The Robin’s Nest – How to Identify Bird Nests: When we hike in nature, we only see the things we consider important. When I was studying to be a naturalist, each week’s guest lecturer would take us out … Continue Reading →
Just in Beaver Makes a Comeback
Please excuse the pun – I could not help myself! 😀 This post is not about a troubled teenaged pop-star. Rather it is about a fascinating semi-aquatic rodent. Beavers have … Continue Reading →
Talking Turkey
About this time last year I went for a hike in the grassland hills above a local reservoir. One of the interesting things I saw was some new … Continue Reading →
Insect Safari
Safari (n) – an expedition to observe or hunt animals in their natural habitat. It’s been many years since I have traveled through Africa. But I still remember … Continue Reading →
Give of your skills, even if you don’t think you have any!
Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is to you. – Ralph Waldo Emerson You definitely get more out of volunteering than you put in. … Continue Reading →
What we can learn from a Harrier’s Butt
About a year ago, I purchased a sexy new digital camera. It was not too expensive, yet had many of the bells and whistles found on high-end units. I … Continue Reading →
Beginner Leatherworking Project
When I started working with leather, I was always on the lookout for simple projects to practice basic skills. Below is an idea for a simple project and a … Continue Reading →
Mountain Lion Tracks – Take the Quiz
In my previous post, I talked about how to read a mountain lion track. Now let’s have some fun! Below are 5 pictures of either a mountain lion track … Continue Reading →
Mountain Lion Tracks – Learn to Read Them
Finding a mountain lion track is an electric experience. While you may “know” there are big cats out there, seeing evidence in person is quite another matter. My first … Continue Reading →
California State Parks License Plate Art Contest
How awesome would it be to design your state’s license plate?!! California is going to produce a special license plate to support its state parks system. If you are interested … Continue Reading →
How Old is that Tree?
The amazing thing about bushcraft is that you can be a student all your life. There is no graduation! A new skill, a different technique, or some new insight … Continue Reading →