Journal

The leaves are turning from green to a captivating palette of autumn colors. The air becomes crisp as the temperatures drops. This is what draws in the fall hiker. My personal favorite season to hike in. With a broader range of temperature fluctuations, it's...
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The first animal we’re covering in our Wildlife Encounter Series is the pit viper, one of two categories of venomous snakes. August through October is birthing season for rattlesnakes, so now is the time to be more aware of the...
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Whether you are camping, hiking, or just exploring, it is important to remember that the beauty of why you’re in nature also comes with the wildlife that lives there. While it can be exciting to see these animals, it can...
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Are you newer to hiking or maybe haven't even hiked at all yet? Are you unsure about how to start planning for your trail adventures? First order of business is to plan a hike based on your skill level. Trekking...
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As more and more people are adventurously recreating outdoors, it’s important to consistently educate individuals about leave no trace principles and outdoor etiquette. We should all remind ourselves of the motto “just leaving footprints” before stepping off onto our newest quests. We can...
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