Matt Hickman

MY MOST RECENT CONTENT

How can I naturally remove the mothball stench from my furniture?

Mon, Jul 25 2011 at 10:51 AM

That antique dresser needs lots of sunshine and fresh air.

How can I tell whether an ice cream truck is legit?

Mon, Jul 18 2011 at 9:04 AM

If the guy selling frozen treats seems a little strange, you're probably better off going elsewhere.

Are lakes safe to swim in?

Mon, Jul 11 2011 at 10:45 AM

Use some common sense before jumping off that dock or boat.

What's the difference between saline and chlorine swimming pools?

Mon, Jun 27 2011 at 10:15 AM

If you're tired of red, burning eyes and itchy skin, you should look into getting a saltwater pool — or encouraging your neighbors to get one.

How can I maintain my appearance in 100-degree heat?

Mon, Jun 20 2011 at 9:28 AM

Going easy on the makeup and paring down the wardrobe goes a long way in surviving the summer.

Any thoughts on DIY Father's Day gifts?

Mon, Jun 13 2011 at 9:30 AM

Sure, yard work and car washing might sound clichéd, but that doesn't mean your dad won't appreciate it.

Should I not take my kids to the circus?

Mon, Jun 06 2011 at 8:34 AM

Are trained elephants, tigers and other wild animals being abused? It depends on how you define 'abuse.'

What's up with all the barefoot runners I keep seeing?

Mon, May 23 2011 at 10:27 AM

Some people say shedding the shoes is best for your feet. Others say it's insanity. But stepping in dog poo is unpleasant under any circumstances.

How can I protect my urban herb garden from air pollution?

Mon, May 16 2011 at 10:34 AM

Container gardeners probably don't have anything to worry about, but a good wash wouldn't hurt, either.

What should I wear for my bike commute to work?

Mon, May 09 2011 at 8:32 AM

Roll up those jeans, put on a sneakily reflective shirt and strap on your helmet. You're ready to go.

Commenting (0)

What's on your mind? Don't be shy! Let people know what you are thinking.

JOIN THE NEST
READ, WRITE,
EARN POINTS

JOIN NOW

Member since September 2009

A 2006 graduate of the New School’s MFA Creative Writing program, Matt Hickman cut his editorial teeth as a contributing writer at luxury lifestyle magazine, CITY. More recently, he covered everything and anything eco-friendly as a lead co-writer and editor for eco-living website GreenYour, a venture by leading New York-based sustainability consultancy, GreenOrder. Matt also is a writer for the Big Apple arm of sassy green tip-makers Ideal Bite and has written for Nerve.com and Gridskipper. Matt, whose weaknesses include diet soda, tsotchkes, and scented soy candles, calls a two-bedroom apartment in Red Hook, Brooklyn, home sweet home.

When he's not being an advice columnist, Matt is the home blogger for MNN. You can reach Matt at MHickman@mnn.com and follow him at Twitter at @mattyhick.

Start a Blog

MNN's community blogs are the perfect place to broadcast your environmental passions.

Start a Blog Community Blogs

FEATURED CAUSE

Support Local Foods

No Farms. No Foods. Support local farmers and locally-grown foods with this cause.

Donate

Matt Hickman

MY MOST RECENT CONTENT

Matt Hickman

FEATURED CAUSE

mhickmanqanda'S PLEDGES