Easy ways to be 'green' for the holidays

NORTH COUNTY - While the holiday season is a time of joy, giving and religious reflection, it also can be a time of excess. Holiday parties, meals brimming with more food than the average person can consume, wrapping paper tossed aside after minimal usage, and shoppers venturing for miles in cars in search of presents can all prove wasteful.

For the environmentally conscious, the holiday season is a great opportunity to put ideals to use. Although it may seem like a challenging task, going green for the holidays is easier than one might think. - Get a live Christmas tree. Christmas trees are p...