"We are thrilled." Incredible donation set to transform crucial nature area: 'A much-needed boost' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Humans first began foraging for food some 12,000 years ago, long before they developed agricultural tools that overshadowed the ancient act that helped sustain early humans.

Rio Vista awaits, perched along the Sacramento River with small-town charm that’s as refreshing as the delta breeze. This waterfront gem in Solano County might be the best California day trip you’ve ...

Mariposa sits in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, just a short drive from Yosemite National Park. This historic gold rush town has kept its old-time charm while offering modern comforts. The main ...

Wright County Parks and Recreation is inviting people to enter their best photos of landscapes, wildlife or recreation in Wright County parks.

A Colorado Parks and Wildlife book chronicling the history of the state’s parks has earned national recognition. “At Home in ...

The Bird Island Stewards will begin hosting monthly guided nature walks on the Bird Island Coastal Reserve at Sunset Beach every Wednesday morning beginning Oct. 15.

Mountain lions in your neighborhood could be just what you need. How restoring these big cats to their historical range could ...

A new film dives into Ohio's natural wonders and scenic outdoors. Watch the trailer and see when it comes to a theater near you.

Seal pups have appeared a month earlier than usual at a nature reserve. The pupping season usually runs from October to ...

Ed Ringle, of EddieWorld fame, built a pond in Beatty that dried up parts of the Amargosa River system this summer. Water and ...

Woodstock artist Ann Litrel and AJC "Wild Georgia" columnist Charles Seabrook have collaborated on an art book highlighting the state's natural beauty.