Another group of young Iowa trumpeter swans will move into a new winter home Wednesday, Feb. 10. It’s the third year of a scheduled three-year project to relocate swans in an attempt to encourage their migration.
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Nature and Wildlife
Another group of young Iowa trumpeter swans will move into a new winter home Wednesday, Feb. 10. It’s the third year of a scheduled three-year project to relocate swans in an attempt to encourage their migration.
Somewhere around…[read further]
People
Cpl. Jay Hagans with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will be honored by the National Wild Turkey Federation for his efforts in conserving America’s wildlife.
Hagans, of Scotland in Van Buren County, will be recognized as the…[read further]
Backyard
Gardeners can use ashes from fireplaces or wood stoves to enrich their soils, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulturist.
“Understanding the effect of ashes on the soil is helpful in deciding how much can be added,” said…[read further]
Nature and Wildlife
Wood ducks are among the most colorful Arkansas wildlife. They nest naturally in hollow trees, but boxes built by man are readily accepted by the birds.
Learn how to build your own wood duck box and how to…[read further]
Destinations
Eureka Springs celebrates Fat Tuesday with the Eureka Gras Mardi Gras Extravaganza. The carnival is comprised of masquerade balls, costume contests, parades, pub krawls, and music. Many downtown venues will participate with special events on Feb. 4-7 and on Feb.…[read further]
Nature and Wildlife
Missouri forests grew three times faster than the rate of harvest over the past 30 years. However, that great news disguises a less encouraging fact. Much of the Show-Me State’s forest is in the same condition a garden would be…[read further]
A golden damsel reef fish only grows to about five inches in length, but is so territorial that it will defend against all trespassers no matter what their size.