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Caterpillars begin to grab attention

Often, the way observation works is that you start to notice more of something once you are aware of it. Perhaps someone points out an interesting bird, or maybe you find an unusual plant. Once it piques your interest, then you are more likely to set out with the intention to find more. This ...

Something’s brewing in muggy conditions

Humidity tells us two things: One, you will be sticky. Two, there is water in the air, which signals rain. We all have a sigh of relief when humidity dissipates, a cool breeze comes in, and much-needed rain comes our way. Some of us hold our breath when we realize the rain we wished for ...

Discovering a herd of tree cattle

We are in the midst of summer camp season here at Audubon, and with camp comes a plethora of discoveries. While campers are exploring the woods, ponds, and fields, they often find strange and wonderful things—things that even our seasoned staff may never have encountered, and that’s just ...

Snails are slow, but small wonders

Here at Audubon, we recently wrapped up our Discovery Walk season, when elementary school students visit us for guided walks along our trails. During these walks, we let the students decide what they will learn about based on their discoveries and curiosities. We respond to what they notice ...

Watch, listen and appreciate the outdoors

The benefits of spending time in nature for our physical and mental health are well documented and well known. Spending time outside can reduce stress and anxiety. It can boost our mood and our immune system. And it can be a place to move to improve our heart and muscle ...

Knox & Kane Rail Trail completed from Forest County line to Kinzua Bridge

KANE — A long-envisioned goal for trail advocates in the Pennsylvania Wilds has become reality with the completion of the final section of the Knox & Kane Rail Trail corridor from the Forest County line to the Kinzua Bridge State Park, creating a continuous trail connection across 31 miles ...