One of the most recognizable sounds in the winter woods is that of the Pileated Woodpecker. Its large bill makes a distinctive thud on trees when excavating holes or searching for food and its loud … more

You know biking and backpacking, but have you ever heard of bikepacking? Or better yet, winter bikepacking? Bikepacking combines all-terrain bicycling with backpacking, where a bike is used to … more

If you have a real Christmas tree, choose from options that keep your tree out of the landfill and benefit wildlife and the planet: • Your municipality may offer a free tree collection program … more

The holidays bring us together to enjoy food with one another and tend to leave us with lots of leftovers. Let’s try to reduce the amount of food that gets thrown away during the holidays. • … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds ice anglers to put safety first when venturing out this season. Outdoor enthusiasts considering ice fishing should always be … more

While white fluffy snow may be the wish of many come late December, having a “green holiday” is important too. That is taking actions and making choices with the environment in mind. You may even … more

Catskill Mountain Club is preparing to lead its hikers outdoors. The Catskill Mountain Club, a grassroots nonprofit founded more than two decades ago, offers free, member-led hikes, paddling … more

The annual Christmas Bird Count, begun in 1900, is the oldest and one of the largest citizen science projects in the Western Hemisphere. The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society chapter will be … more

This holiday season, think about your unwanted batteries. Every battery deserves a home, but they don’t belong in your garbage or recycling bin. Bring rechargeables back to their first home, the … more

Did you know that around 4.6 million pounds of wrapping paper is produced in the U.S. each year, and half of it ends up in landfills? That is the weight of the Statue of Liberty, ten times over. … more

On Dec. 21, with windchill temperatures hovering around zero, a winter hike in the Catskills took a dangerous turn. At 5:50 p.m., Ulster County 911 contacted Ray Brook dispatch seeking forest … more

Bright, beautiful, and beneficial to native insect and wildlife, the fruits of winterberry (Ilex verticillate) are an early harbinger of winter. A member of the holly family, winterberry drops its … more