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Doctors told a dad his daughter would never walk on her own. He built a way to get her on the trails.

The Salt Lake Tribune shares a story about a cart, built by a Utah father whose daughter could no longer walk, that is redefining outdoor accessibility for families around the world.
Clarissa Casper for The Salt Lake Tribune
Monday, May 12

Make the most of summer: 5 tips for boating confidently and safely

(BPT) - Looking for ways to make the most of your time outdoors this summer? Grab your crew and go boating! Being on the water is one of the best ways to disconnect from distractions on land, …
Monday, May 12

Budget cuts impact national parks: What visitors need to know

Outwander reports that 1,000 probationary employees recently were laid off by the National Park Service and there were an additional 700 resignations as part of federal workforce reductions under the Trump administration, creating operational challenges just before the busy season.
Jenna Wayne
Thursday, March 13

Was it a stone tool or just a rock? An archaeologist explains how scientists can tell the difference

Stone tools are deliberately made by the hands of hominins, like these worked on by the author. John K. Murray

With a little guidance and a lot of practice, even you can make stone tools the way our oldest ancestors did – and learn to recognize the signs of a deliberately made tool.

John K. Murray, Arizona State University, The Conversation
Wednesday, May 7

Young bats learn to be discriminating when listening for their next meal

A frog-eating bat approaches a túngara frog, one of its preferred foods. Grant Maslowski

By listening to a frog call, adult bats can tell which prey are palatable and which are poisonous. Young bats must acquire this ability over time.

Logan S. James, The University of Texas at Austin; Rachel Page, Smithsonian Institution, and Ximena Bernal, Purdue University, The Conversation
Thursday, May 1
A downburst blasts Bangkok, Thailand, in 2017.

Engineers use giant fans in the Wall of Wind test facility to study the destructive ways these powerful winds can interact with tall buildings.
Amal Elawady, Florida International University; Fahim Ahmed, Florida International University; Mohamed Eissa, Florida International University, and Omar Metwally, Florida International University, The Conversation
Thursday, May 1
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(BPT) - Hear the lively sounds of splashing water and good times? Summer is right around the corner, making it time to dive into prepping your pool — and keeping it fresh and swim-worthy, all …
Wednesday, April 30
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(BPT) - As rising temperatures and humidity signal the start of tick season, many Americans remain unprepared for the risks ahead. A recent survey commissioned on behalf of OFF!® brand insect …
Tuesday, April 29
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(BPT) - A deck is more than just an addition to your home — it's a relaxing retreat, a gathering space for friends and family, and an investment in your property's value. But without proper …
Tuesday, April 29
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