Instead of sunbathing, give forest bathing a try. All you need is a little free time and access to a forested or tree-covered spot.
Another myth busted: Snakes are not slimy at all.
If you've ever taken a walk outside after it rains, you know that worms tend to congregate above ground after wet weather. The reason why is a mystery, although scientists have a few theories.
Opossums deserve our love and respect because they provide many benefits, and they're pretty cute too.
Dumping unused bait in the water seems like an innocent way to end a fishing trip, but it is detrimental to the health of our waterways.
The green heron isn't as well known or as frequently seen as the great blue heron, but these birds are interesting in their own right.
Tiny but mighty microarthropods are tiny bugs that do a lot of good despite their small size.
Most people can identify a mallard duck and a Canada goose, but do you know the difference between ducks and geese?
Brown-headed cowbirds lay their eggs in other birds' nests, outsourcing incubation and newborn care entirely to other birds. This may not win them any mother-of-the-year awards, but it is the only way they know.
Cellar spiders love to live in human habitats, but they're beneficial to us to.
A mother won't reject her babies if you touch them, but most young birds don't need your help.
When it comes to animal poop, it's not all the same. Dog poop can be harmful to the environment if left behind, but that's not true of wildlife waste. That's why it's important to always pick up after your dog, no matter where you are.
Photographing wildlife can be an adventure, but the woodchuck is an easy subject.
Not all plants sold at local garden centers and home improvement stores are native; in fact, many are not.
The need to have a perfect lawn has to do with peer pressure, according to a recent study. But doing so isn't really good for the environment.
Common grackles might seem ordinary, their name even implies it. But while these birds may be common, there is something quite special about them.
Instead of sunbathing, give forest bathing a try. All you need is a little free time and access to a forested or tree-covered spot.
Another myth busted: Snakes are not slimy at all.
If you've ever taken a walk outside after it rains, you know that worms tend to congregate above ground after wet weather. The reason why is a mystery, although scientists have a few theories.
Opossums deserve our love and respect because they provide many benefits, and they're pretty cute too.
Dumping unused bait in the water seems like an innocent way to end a fishing trip, but it is detrimental to the health of our waterways.
The green heron isn't as well known or as frequently seen as the great blue heron, but these birds are interesting in their own right.
Tiny but mighty microarthropods are tiny bugs that do a lot of good despite their small size.
Most people can identify a mallard duck and a Canada goose, but do you know the difference between ducks and geese?
Brown-headed cowbirds lay their eggs in other birds' nests, outsourcing incubation and newborn care entirely to other birds. This may not win them any mother-of-the-year awards, but it is the only way they know.
Cellar spiders love to live in human habitats, but they're beneficial to us to.
A mother won't reject her babies if you touch them, but most young birds don't need your help.
When it comes to animal poop, it's not all the same. Dog poop can be harmful to the environment if left behind, but that's not true of wildlife waste. That's why it's important to always pick up after your dog, no matter where you are.
Photographing wildlife can be an adventure, but the woodchuck is an easy subject.
Not all plants sold at local garden centers and home improvement stores are native; in fact, many are not.
The need to have a perfect lawn has to do with peer pressure, according to a recent study. But doing so isn't really good for the environment.
Common grackles might seem ordinary, their name even implies it. But while these birds may be common, there is something quite special about them.
Find your nature’s muse at this event full of hands-on activities that let you express yourself through music, movement and visual arts
Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District for a book club on the go! The book for September is “North Woods” by Daniel Mason.
Fall is a trying time for pollinators. They're still in need of food and water even as their regular sources begin to fade away as autumn sets in.
If you love fall color, hope the coming weeks bring us warm, sunny days and cool, crisp nights.
Interactive map predicts when fall color will peak in Will County and beyond.