ORONO, Maine (WABI) – This is usually the time of year when people start to think about planting their gardens. If you are looking for inspiration, there is a four acre garden in Orono which is free to visit and learn. Joy Hollowell shows us this hidden gem. ===== “1965 was the first official planting […]
The main national parks of Sudan must be given increased protection and support for better management, local communities and ecotourism. The $ 23.6 million initiative is to be funded by the Global Environment Facility and the remainder by contributions from the United Nations and national countries, and partners. A joint statement from Khartoum on Sunday […]
Spanning 8.3 million square feet, still in the middle of town but with the vibe of being in the suburbs, the neighborhood has all the perks, including malls, retail stores, and a promenade. waterfront of 2 km. The most well-known places in Pearl Jumeirah are the Nikki Beach trio of venues. Glamorous places are the […]
Published: 05/30/2021 9:19:13 PM Modified: 05/30/2021 21:19:12 BOSTON – Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer), co-chair of the Massachusetts Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus and former chair of the Joint Committee on the Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture, successfully advocated on Wednesday for the inclusion of an amendment to the state FY22 budget to address lost revenue that the […]
Rangers who watch North America’s highest peak say impatient and inexperienced climbers are taking more risks and endangering themselves and fellow climbers after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Denali, in southern Alaska, is 20,310 feet (6,190 meters) above sea level and requires a level of expertise and acclimatization to high altitudes that […]
^ I support Local Community Journalism Support Denver’s independent voice and help keep Westword’s future free. The Lakeside Amusement Park is a Denver landmark. Built in 1908 in the Beaux-Arts style and originally called White City, it was an architectural marvel a century ago, and today people are amazed that the old-fashioned amusement park still […]
There is a false but common feeling I hear all the time among the Portlanders: there is just nothing to do in Salem. How myopic is it? In fact, there is so much to do in and around the Oregon capital, you might as well book accommodation and spend a full weekend exploring all you […]
With so many people making a visit to all national parks a must see, Indiana’s dunes are well positioned to attract more visitors, especially from the Midwest, East Coast, and international markets. The top states for visitors were Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ohio in 2019. Visitors also came from over 64 countries, led by […]
By Sydney Franklin, WRAL Multiplatform Producer Knightdale, North Carolina – Knightdale, which is just 9 miles from downtown Raleigh, offers options for all ages to explore a new city without having to drive far. If you’re looking for a bite to eat, stop by Prime Barbeque. The restaurant, located at 403 Knightdale Station Run, is […]
About 500 meters from Patuakhali’s Kuakata Beach, the district’s only tourist attraction, was washed away by the tide caused by recent Cyclone Yaas. About 56 kilometers of the various flood control dikes in the district were also damaged. The Water Development Board (WDB) said it would need Tk 53 crore to repair these dams. For […]
New cruisers in Alaska want to see glaciers, eagles, salmon, and bears, but they’re not always sure which port is best suited for the activities they want to do. Not all Alaska weeklong cruise itineraries have the same ports, so you need to know which destinations should be high on your list. You don’t want […]
Where to go Here’s a look at the local destinations in Indiana Dunes National Park: Chesterton European Market The Chesterton European Market is held every Saturday morning on Broadway and Third Street in scenic downtown Chesterton, just south of the Indiana Dunes Welcome Center in Porter and Indiana Dunes State Park. One of Northwest Indiana’s […]
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) – Police are calling on anyone with information to come forward after a hiker found the body of a child, believed to be 10, near a trail outside Las Vegas . “We need all of your help and the support and help from the community in this matter,” Lt. Ray Spencer of […]
ÇANAKKALE Gökçeada, the world’s first island of Cittaslow, in the western province of Çanakkale is preparing to welcome visitors this summer. Located in the far west of the country and formerly known as Imbros, the 279 square kilometer Gökçeada is also Turkey’s largest island. It has always been one of the best-known tourist attractions for […]
Hot Sulfur Springs now owns the 270-acre Himebaugh Valley, seen here looking north toward town. The property will provide public recreation opportunities and a corridor leading to the nearby Arapaho National Forest.Courtesy of Hot Sulfur Springs Hot Sulfur Springs has officially purchased 270 acres of the former Jones Creek Ranch with the intention of opening […]
DORA – Dora City Council agreed on Thursday to accept the Recreational Trails Program grant – although much less than expected – for lights along its walking, running and biking trail, which may strain the city ​​to leave the end of the trail off until it can find more funding. Councilor Randy Spears was absent. […]
The Great American Outdoors Act (GAO) Act, enacted last August, marked the largest investment in restoring the national parks system, the national forest system, Bureau of Land Management properties, the National Wildlife Refuge System and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools since World War II. The law also permanently funds the Land and Water […]
Editor’s Note: Our goal with all content is to help spark ideas for future adventures. We urge you to follow all provincial guidelines and limit non-essential travel outside of your health authority. For the latest information on British Columbia’s response to COVID-19, click here. Not far this summer? No worries, there is plenty to explore […]
Landlocked Kansas isn’t where you might expect to see a pelican squadron or sandpiper adventure. But a few times a year we welcome thousands of migratory birds making the long journey north or south. And when that happens, there’s no better place for birding than the salt marshes at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. Credit Lu […]
The Jerusalem municipality will work to preserve Reches Lavan and Nahal Refa’im by declaring them national parks, the municipality said Thursday. Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion also informed the planning and building committee that the municipality will not allow construction or development on the slopes near the Hadassah University Medical Center, except for expansions of the […]
CEDAR STITCH – The Town of Cedar Point has awarded a $ 89,000 contract to Bobby Cahoon Marine Construction of Grantsboro to construct a new wharf to replace a dilapidated structure at Boathouse Creek Walking Trails Park. City manager David Rief, during his monthly report to commissioners at their Tuesday meeting at city hall, said […]
Rare Sewickley, PA Estate auction June 17-19 Known as one of the wealthiest residential areas in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Sewickley offers the privacy of the big city, while having Pittsburgh just minutes away. SEWICKLEY, Pa. (PRWEB) May 27, 2021 A rare opportunity awaits a charmed home buyer like Hillside Hollow heads to the auction. […]
ESTES PARK, Colorado (CBS4) – As the National Park Service gears up for a second summer of allowing visitors to reduce capacity, efforts are also underway to seek long-term solutions. Some people worry that the park will restrict access to public lands. “If it turns out the way they want it to, it will lead […]
Michigan’s sand dunes come in many forms, from soft, sloping shoulders of sand to expanses of white gold so vast they can be seen from space. They can be home to rare and endangered wildlife, anchor peaceful beach days, serve as a backdrop for beautiful hikes, and in some cases, provide scenery for unbeatable off-road […]
Recently held in Srinagar ‘Unlocking the Potential of Kashmir: Another Day in Heaven’ mega-tourism promotion event highlights the tourism potential of Jammu and Kashmir In order to promote the diverse tourism potentials of Jammu and Kashmir and to seize the various travel, tourism and hospitality opportunities in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the […]
Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest stories and updates. “It’s a feeling that’s hard to describe. Watching them fly happily, â€said Syimir Ahmad Safawi, 30, expressing affection for his pet birds and the wonderful world of free flight parrot training. Sharing his Shah Alam apartment with more than a few feathered friends, Syimir’s […]
Heavy equipment clears Trail Ridge Road in this photo posted on Twitter by Rocky Mountain National Park. Park officials plan to open the road on Friday, weather permitting.Courtesy of RMNP Trail Ridge Road opened at the Continental Divide on Wednesday, with park officials planning to fully reopen the road on Friday. Rocky Mountain National Park […]
State soldiers and local law enforcement are calling on everyone to make the summer a safe travel season this year by remembering to click on their seat belts or risk being given a ticket. With many drivers expected to be on the road over Memorial Day weekend, officers share personal stories of seat belts that […]
“When you know things are more standardized, you are able to make comparisons with a smaller data set, and the comparisons you can make are a little more precise,†says Schrimpf. Using eBird data from 93 counties in North America, Schrimpf’s study of where eBird users saw birds showed a greater number of species in […]
With summer upon us, hit the road and visit Tel Hazor and Korazim National Parks – with their magnificent views and interesting outdoor historical backgrounds. This tour is also excellent when combined with a light afternoon hike or a water hike in one of the northern streams; Just make sure that if you are going […]
Northeastern Pennsylvanians don’t have to look far beyond their backyards for adventure. Hiking trails wind through the region, from wetlands to mountains and everywhere in between, and range from difficult trails for more experienced hikers to easy routes for those just starting out. And along the way, hikers can spot wildlife and marvel at the […]
An ambitious $ 4 billion tourism development dubbed “the next Bali” has been condemned by the United Nations Human Rights Office as shocking land grabs and the treatment of the islands’ indigenous populations come to light. Bali’s tourist paradise has held a special place in the Indonesian archipelago. The island has long been associated with […]
The Texas heat is coming and the best place to escape the blazing summers is to cool off in a Texas Hill Country lake with the family. These Texas liquid assets provide a welcome respite. You’ll see some of the best scenery in the state, including cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, pristine waterways, rolling hills, incredible […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of pulling a Wild and as you hike the Pacific Crest Trail, you’ll enjoy the virtual hiker escape TikTok, a hashtag with over 16 million views. With bear spray, a Diva Cup, and a pack full of dehydrated meals, these hikers traverse difficult trails over weeks or months, documenting everything to […]
Downtown Atlanta is home to the city’s biggest tourist attractions like the CNN Center, the Center for Civil and Human Rights, the College Football Hall of Fame, and the Georgia Aquarium. Not to mention Mercedes-Benz Stadium – home to the Atlanta Falcons and the Atlanta United football team – and State Farm Arena, home of […]
It’s time to put a new brand in the spotlight. This time, FashionUnited spoke with the founder of the new Bird brand. Anja Fijma has designed a “waterproof bagâ€: the Bird Cover. The Bird Cover journey began about eight years ago, Fijma tells FashionUnited over the phone. “At the time, I bought a very nice […]
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Tanzanian authorities have issued a warning to villages adjacent to Nyerere National Park saying at least 200 elephants have moved away from the park. Damas Ndumbaro, the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, said on Sunday that elephants could wreak havoc in villages in Namtumbo and Tunduru districts in Ruvuma region […]
For those in the know, Coral Bay is the definition of paradise. For those who don’t, maybe you should read on. About 1,100 km from Perth is a small town hugging one of the country’s most beautiful and diverse stretches of coast. The wonder of the place is in the name; Coral Bay is a […]
The cicadas are popping up in the Miami Valley and some people may be wondering “what is their purpose?” According to Tom Macy of the Forestry Division of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, cicadas have a specific purpose that plays a unique role in ecosystem functioning. >>Cicada Watch 2021: upload your cicada photos “They […]
The Pennsylvania Beaver Valley parcel is now part of the First State National Historic Park. The Beaver Valley is made up of 254 acres of upland forest, open grasslands and wetlands, as well as a wide variety of wildlife, some endangered. The Conservation Fund donates everything to the National Park Service (NPS), officially adding it […]
Mount. The Bachelor Ski Resort is moving forward with plans to build a new 5.5 mile hiking and mountain biking trail that will loop from the base of the mountain to the top. The ski resort’s proposal also includes plans to create better access for a snowcat to groom more ski trails and the addition […]
Summer vacation is almost here, which means camping trips, hikes, and visits to the many state parks in Texas. For those of us who view our dog as a member of the family (sometimes our favorite family member), including them in the fun is a must for the holidays. If you’re planning a trip to […]
Mona L. (Baumgardner) Headings, 89, of Reedsville, returned home to be with the Lord on May 22, 2021 at 1:02 p.m., surrounded by her family. Mona was born on July 23, 1931 in Naginey to the late Bonilee Margaret and John David Baumgardner. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth James Headings, sharing their life […]
Rockfish Gap at Blackrock Hut, 20.7 miles After a good night’s sleep in a comfortable bed, Legs dropped me off at Rockfish Gap at 8:00 am the next morning. I got back into the woods, filled out my hiker license for Shenandoah National Park, and was on my way. 104 miles of AT runs through […]
The Honolulu Fire Department saved three hikers today, including one who had passed out on a trail. HFD received a 911 call around 3:54 PM today after two hikers struggled on the Pali Notches trail. Four HFD units, with 12 personnel, responded and the first unit arrived on the scene at approximately 4:07 p.m. Two […]
When driving in the state of Maine, whether on the freeway or on back roads, you will see many warning signs about potential deer and moose crossing the road. Collisions with deer and moose can be fatal to both the animal and the driver. These signs are there to increase your vigilance and are essential […]
Barely a few months old, a pint-sized raptor was caught by a well-meaning passerby on Friday, the bird – who was later discovered to be “Rachel”, a young peregrine falcon born and raised on the PG&E Building – was finally handed over to the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD). It has been, quite literally, a […]
Courtesy of Grand Teton National Park The following is a press release from Grand Teton National Park. MOOSE, Wyoming – Grand Teton National Park hosted approximately 87,739 recreational visits in April, a 48% increase from April 2019. The park was closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020 Park statistics show that April 2021 […]
Saba, the tiny volcanic island southwest of St. Maarten, which has just reopened its borders, looks set to capture travelers with a focus on safety, outdoor adventures, and a host of new offerings. “With almost the entire population of 1,900 [residents] vaccinated and as we focus on natural beauty, Saba is one of the safest […]
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – May 23, 2021): The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) has released elaborate guidelines for the safe revival of the tourism sector, ensuring public health and reducing risk spread of the disease in tourist destinations. The NCOC guidelines were designed to provide a standard operating procedure for implementing […]
I don’t see a lot of people these days. A big part of that is because, due to the pandemic, I work from home, and this house just happens to be a modern little cabin at the end of a dirt road in the hills of central Vermont. (For perspective, the nearest Starbucks is 27 […]
An ongoing study of trail use in Glacier National Park highlights the use of some of the park’s most popular trails as another busy tourist season approaches. Compared to data collected in 2012, attendance at Avalanche Lake has increased by around 80%, from 864 visitors per day in 2012 to 1,572 in 2019 – the […]
Smoke from campfires has various health implications / Kurt Repanshek file Campfire smoke can exasperate existing health conditions, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, carry carcinogens into your lungs and make your stay at a national park campsite miserable. While many say a night around a campfire is an experience that is integral to […]
New York – It’s warmer and you are ready to safely enjoy the fun you can enjoy with family and friends. Join Eyewitness News meteorologist Amy Freeze for the 30-minute “Summer Destination†special. We will be traveling through the Tristate for some great activities that are definitely worth a visit this summer. First, meet at […]
I recently hiked the section of the Remsen to Lake Placid Railroad Corridor from where it crosses the old military road near the Lake Placid Fire Hall to where the hiking trail of the Scarface mountain crosses the tracks. It is one but over four miles. The rails were removed, and there were little piles […]
‘I’m a little MF’: Los Angeles woman, 23, travels 6,000 miles to Seoul to cut tourist attraction’s ‘love lock’ after leaving partner Kassie Yeung documented her journey on social media, which took the 23-year-old from Los Angeles to Seoul, South Korea. The two cities are 5,953 miles apart Video shows her on a flight to […]
The explosion of interest in nature cameras during the pandemic has provided the world with the opportunity to observe nature in all types of remote settings. Chair naturalists may appreciate hippos in a waterhole in Africa or bears in Alaska. However, there are also many cameras that observe somewhat less exotic animals, several in urban […]
HVNP card insert (BIVN) – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park announced Friday that there were more park roads, parking lots and trails to be temporarily closed as pavement preservation work continues in the coming weeks. From the National Park Service: New temporary closures slated to begin Monday May 24 include the NÄhuku area (Thurston Lava Tube […]
Posted: May 21, 2021 / 10:31 p.m. CDT / Update: May 21, 2021 / 10:36 p.m. CDT ROLAND, Ark. – The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation after hikers noticed nearly 100 trees on a national trail had been illegally cut. “There are dead branches everywhere and these trees – some of them won’t […]
News from Japan-Yomiuri / News from Japan-Yomiuri A boulder named Sudden Rock is seen on the cliffs of Sandanbeki in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. A boulder that suddenly appeared on picturesque cliffs in a seaside area in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, is expected to become a new tourist attraction. At 4.2 meters long, 1 meter wide […]
Photo courtesy of Josh Honn A bird photographed during previous walks. On Saturday morning, masked and socially distant participants will gather on campus to celebrate the spring migration. Members of the Northwestern community will take an organized walk around the campus this Saturday, celebrating the spring migration of birds thanks to indigenous knowledge. In the […]
Broadcast date: Week of May 21, 2021 stream / download this segment as an MP3 file A pair of young male elk locked in battle at Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. (Photo: © Mark Seth Lender) A large bull moose can reach over 5 feet tall at the shoulders. Add another 4 feet for […]
A short hike with little elevation but great views is great for kids, new hikers (Photo courtesy of Anthony L. Solis) | Bright yellow balsamroot blossoms dot the foothills around which the Wild Rose Loop Trail winds in North Salt Lake City on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. | May 21, 2021, 3:00 p.m. | Update: […]
TORONTO – Ontario’s highest court has ruled it will weigh in on the significance of environmental damage after a city was found guilty of damaging piping plover habitat on a popular Lake Huron beach. In its ruling this week, the court agreed to hear an appeal from the town of South Bruce Peninsula, which was […]
Ultra-cyclist Deb Banks never turns down a chance to make this relatively easy ride, especiallyin the evening when the moon is full. The trail begins on the Davis Bike Trail off Lake Boulevard in Davis and continues over Stevenson Bridge on Putah Creek Road to Winters. The route is mostly flat and includes the breathtaking […]
Krka National Park: Croatia’s first protected area to welcome digital nomads Teleworkers will be able to perfectly combine work and pleasure On May 20, Krka National Park in Croatia announced that it had become the country’s first protected area to accommodate digital nomads. The announcement comes after the Krka National Park Public Institute signed a […]
Wieliczka (Poland) (AFP) Whirling enthusiastically to the sounds of “Girls Just Want To Have Fun”, a group of middle-aged Poles are battling lingering symptoms of Covid with gym circuits. But this is no ordinary fitness workout. It takes place 130 meters underground in a cavernous space next to a dark green brine lake in a […]
Tips for hikers with dogs Theresa Sama: “Always, always keep your dog on a leash. I had coyote encounters with my dog ​​where I had to hunt coyotes. They appear out of nowhere and are only two or three feet away from your dog, ready to attack. My dog ​​once saw a hare and left […]
Several agencies are coming together to offer a reward of up to $ 10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person (s) responsible for the man-made fires that have occurred in Everglades National Park. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Everglades National Park and the Florida Department of […]
Posted: May 20, 2021 / 8:58 AM HST / Update: May 20, 2021 / 8:58 a.m. HST HONOLULU (KHON2) – The Honolulu Fire Department conducted mountain rescues Tuesday May 18 and Wednesday May 19 for hikers lost after sunset. HFD officials say the incidents occurred at Crouching Lion Trail and Maunawili Falls Trail. Get the […]
Cleveland Browns fans, can you imagine not having to walk to First Energy Stadium and cross the entrances to the East 3rd or 9th Street bridges? Right now, that’s what many Browns fans are doing, crossing old railroad tracks and a freeway, as they attempt to get to the entrances to First Energy Stadium. Instead, […]
Locked in a small, secluded room in the back of a store at Diamond Wings Upland Game Birds, sleep-deprived Karl Bear watched the story unfold. At 3:30 p.m. on Monday, wild sage-grouse chicks began to emerge from their shells, falling into the controlled environment inside a state-of-the-art industrial hatchery. With perseverance, each worked their wobbly […]
At an altitude of 4,500 m above sea level, Nathu La was on the legendary Silk Road between India and Tibet. On a clear day you can see this road winding through the valley. To your east is Bhutan’s magnificent Chomolhari Peak. You have to climb a long staircase to get to the fenced Indochinese […]
The new national park will be 3.6 million hectares in size, large enough to contain 1.75 million Adelaide Ovals. It is also over a million hectares larger than the next largest national park – Kakadu. It is the largest national park expansion in state history, supported by the largest government investment in parks ever. The […]
A bridge over the Mohawk Trail in Greenfield, Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Yankee Magazine / Ernst Krenger About Connections: Love it or hate it, the story is a map. Those who hate history find it unimportant; many who love history think it’s escape. In truth, history is the clearest road map for how we got […]
Rising gun violence and threats to public safety dominate New York mayor’s first Democratic debateRising gun violence and threat to public safety dominated New York’s first mayoral debate between the top eight Democratic candidates on Thursday; CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has the highlights. 1 hour ago New York Weather: CBS2 5/13 Nightly forecast at […]
LYNCHBURG, Virginia. – The monogram on Liberty Mountain has one of the best views in Lynchburg, and I set out to find it. I parked a lot right past the Snowflex complex and checked the trail map. I decided to do the Mike Donahue trail which was about 1.2 miles. I walked through the parking […]
MARINETTE – The EagleHerald spent the early hours of Wednesday morning with Dale Leitzke amid a sweet cacophony of chirps, hoots, whistles and whales spreading through the trees and across the water. The sounds filled the auditory regions of the brain with a joyful sensation in the middle of the balmy spring morning. To the […]
Posted: May 13, 2021 / 4:50 p.m. HST / Update: May 13, 2021 / 4:53 PM HST Hikers at PuÊ»u HalÄliÊ»i in HaleakalÄ crater in May. (Courtesy of C. Petruccelli) HONOLULU (KHON2) – Planning the visit HaleakalÄ National Park? Park rangers shared some of their insider tips on how to have a safe experience. [Hawaii […]
13 items in this article 4 items on sale! Photo: retailers To be Asian American, for me, is synonymous with setting up your own shop. Whether shoe repair, dry cleaner, nail salon, bodega, restaurant, or car wash, many small businesses like these hold the story of an immigrant family’s American Dream. In the U.S., Asian […]