Hiking in the great outdoors has become one of the most popular activities across the country. For the day hiker, there are trails that cover just a few miles and those that traverse the entire country for the truly adventurous. Even when half of the country is under...
Whether out for a jaunt in the woods or just trying to enjoy a backyard barbecue, black flies can be a pesky problem when you are outside. Also referred to as buffalo or turkey gnats, there are over 250 kinds of black flies in North America alone and over 2,000...
Some people who live in the northern regions of the U.S. look forward to the winter months, while others just try to bear it until the earth’s north pole tips back towards the sun. If you are a die-hard winter-sports enthusiast, you may not want to miss a minute of...
From the Green Mountains of Vermont to the Redwoods of California, autumn is an amazing time of year to enjoy nature. The temperatures are cooler, the humidity lessens and the fall foliage can be breathtaking in the northern latitudes. No matter where you live,...
Ticks are not the only pests to worry about when you go outdoors. In certain areas, you also need to watch out for chiggers. Protect yourself from this nuisance and potential danger by learning how to identify chiggers and where to be the most careful to avoid them....
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