Don’t Get Ticked Off by Ticks

Tick safety 101. When it comes to tick safety, prevention is the best method. When spending time outdoors, always practice the following: Wear light colored clothing Wear long pants, long sleeves & closed shoes Consider insect repellent Stay on trails Do a...

Spring & Summer Trail Etiquette

1. carry in, carry out This might seem like a ‘no-brainer,’ but sadly parking areas, trails, beaches, parks and just about anywhere else that people visit are commonly left in less than ideal conditions at the end of the season. It’s important to come prepared when...

Herons and Ospreys and Owls, oh my!

Tis the season for the return of the ‘big birds.’ Right now the rookery at the Ballston Creek Preserve has Heron, Osprey, and Great Horned Owls nesting! To see this amazing gathering of birds, simply make your way to the preserve (directions can be found...

spring into letterboxing

With each letterbox recently hidden in a new location, just waiting to be discovered, you’re sure to have fun exploring nature (and creating great memories while doing so). Available from Easter to Thanksgiving, follow the clues (found here) to find the hidden...