Do you know the most important thing to bring when hiking with kids?
Over years of hiking with my kids I have found that this is the single most important thing to bring when I go hiking with kids. This will make sure your hike is fun as opposed to unpleasant. Continue reading
An Ant is a common insect that can be found throughout the world.
Every insect in the world has 4 common characteristics. These traits are what make an insect an insect and not a spider, mammal, or bird. Continue reading
The male peacock is incredible colorful.
Many male birds are more colorful than the female birds of the same species. However, in some species the females are more colorful. Continue reading
Do you have any idea what type of bird this is?
Knowing the main types of birds will help you identify and understand birds easier. Here are the main categories or types of birds that can be found throughout the world. Continue reading
Do you have any centipedes around your house?
It can be lots of fun to catch bugs with this simple pitfall trap. Observing bugs is fun, will help you learn about their behavior, and will get you more acquainted with the natural world. Continue reading
A Magpie is a type of songbird.
Songbirds are one of the most common types of birds in the world. Here is a short definition of what they are and some common ones. Continue reading
Caddisflies are common insects to find near rivers. Photo via Flickr.
A caddisfly lifecycle is similar to other aquatic insects lifecycle with both a nymph stage and adult stage with wings. Here is an overview along with a simple diagram of this aquatic bug’s lifecycle. Continue reading
A common loon is an example of a bird that swims underwater.
A number of birds swim underwater in rivers, streams, oceans, or lakes. Here are 5 bizarre birds that seems to think they’re part fish. Continue reading
Here he is doing some fishing in a beautiful spot in Alaska.
Happy 9th birthday to my son, Bodhi today! It has been so much fun hiking, camping, fishing, and exploring nature together over the past 8 years. Continue reading
Have you ever seen one of these? Do you know what it is?
A caddisfly is a really neat aquatic insect that is common on rivers and streams throughout the world and Rocky Mountains. Here are 7 caddisfly facts. Continue reading