER STOPPED BEING A SCIENTIST; I JUST BECAME A SCIENTIST OF THE EARTH.”

CONTINUED >

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

tips for a clean beauty routine: TIP 1 Be gentle with your skin; avoid mechanical rubbing and scrubbing and excess heat (warm is okay, but hot is not), because all of these things can cause irritation and breakouts.Â TIP 2 Avoid harsh cleansers, such as those that contain sulfates, a foaming agent that can overdry the skin and actually cause it to overproduce sebum. Look for products that contain natural oils and plant extracts. TIP 3 Avoid ureas, formaldehyde and parabens. Often used as preservatives in skincare products, they can cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, and danger to your health and the environment. Formaldehyde has been classified as a human carcinogen, or cancer-causing agent, and urea can release formaldehyde. Parabens are a known endocrine disruptor that can increase the risk of developing cancer in the breast and reproductive system. TIP 4 Choose skincare companies that understand the science of natural skincare. Some companies use plant ingredients that are actually irritants or allergens, or are comedogenic (pore clogging, breakout causing). Coconut oil, for example, while wonderful for some people, can cause people with acne-prone skin to break out.

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APRIL

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT

THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! A PUPPET PARODY

Kettering Recreation Complex

Who says Easter Egg Hunts are only

Victoria Theatre Association

for kids? If you are an adult and kid at

THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! is

heart, bring your flashlight because

a brand-new show that parodies

we will be hunting in the dark for

classic Golden Girls moments — with

eggs that may be redeemed for BIG

puppets! Devoted fans will fondly

prizes! We will have music, grab bags

remember our four girls from Miami

for each participant and a photo

and for the first-timers, this will be a

opportunity with the Easter Bunny

joyful introduction to the brilliance of

himself! Tickets at PlayKettering.

that television series. This production

org/Event/Adult-Easter-Egg-Hunt

is best for ages 16 and up. Tickets and info at VictoriaTheatre.com

DAYTON CRAFTY-CON 2020 Yellow Cab Tavern

Crafty-Con is an annual fundraiser for The Sideshow (a two-day community

SPRINGBORO WIND SYMPHONY DEBUT CONCERT Springboro High School Auditorium

arts festival) featuring local hand-

The Springboro Wind Symphony will

made craft vendors. Shop from arti-

be performing their debut concert

san vendors, watch the Battle of the

featuring fantastic music by Gustav

Crafters, and arrive early to get one

Holst, Robert W. Smith, John Mackey,

of our swag bags! All proceeds will

Morton Gould, Alfred Reed, and

help put on this year's Sideshow. For

Percy Grainger. We hope you can join

ticket

us in celebrating our newly formed

info

and

updates

visit

Facebook.com/DaytonCraftyCon

group as we perform our first concert! Admission is free! More info at

SpringboroWindSymphony.com

HARRY POTTER OLYMPICS WITH YELLOW SPRINGS BREWERY D20: A Bar With Characters

Time for the Harry Potter Olympics with

beer

from

Yellow

Springs

26 23RD ANNUAL TASTE OF GREENE COUNTY & BUSINESS EXPO The Mall at Fairfield Commons

Brewery. Come represent your house

You don't want to miss the 23rd Annual

and fight for their honor. Try your

Taste of Greene County & Business

hand at Quidditch Pong (21+), Trivia,

Expo! Enjoy local cuisine and vote

compete in the Triwizard Challenge

for

or chug some butterbeer!

local beer and wine, live music, expo

More info at Facebook.com/D20Bar

booths, county celebrity judges,

We are always accepting submissions

childrens area, and raffles/silent

for events you'd like to see included

auctions. Free and open to the public

in our Calendar section. Submissions

with free parking! 12-3pm. Tickets at

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

BeavercreekChamber.org

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CULINARY CREATIONS

it's all greek to me! TRY THIS MEDITERRANEAN TAKE ON AN OMELET FROM SOUTH DAYTON RESTAURATEUR JON THOMAS

ARTICLE ARIELLE JORDAN PHOTOGRAPHY ROXANN PATRICK IN KEEPING WITH THIS MONTH’S “ECO” THEME, WE ASKED JON THOMAS, OWNER OF SOUTH DAYTON STAPLE EATERIES DOUBLEDAY’S, THE FAMOUS AND GOLDEN NUGGET, TO SHARE A FRESH, VEGGIE-RICH RECIPE WITH US. The Horiatiki, or “Villager,” omelet, as it translates from Greek, sure hits the spot! “Growing up, my family would go to Greektown in Tarpon Springs, Florida, and get these really fresh Horiatiki salads,” he said. “I decided to try those ingredients in an omelet, and now this is my go-to breakfast meal!”

horiatiki (villager) omelet INGREDIENTS + 2 large eggs + 2 separate tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) + 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar + 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar + 1 dash each salt, black pepper and dried oregano + ¾ cup halved grape tomatoes + ½ cup sliced white onion + ½ cup sliced bell pepper + ¼ cup diced cucumber + ¼ cup crumbled feta (½ cup for cheese lovers) + Balsamic glaze for garnish (optional) DIRECTIONS In a bowl crack 2 large eggs. Whip until smooth. In a separate bowl (large enough to mix ingredients freely), add all cut vegetables and spices, and mix well. Place 8” skillet over medium heat and coat it thoroughly with 1 tablespoon EVOO. Add half of the spiced vegetables to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring or flipping every 30 seconds or so. Add beaten egg mixture to the skillet. As eggs cook, move the skillet in a horizontal circular motion to loosen the omelet and flip it upside down in the skillet. Add feta to the top of the omelet and fold in half. Slide to plate. Take the remaining vegetables in the bowl and add the 2nd tablespoon of EVOO and both vinegars to the vegetables. Mix well. Add mixed vegetables over the top of the omelet. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra pizazz. 34

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