Affordability and Race Play a Major Role in Whether People Live in Nature-Deprived Areas A new report notes that access to nature is critical to human health and well-being By Dana Drugmand April 3, 2026 In this story: equity, inspiring connections outdoors, nature, earth day, community
When It Comes to Greening the Desert, Rattlesnakes May Be Prolific Gardeners New research shows that seeds excreted by the venomous reptiles germinate at a higher rate By Joe Spring February 8, 2026 In this story: science, Gee Whiz, animals, gardening, nature
How to Watch Dolphins Without Leaving the Shore A rare feeding habit brings dolphins closer than ever and helps them live year-round in South Carolina By Jill K. Robinson October 7, 2025 In this story: marine ecosystems, animals, wildlife, wetlands, nature
How Recognizing Nature as an Artist Is Helping Protect It Musicians are utilizing natural soundscapes to advocate for the conservation of fragile ecosystems By Chloe Berge May 5, 2025 In this story: nature, wildlife, art, music, Wonder
The Joys of the Path Most Traveled One writer rediscovers awe thanks to an old forest friend By Cara Benson May 1, 2025 In this story: nature, Awe, Wonder, Joy
Neurodivergent People Find Solace in Wild Places And the planet benefits from it By Chloe Martinez April 6, 2025 In this story: hiking, inspiring connections outdoors, nature, accessibility, Wonder
When Rocks Speak, What Do They Tell Us? Marcia Bjornerud's "Turning to Stone" takes us across deep time By Sara Hashemi January 27, 2025 In this story: books, nature
Could a Little Bit of Mussel Fix Our Polluted Streams? Researchers enlist native species to help restore degraded streambeds in Northern Virginia By Sofia Quaglia October 2, 2024 In this story: marine ecosystems, saving wild places, nature, animals, endangered species
Talking to Plants Changed My Life I also thought it sounded weird—until I learned to let go and give it a try By Lucy Sherriff January 9, 2024 In this story: inspiring connections outdoors, nature, health