This swallow nest is full of hungry baby birds!
Bird nests come in a lot of different shapes and sizes. Here are the four main types of nests that the majority of birds make when having babies. Continue reading
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
It is spring time, which means that tree buds are beginning to open up and leaves are growing. Here are 4 facts about those buds on the trees that have in fact been there all winter long. Continue reading
Skunks hibernate during winter.
Have you ever wondered how animals know when to come out of hibernation? Well, winter is slowly coming to an end, which means a lot of animals will be preparing to emerge and become active again. Continue reading
A black capped chickadee is active during winter.
Black Capped Chickadees may be small, but they are incredibly tough and can withstand the harsh winters of the Rockies. Here is how these little birds are able to stay warm enough at night during winter. Continue reading
Happy New Year! Now is the time start making your dreams a reality.
The new year is here, so it is time to come up with my 2018 outdoors resolutions. These are my new years resolutions for 2018. Continue reading
The Rocky Mountains are full of kid-friendly hikes.
Find kid-friendly hikes near you today using these suggestions. These tips will help you find fun hikes to explore with your family. Continue reading
Conifer trees covered in snow during winter in the Rocky Mountains.
Conifer trees are generally the most common trees at higher elevations. There are number of ways they are adapted to survive in the mountains. Continue reading
Backpacking with kids can be super fun for families in the Rocky Mountains. Here are 8 valuable tips that will help you get the most out of your first trip backpacking with kids. Continue reading
Look at this happy family exploring nature on a hike.
Do you want to be a happier person? Apparently, spending more time in nature, including the Rocky Mountains, is one of the secrets of happy people. Continue reading