1. Winchester, VA
2. Highland Park, IL (Lake County)
3. Portsmouth, NH
4. Salt Lake City, UT
5. Gainesville, FL
*About the City Rankings: researched data across Weather, Jobs, Leisure Activities and Arts. For more information and details on the scoring model please visit www.mobiledeluxe.com

1. San Francisco, CA
2. San Jose, CA
3. Santa Ana, CA
4. Santa Cruz, CA
5. Nassau County, NY
*About the City Rankings: researched data across Sales Tax, Income Tax, Cost of Living, Median Home and Rental Prices. For more information and details on the scoring model please visit www.mobiledeluxe.com

1. Lynchburg, VA
2. Dothan, AL
3. Blacksburg, VA
4. Abilene, TX
5. Roanoke, VA
*About the City Rankings: researched data across air and water quality, medical service costs, allergen count.

1. California
2. Texas
3. New York
4. Florida
5. Illinois
*About the City Rankings: results based on U.S. Census Bureau estimates.

1. Yosemite National Park - California
2. Yellowstone National Park - Wyoming, Montana, Idaho
3. Shenandoah National Park - Virginia
4. Dinosaur National Monument - Colorado, Utah
5. Biscayne National Park - Florida
*About the Rankings: results based on the National Park Service, U.S. Dept. of the Interior

1. By keeping your tires inflated as recommended and using the recommended grade of motor oil, you can improve your fuel economy by 5%.
2. Service your car regularly and be sure your air and fuel filters are clean.
3. Clean out unnecessary items in your trunk. The less your car weighs the better mileage it will get.
4. Plan your trips in advance. Try to avoid taking many single trips, instead, make your trips multi-purpose.
5. Don't speed. An average speed is better for your gas tank. Every 5mph over 60mph reduces fuel economy by 10%
6. Keep your A/C off, if possible.
7. Avoid idling. Idling uses up fuel and contributes to air pollution.
8. Use alternative modes of tranportation when possible.
*About fuel economy tips: tips based on DOT data.

1. Purchase durable, long lasting goods such as coffee mugs and plates which can be reused for many years.
2. Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins or towels.
3. Purchase refillable pens and pencils.
4. Turn your used jelly or pasta sauce jars into containers for leftover food.
5. Donate old magazines to shelters, schools or clinics.
6. Purchase products which are produced and packaged with as little toxic materials as possible.
7. Learn how to compost your organic matter, such as food and yard waste, to help keep this waste out of landfills. Composting is also incredibly beneficial to soil.
*About recycling tips: results based on EPA data

1. Repair your air conditioner to prevent ozone-depleting refrigerants from escaping. Make sure that your refrigerant is recovered before servicing.
2. If you are purchasing a new A/C or heat pump, make sure it uses non-ozone-depleting refrigerant.
3. Remove refrigerant from refrigerators, A/C's and dehumidifiers before disposing of them. If everyone took this one step it would prevent the release of about 4 million pounds of CFCs each year. Disposed refrigerant can be reused and recycled.
4. Make sure your service technicians are EPA certified.
5. Work with your local officials. If your area doesn't have a refrigerant recovery and recycling program, you can help start one!
*About protecting our ozone layer: results based on EPA data

1. Wear appropriate clothing and gloves to prevent skin irritaions, cuts and protect against certain contaminants.
2. Protect yourself against the sun by wearing a wide brimmed hat, sun screen and long sleeved shirts.
3. Use insect repellant containing DEET to protect yourself from the diseases that mosquitos and ticks carry.
4. Wear saftetly goggles, ear plugs and sturdy shoes when mowing your lawn.
5. Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration.
*About protecting gardening safety tips: results based on CDC data

1. Dawn and dusk are the best times to observe wildlife.
2. Never offer snacks to the animals.
3. Sit quietly and allow the wildlife to get used to your presence.
4. When searching for wildlife, look for signs such as tracks and feathers.
5. Observe from you car. Use binoculars to get a close-up look.
6. Leave young animals alone, their protective parents may be near by.
*About protecting gardening safety tips: results based on U.S. Department of the Interior data

1. For trick or treaters' safety, remove any obstacles from your lawn, steps or porch.
2. If you have a candlelit outdoor jack-o-lantern keep it away from walkways and doorsteps where costumes may brush up against the flame.
3. Keep candlelit indoor pumpkins on sturdy surfaces away from curtains and heavily trafficked areas.
4. If possible, consider battery powered candles or lightsticks for your jack-o-lanterns.
5. If you are expecting trick or treaters, keep pets away from the door.
6. Make sure your outlets are not overloaded with Halloween lights etc.
7. If you have little ones trick or treating, have them wear reflective tape and carry a small flashlight.
*About Halloween Safety Tips: tips based on the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the U.S. Census Bureau.

1. Open shades and curtains to let the sun's natural warmth in during daylight hours.
2. Close shades and curtains at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.
3. Set your hot water temp no higher than 120 degrees F. This can help cut your water heating costs by 10%.
4. Insulate your water heater if is old. You can get an insulation kit from your local hardware store.
5. Set thermostat as low as is comfortable when you are at home.
6. By setting your thermostat at 65 degrees F for 8 hours a day (when no one is home or when everyone is sleeping), you can cut your heating bill by 10%.
7. Caulk and weatherstrip any doors and windows that may leak air.
*About Winter Money Saving Heating Tips: tips based on U.S. Dept. of Energy data.

1. There are 1.9 billion holiday cards sent every year making the Holiday Season the largest card selling occasion in the U.S.
2. There are 20 million trees cut for the Holiday Season. The state of Oregon is the biggest Christmas tree producer.
3. There are 50,000 malls and shopping centers in the U.S.
4. 20 billion cards and packages are delivered during the Holiday Season.
5. There is only one town in the U.S. named Christmas. Christmas, FL, located in Central Florida, has a population of approx. 1200.
6. There are two towns in the U.S. named Santa Claus. One is located in Georgia and the other in Indiana.
*About Fun Holiday Facts: facts based on the U.S. Census Bureau.

1. Gray Wolf
2. California Sea Otter
3. Whooping Crane
4. Black Turtle
5. Key Deer

United States Endangered Species Delisted (partial list):
1. Gray Whale
2. Peregine Falcon
3. American Alligator
4. Tinian Monarch
5. Colombian White Tailed Deer
*About the above lists: results drawn from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service