Exploring the Ozarks Outdoors: freshare.net

STILLWATER, Okla. – It has been 24 years since President Ronald Reagan designated July as national Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. This year National Ice Cream Day will be celebrated…[more]

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Blueberries, grapes and other pigment-rich fruits contain high levels of antioxidant compounds that offer significant defenses against cancer, heart disease and other ailments. But antioxidant levels decline when the foods are processed for juices and other products,…[more]

BENTONVILLE, Ark. - “Hey county agent!” Uncle Ray’s voice boomed over the phone. “You’ll be real proud to know what I did.” That was the bait and I bit, “I’m always proud of you, but what did you mess up…[more]

SEARCY, Ark. - July is the ideal time to enjoy the garden with minimal hassle, says Sherri Sanders, White County extension agent with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture.

“July is a time when you can sit…[more]

Hunters have until Aug. 15 to apply for deer hunts at state parks, national wildlife refuges, military reservations and nature preserves. Those who applied for a hunt last year and were not drawn will receive preference when they apply this…[more]

It’s time we started showing some respect and gratitude for the underappreciated earthworm and his boy back-up band, fungi & bacteria. They are the true humble heroes and workhorses who do the necessary dirty work to keep your soil full…[more]

When it comes to feeding family, I generally keep things mild. Children can be harmed by feeding them foods that they are not accustomed to. When it comes to exploring opportunities for a total burn out of your taste sensations,…[more]

Rainwater creates gardeners

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - Arkansans who lack the green thumb to successfully cultivate a more traditional garden may find solace and success in a rain garden, says Katie Teague, Washington County agriculture extension agent for the…[more]

In response to a petition from Sierra Club, 24 other organizations and more than 5,000 individuals representing every state in the country, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) agreed to conduct a four-part investigation of formaldehyde in our homes, schools and…[more]

Don’t scrap your vacation plans because of high gas prices; fuel up on fun close to home in Missouri state parks.  Adventures in a variety of formats will please everyone in the family without breaking the budget. Missouri’s 84 state…[more]