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Volunteers Plant Trees Along Occoquan Reservoir

The newly-planted trees on county-owned land near the bridge crossing the Occoquan Reservoir are just saplings, but in time, they will grow and create a little ecosystem.  

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10 can’t-miss holiday gift ideas for those who love fishing

(BPT) - Are you searching for holiday gift ideas for a friend, co-worker or loved one who loves fishing and being in the outdoors? If so, here are 10 incredible gift ideas and stocking stuffers that …

Most popular camping gear categories

Curated looked at data from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association and highlighted the five most popular camping gear categories in 2021.   
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 25 endangered animals that only live in America
Stacker compiled a list of 25 endangered animals that are only found in the United States using the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Endangered Species list.   
More than just fresh air, time spent outdoors has the power to boost physical and emotional strength
(BPT) - Whether you're taking a stroll in a local park or ambitiously hiking a new trail, being outdoors helps you feel more grounded and connected to nature. But you may not realize the numerous …
Looking for a hidden gem for your next winter getaway? Meet Rapid City, South Dakota
(BPT) - If you love winter, there's a vacation destination you'd find amazing that you may have overlooked: Rapid City. You may think of South Dakota as the perfect summer locale, with its famed …
These animal climate heroes restore habitats and revive ecosystems
Stacker compiled a list of 10 animals from diverse environments, outlining how each helps sustain its ecosystem.
Why are some people mosquito magnets and others unbothered? A medical entomologist points to metabolism, body odor and mindset
It’s rare to attend an outdoor party in warm weather without hearing people complain about mosquitoes. They swat away, sit in campfire smoke, cover up with blankets and eventually just give up and go indoors. On the other end of the spectrum, there are plenty of people who don’t seem bothered by mosquitoes in the slightest.
Sleeping fish? From sharks to salmon, guppies to groupers, here’s how they grab a snooze
A large group of yellowfin tuna swimming off the coast of Italy. Like all fish, they sleep, but it’s not like human sleep. Giordano Cipriani/The Image Bank via Getty Images Michael …
Must-do activities at every national park
Stacker lists the must-do activities at every national park ranked by the annual number of visitors. 
Oldest national parks in America
Using a variety of historical sources such as the National Park Service, Stacker compiled a list of the 25 oldest established national parks in America.
Vintage photos that show the beauty of America's national parks
Stacker compiled a list of vintage photographs showing the history of America's National Parks, utilizing information and photographs gathered from government websites, private collections, and organizations engaged in the preservation of information regarding protected lands in the United States.
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