An international study led by the University of Liège proposes a new map of the potential for natural vegetation on Earth, far beyond forests. By incorporating the role of fire and herbivores, ...

For over 20 million years, the landscape of Europe has been a tree-rich mosaic of grasslands, scrubs and more or less open woodlands with an abundance of wildflowers. This is the conclusion of a new ...

For those prioritizing mental wellness this year, forest bathing is a simple lifestyle change that prioritize mindfulness, connection, and self-care (and happens to be one I just began practicing).

We can all agree that the national parks in the United States are breathtakingly beautiful and chock-full of opportunities to get outdoors in some of the most dramatic settings on Earth. The ...

Imagine stepping into the woods, leaving behind the noise and stress of daily life. As you pause and breathe, a sense of calm takes over. There’s no rush or destination, only the soothing quiet of the ...

Dawn Taft reached into a tangle of leafy branches, the top half of her body largely disappearing from view. “Oh my God, pawpaws!” Taft exclaimed, holding back large canoe-shaped leaves to reveal a ...

In the summer of 2024, the researchers hit the road, chasing storms from Florida to Pennsylvania. Finally, they got lucky: While camped out during a thunderstorm in Pembroke, North Carolina, they ...

Mirror photo by Colette Costlow / Adventurers walk along the paved road at Canoe Creek State Park while taking in their surroundings. HOLLIDAYSBURG — Relieving stress can be a walk in the park. On ...

NORTH MUSKEGON, MI - The Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve will soon have a micro forest in progress. The popular hiking, fishing, biking and birdwatching destination is situated along the Muskegon River ...

Winter is a magical time of the year for me. When fresh snow blankets the ground and the air is crisp, the world seems to slow down. However, if you are like me, when winter rears its chilly head, I ...