Summer heat may be cranking up, but there is a year-round winter-weathered destination not too far to travel to for those of us in the Mid-Atlantic region. It’s both literally and figuratively one of the coolest destinations to venture to—a naturally occurring “ice box” set in Hampshire County, West Virginia. I’m referring to Ice Mountain … Continue reading Ice Mountain Preserve—One of the Coolest Natural Wonders
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These Are a Few of My Favorite Zoos!
April 8 is National Zoo Lovers Day. It is a day celebrating the significance of zoos and their key, crucial roles in the conservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of diverse animal species worldwide. Despite the sometimes unattuned or misinformed claims by well-meaning naysayers, the impact of zoos across the United States, in particular, has proven to … Continue reading These Are a Few of My Favorite Zoos!
The Now-Extinct Animals That Once Roamed Our Mid-Atlantic Region
Tomorrow, November 30, has been designated Remembrance Day for Lost Species. Celebrated annually, this date serves as a commemoration and reflection on extinct and endangered species, cultures, and ecological communities. From the creatures who roam our planet no more to plants and other life forms that are long gone, Remembrance Day for Lost Species is … Continue reading The Now-Extinct Animals That Once Roamed Our Mid-Atlantic Region
Safaris You Can Go on in the Mid-Atlantic
Did you know that November 25 is World Safari Day? Designed as an annual celebration of Africa’s wildlife and tourism industry, it may seem like a bit of a stretch to think that those of us in the Mid-Atlantic would be able to celebrate such an occasion on the home front. But believe it or … Continue reading Safaris You Can Go on in the Mid-Atlantic