I Gave a Coyote the Yips!: Being alert counts, whether crossing a four-lane avenue or hiking in wilderness. I didn’t set out to learn about coyotes on this dreary November afternoon. But by paying attention … Continue Reading →
10 Books for Bushcrafters, Nature Lovers, and People Who Love the Outdoors (2014)
Here is a list of great books for your favorite bushcrafter, nature lover, or person who loves the outdoors. It is one of the NatureOutside Gift Guides for 2014. … Continue Reading →
Gift Guide for Bushcrafters, Nature Lovers, and People Who Love the Outdoors (2014)
The holidays are approaching and, quite frankly, I look forward to greeting them. I look forward to the warmth of family gatherings, exchanging best wishes with old friends, and … Continue Reading →
Enter to Win an Autographed Copy of “A Year of Watching Wildlife”!
As many of you know, I like to give away free stuff. I try to make the giveaways unique – things that you would not normally be able to … Continue Reading →
Wolves Teach a Master Class (Part 3)
Tracking with wolves! Perhaps that’s a good title for Kevin Costner’s sequel? It was exhilarating spending the day with our wolf instructors, Harley and Shadow. In part 1, … Continue Reading →
The Rain Brings Old Friends
So it rained in Northern California. Not much. Not everywhere. But we can use every drop. For the last three years, California has experienced a severe drought. And it … Continue Reading →
Wolves Teach a Master Class (Part 2)
Wolf – just its name is charged with meaning. Our ancient ancestors admired the wolf for its hunting prowess. Our modern society reviles them for the same reason. … Continue Reading →
The Missing Arm of William Waddell
I am helping with a fun Halloween event that you may want to attend. Each year around this time, Big Basin Redwoods State Park presents, The Missing Arm of William … Continue Reading →
Wolves Teach a Master Class (Part 1)
Human professors aren’t always the best. Sometimes it takes an animal teacher. For many years I have wanted to learn how to track wolves. I’ve hiked and backpacked … Continue Reading →
The Mystery of Invasive Species
I hear a lot about invasive species in California, the state where I live. These exotic species from faraway lands displace the natives and threaten to take over local … Continue Reading →
Do Turkey Vultures Smell?
A short article in BayNature Magazine caught my attention. It talks about the controversy that existed surrounding the question: Do turkey vultures locate carrion by sight or by smell? After … Continue Reading →