In a large pot, bring two cups of water to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to low and add orange peels.

Cover with a lid and simmer 15 minutes.

Whisk in sugar until dissolved.

Add 2 cups of ice and 10 cups of water.

Check to make sure temperature of the mixture is cool (room temp).

Add the orange juice and ginger bug.

Stir well and pour the mixture into a one gallon or two half gallon jars.

Cover with a cloth or coffee filter and affix with a rubber band.

Allow to sit 24 hours in a warm location.

Filter and pour the mixture into bottles or jars.

Secure with tight fitting lids and allow the bottles or jars to sit 12 to 24 hours in warm location.

Check for desired carbonation level after 12 hours.

If carbonation is not ready, allow to sit another 12 hours.

Once the bottles or jars are carbonated (fizzy when opened) refrigerate and enjoy when cold.