Watch out for this plant next time you are out in nature.
Stinging nettle is a common plant of the Rocky Mountains and North America. Here is a little bit of information about this plant, including why you should avoid it, how to identify it, and treatment.
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I wonder what animal this came from? Photo via Flickr.
Do you know how to identify animal scat? Here are 3 tips to help you figure out what kind of animal that scat you found while hiking may have come from. Continue reading
Watch out for this Stinging Nettle!
Unfortunately, there are a lot of plants to avoid when you go hiking. Here are three that you need to keep an eye out for when you are out exploring the Rocky Mountains with your family. Continue reading
Look at those front claws that are great for digging.
These mole facts are sure to teach you a few things about moles that you didn’t know. Here are 8 fun facts about these small, burrowing mammals that live throughout the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
Is this a mole or a vole?
Do you know the difference between a mole or vole? Both of these small animals live underground and look similar, but they are quite different. Continue reading
Now that you have poison ivy, how do you treat it? Photo via Flickr.
Poison ivy treatment begins right after you think you may have rubbed up against the plant by washing off the area. Here are some other things you can try to help ease the pain and itching. Continue reading
Have you been here before? Cedar Breaks NM. Photo via Flickr.
Here are the 3 best Rocky Mountain National Monuments that you should definitely visit this summer. The good days of spring and summer are coming, make sure you get outside to enjoy the Rockies. Continue reading
Have you ever had this awful rash? Photo via Flickr.
It is crucial to be able to identify poison ivy because it can turn a fun trip into a very miserable experience. Here are 5 steps to help you identify this bothersome and irritating plant. Continue reading
Try not to get too wet! Photo via Flickr.
Hiking in the rain can be a memorable and fun experience if done right. These tips will help make sure you get the most out of your hike in the rain. Continue reading
How long does this house fly live?
Have you ever wondered how long an ordinary house fly lives? Surprisingly, at least to me, is that a house fly lives on average 30 days and even up to 60! Continue reading