Few sights are quite as rewarding to see and experience on a hike as a magnificent waterfall splashing down over rocks into a river, lake, or pond below. The three-tiered Wallace Falls on the Wallace River in western Washington State are so breathtaking that they are the focal point of one of the state\’s most […]
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An orphaned baby walrus who was found emaciated, dehydrated, and alone on a beach in far northern Alaska last month has been recovering under intensive care thanks to the efforts of the Alaska SeaLife Center\’s Wildlife Response Program. Assisted by additional staff members from walrus care organizations around the United States, the staff at Alaska
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When choosing plants and flowers for a garden, you\’ll likely pick them based on their beauty; ability to produce fruits, vegetables, or other edible crops; or personal meaningfulness to you. What you may not be considering but what\’s equally important is deciding whether to pick non-native or native plants. While native and non-native plants can
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After years of delays in implementation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. government will begin enforcing the Real ID Act of 2005 for domestic flights starting in May 2025. All U.S. travelers who are 18 years or older will need to have an extra form of documentation called a Real ID with them and
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Traveling is always better when you have someone to share the experience with, and traveling with pets can also enhance your vacation. Neither you nor your pets want to deal with stress when going on vacation. If you want to make your next adventure traveling with pets more stress-free, here are some great tips to
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With many major ecological crises like climate change and the continued destruction of natural habitats affecting the world, it can feel overwhelming to think about humans\’ massive impact on the environment. These problems are so large that you might feel powerless to substantially help protect the environment or native species. Although it may not seem
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Though sunscreens are a major line of defense for protecting your skin from exposure to the sun’s UV rays, many kinds aren’t entirely safe for humans or the environment. Specifically, when they seep into your skin or the water around you, many traditional chemical UV filters in sunscreens can create toxicities that can damage your
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Currently celebrating its 65th year of statehood, Alaska remains a top travel destination in 2024. Though visits to the state dropped by half from 2019 to 2020 due to the pandemic, visitor numbers have rapidly risen again every year since 2021. This year, Juneau, Anchorage, and Fairbanks all saw a record number of visitors arriving
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Snakes bite over 1.8 million people a year, killing over 138,000 of them and inflicting permanent scars and disabilities on over 400,000 others. Though less deadly than many other snakes, cobras can still inflict lasting damage on victims by causing necrosis or tissue death. While cobra antivenoms are vitally important for saving bite victims\’ lives,
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Cape fur seals are familiar sights for swimmers, surfers, and scuba divers who visit or frequent the majestic waters off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa. Most interactions between these marine mammals and humans are generally peaceful, with the pinnipeds swimming close to scuba divers and riding the waves alongside the surfers; however, in
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