When it comes to survival strategies, lizards have mastered the art of self-preservation with their incredible ability to shed and regenerate their tails.
Stories
Understanding White-tailed Deer Sign
Deer are social animals who communicate with sounds and signs. The signs they leave behind and how to interpret them can be clues for hunting success.
Leave the Leaves This Fall
For small creatures that live around your property, those piles of leaves, dead plant material, twigs and stems help keep them alive over the winter months.
Cooking Outdoors when Campfires aren’t an Option
No campfire? No problem. Outdoor education specialist Christy Christensen shares her advice for equipment you can use when campfires are prohibited.
Becoming a Snipe Hunter
Common snipe is similar to a mourning dove in size, and at times rival these athletic fliers with their constant maneuverability. When they set their wings to land, they resemble teal.
Death and Decomposition in Nature
When an animal dies in the wild, its carcass becomes the focal point of an intriguing micro-ecosystem that supports various life forms, each contributing to the breakdown and recycling of nutrients.