The sugar pine (Pinus lambertiana) can be identified by its huge cones, which can reach lengths of more than 20 inches and are about 4 to 6 inches wide. Sugar pines can grow as tall as 250 feet ...

One of the most important, yet challenging, skills to nail down as a wilderness survivalist is tree identification ...

Long a cultural melting pot and a hub for artists, the 400-year-old city is riding a new surge in popularity. Here's the scoop on where to stay, what to eat and drink, the best hikes to plan, and more ...

All living things die, which is too often perceived as a negative phenomenon. Yet, forest mortality yields an opportunity for both change and rejuvenation. These dynamics are wonderful to witness, and ...

The Caldor Fire raged through the ski resort in the summer of 2021, torching 1,600 acres of Sierra-at-Tahoe’s terrain. In the aftermath, the trees lining popular ski runs were b ...

Strawberries are known as heart berries or ode’iminan in Ojibwemowin and they play a special role in our regional ecosystems.

A ferocious storm killed eight people on a day full of misfortunes and coincidences that showed the limits of human control.

There was a circle in Maria Burns' yard where grass wouldn't grow and trees died. She knew what it was: An old natural gas ...

Craving Old Florida dining? From funky seafood joints to a hidden island gem, here are 17 classic restaurants worth the road ...

It’s no surprise that Florida is a strange place. But some places in the Sunshine State are stranger than others.

We've found 16 old Florida-style restaurants - from swamp houses to steakhouses - worth a road trip for the food, views and ...

With a colorful history matched with sleepy charm and excellent food and drink, Crockett’s an excellent place for a day trip.