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Outdoors

Fall bird migration is now at its peak in PA

For a little adventure tonight, consider walking outside, greeting the recent full moon (howl for a bit?), and then looking up to wonder what birds might be flying overhead as fall migration — and monarch butterfly migration also — continues in earnest. Bird migration is yet another ...

Outdoors community calendar for week of Sept. 30

AUTUMN LEAVES WHERE: Little Pine State Park WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 4 at 11 a.m. NOTES: Come to Little Pine State Park and enjoy looking at some of the different trees and autumn leaves, and learn what magic goes on for the leaves to change color. This program is geared towards families ...

Reflections in Nature: So what’s the difference between algae and scum?

Have you noticed the many ponds and backwater areas that are covered with green scum? The fishermen are upset because this scum fouls up their fishing lines and boat motors. Those who have fish tanks, in their homes or offices, also dislike the scum because it collects on the sides of their ...

GETTING HOOKED: Hawk watching can be an addictive, yet fun, hobby for birders

Watch your step but don’t forget to look up. I frequently point out, to both patrons and employees, the chimney swifts who chitter and circle overhead all summer long, not to mention frequent bald eagles, turkey vultures and even now and then an osprey. They’re all visible through the ...