Discover Wildflower Wonders With New U.S. Forest Service Map
April 5, 2012
The U.S. Forest Service has released an updated online wildflower map with hundreds of locations within national forests for prime wildflower viewing, making it easier than ever to enjoy America’s great outdoors. The wildflower map includes 317 wildflower viewing areas on National Forest System... Read more »
Autumn Bird Watching Along the Natchez Trace
November 11, 2010
Migrating birds signal the start of hunting season. But if you’re not a sportsman, you can delight in observing waterfowl as they travel south for the winter. Point your rig toward Natchez, Mississippi for phenomenal birding at the St. Catherine Creek National Wildlife Refuge. Located on the Mississippi... Read more »
Discovering the Call of the Wild in Yellowstone National Park
October 1, 2009
Sam, the bear, was hungry and he knew from smell where he could satisfy his appetite. Padding across the grounds to a large tree, the massive grizzly examined the bag located high above. Like all bears, Sam was smart and began testing the tree by rocking it back and forth. When he couldn’t bend... Read more »
History Finds a Home at National Wildlife Refuges
May 16, 2009
National wildlife refuges are considered home to more than 700 species of birds, 200 species of mammals and more than 280 species that are endangered or threatened with extinction. Yet, they also reflect America’s history, and the historic homes found on some refuges are an intriguing part of that... Read more »
