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Photosnynthesis – The Basis Of Life

September 23, 2019September 17, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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Beautiful wildflowers in Utah.

Photosynthesis is the process plants use to convert sunlight into energy.  Here is a simple diagram of photosynthesis, and some useful information about it. Continue reading →

Plants Reproduce 2 Main Ways – What Are They?

October 14, 2018September 27, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Beautiful wildflowers in Utah.

Plants reproduce or attempt to make new plants in one of two main ways.  One of those is by making seeds, but what is the other one? Continue reading →

Aspect Of A Slope – Why Is It Important For Hiking?

July 20, 2018July 5, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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A thick, evergreen forest in the mountains is always cool.

The aspect of a slope is simply the direction the area of a mountain is facing.  Think about the aspect of a trail when planning a hike because it determines the amount of sunlight in an area. Continue reading →

The Rainforest Layers – Do You Know All 4?

June 6, 2018May 21, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Do you know all 4 main layers of a rainforest?

The different rainforest layers are visible whenever you go hiking through a rainforest.  Here is a quick overview of the four main rainforest layers: emergent layer, canopy, understory, and the forest floor. Continue reading →

Stinging Nettle – How To Identify, Avoid, and Treat It

April 21, 2018April 18, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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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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3 Plants To Avoid When Hiking In The Rocky Mountains

April 17, 2018April 21, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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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 →

Poison Ivy Treatment – What Should You Do?

April 11, 2018April 8, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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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 →

Identify Poison Ivy In 5 Easy Steps

April 7, 2018April 4, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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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 →

5 Seed Facts – Amazing Reproductive Strategy

November 7, 2017November 6, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Seeds from a maple tree.

I wonder how many of these seed facts you already know?   All seeds may share certain characteristics, but they come in many forms, shapes, and sizes. Continue reading →

Seeds and Spores – What Are The Differences?

October 30, 2017October 4, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Pumpkin seeds.

Seeds and spores are both used to help plants or fungus reproduce and make new life.  But, do you really know how they are different? Continue reading →

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