Outdoor Living

Hunters, anglers and nearly everyone else supports the roadless rule

The roadless rule is the single most important regulation that benefits hunting and fishing in America. The rule has been in place for 25 years, a habitat-enhancing force of nature since I started hunting elk some 20 years ago, with nearly universal popularity from the start. As Trout Unlimited President and CEO Chris Wood explained, […]

Why the Galapagos should be your No. 1 destination for 2027

(BPT) - Some destinations feel almost mythical until you map the journey. Take the Galapagos Islands, for example. This remote chain of islands may seem like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity reserved …

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5 ways to manage minor aches and pains to keep running this fall

(BPT) - Fall is arguably one of the best seasons for running. The crisp, cool air brings runners a much-needed reprieve after a summer of sweaty miles and serves as a reminder to make the most of the …

The hidden mining cost of meat and seafood

Sentient reports that the environmental costs of meat and seafood extend beyond feed crops to the minerals mined for animal diets, impacting biodiversity and emissions. 
Where speed goats cross the high sage seas
Atmos reports on pronghorn migration in Wyoming, highlighting their unique adaptations, conservation efforts, and the struggle to balance wildlife protection with development.
Why scientists want your photos of wildlife eating lunch
Grist reports on the Who Eats Whom project, leveraging citizen science to document complex wildlife interactions. This database aids conservation efforts amid climate change.
How to prepare your HVAC system for winter: A homeowner's checklist for reliable heating
(BPT) - Winter weather can arrive quickly, and the last thing any homeowner wants is a heating system that isn't ready when temperatures drop. Fortunately, a few proactive maintenance steps can help …
4 fall home power steps to prepare for cold weather, starting with a solar generator
(BPT) - The fall season means clocks fall back, and every November, standard time returns with a familiar set of seasonal rituals.Once you've gone around the house adjusting all your clocks, you …
Hurricane Harvey dropped several feet of rain on Texas, stranding trucks, people and their pets.
How much rain can a hurricane make, and does the storm size matter?
Storms big and small can produce a lot of rain. What matters most is how fast they’re moving, as an atmospheric scientist and educator explains.
Top Travel Stories
Enchanting Travels reports that Northern Europe is attracting travelers with unique experiences like cider tasting in Norway, Arctic treehouse stays, and scenic train rides.
Motley Fool Money reports that using credit cards for holiday travel can earn rewards and provide perks like travel insurance.
(Feature Impact) If you reminisce on the days when the toy catalog was required reading, photos took a week to develop and the only way to reach the North Pole was on a landline, this holiday season may offer an opportunity to take yourself back a few years - or decades.
Green Living Stories
NJ data center emitted staggering amounts of air pollution for nearly a year before regulators intervened
Floodlight reports that a New Jersey data center emitted significant air pollution for nearly a year before regulators intervened, leading to a $1 million fine.
What the history of blue baby syndrome tells us about today’s fight for clean water
Sentient reports that blue baby syndrome, linked to nitrate pollution from agriculture, shaped water safety regulations. 
Not every home needs the same backup power. Here's how to determine the best home battery backup for you.
(BPT) - Are you thinking about adding a home backup system to your house in the form of a solar generator or portable power station? If not, it's a good idea to consider sooner rather than …
What you need to know about the outage forecast before you buy power backup
(BPT) - Excited about Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days? How about finding deals that really matter, like backup power solutions for your home? More than 4 in 10 households have no generator, battery, …
Could shellfish farming fix Florida's algal bloom problem?
Reasons to be Cheerful reports that shellfish farming could help combat Florida's harmful algal blooms by filtering water and improving quality through nutrient credit trading.
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