Observing and identifying trees is a type of play that benefits kids in multiple ways. For starters, research has found that simply being around trees improves cognitive development and lowers the ...

Winter is a great time to notice more about the tree in your yard, on your street or road, especially by taking a walk or hike at a local park. The fresh air will do you some good on a sunny day.

Hickory trees are one of the most important hardwood trees in North America. Hickory isn't one single type of tree; it's a variety of species within the Carya genus. There are about 12 species that ...

I've been learning to identify trees for a few years now. I've relied on the "NYC Trees" book, which is excellent. It, however, does not provide good info for identifying trees in winter - info about ...

CORNISH FLAT, N.H. I love trees, and want to know the name -- both English and Latin -- of each one that lives in our woods. And although you could name your favorite tree Bob or Shirley, it makes ...

The photo is of a sycamore tree at Red-tail’s McVey Memorial Forest. A walk in the woods this time of year is different. It’s quiet and monochromatic. Other than the crunch of your shoes on frozen ...

Strong winds and heavy rain created chaos in many wooded areas. The sheer force of recent storms ripped dead and live trees alike, right out of the ground. Crews spent the last few days at a site in ...

A few years ago, I made a promise to myself that I would spend more time outside admiring this "nature" that everyone raves about. Quickly, I found out that there was way more to the outdoors than I ...

With the start of the 2024 Hurricane Season which is forecast to be active homeowners should be proactive about preparations. The recent tornadoes and other storms in recent years have wreaked havoc ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X PINE GROVE – Despite the vast collection of trees represented at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park, ...