If you live in Northern Virginia, I am sure that you may have a stink bug or two at your house. Stink bugs are an invasive species from Asia. They accidentally came to the United States in the 1990s. There are numerous invasive plants in the area. I should not be surprised that there are […] The post Stink Bug Info appeared first on ..read more

River Birch are one of those trees that are probably recommended by landscape architects quite frequently. They possess some unique characteristics, and they are aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Read on to find out the pros and cons of choosing to plant River Birch trees. General Characteristics of River Birch Trees According to the USDA […] The post River Birch -Betula nigra L. appeared first on ..read more

I am very happy that I have finally found my favorite sun protection gear. I have very sensitive skin on my face, so keeping it out of the sun is a must.  The products listed below have revolutionized my ability to comfortably be outside in the sun. Read on to find out what has worked […] The post Favorite Sun Protection Gear appeared first on ..read more

I’m going to share my favorite day hiking gear. Everyone has favorites. Usually, I find new favorites from reading about other peoples’ favorites. Read on to find out what my favorites are. Check out the links. Maybe you will find something new that you grow to love. These have a variety of price points. Just […] The post Favorite Day Hiking Gear appeared first on ..read more

Galls on trees are relatively common. They actually occur on all sorts of plants; however, I’m going to focus on trees. Of course, there is some crossover between plant and tree galls. Read more to find out some general information about galls. What do galls look like? Galls are abnormal growths that occur on limbs, […] The post Galls on Trees appeared first on ..read more

It is not a mystery how tree wound healing occurs. Trees have an innate ability for self-preservation. As a result, efficient and effect wound healing is part of that process. Read on to find out how trees heal wounds. The Biology: How Tree Wound Healing Works Tree wound healing happens when trees are injured. The […] The post Tree Wound Healing appeared first on ..read more

Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is home to the famous Flaming Gorge. This area is brimming with tons of activities for almost everyone. From hiking to fishing and more, the area is well worth visiting. Read on to find out more. The post Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area appeared first on ..read more

Snowshoeing in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a really fun experience. It is something that almost anyone can do. Read on to learn more about this fun and relatively inexpensive activity. The photo above was taken at Hahn's Peak Lake.   Snowshoeing Equipment The good thing about snowshoeing in Steamboat Springs, CO or anywhere is that […] The post Snowshoeing in Steamboat Springs, CO appeared first on ..read more

I find water reflection photos some of the most fun photos to take. This post will explain several simple ways to get actual water reflection photos. Read on to find out more.     Real Water Reflection Photos vs Photo Shop All of the photos in this post are real. I took them with my […] The post Water Reflection Photos appeared first on ..read more

The Strawberry Hot Springs Trail is a nice trail for hiking or biking. It is a great trail for a quick escape or to access the other side of town. Read on to find out why this trail is worth taking the time and effort to hike or bike. Finding the Strawberry Hot Springs Trail […] The post Strawberry Hot Springs Trail – Steamboat Springs, CO appeared first on ..read more