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Try some of these fun, nature-based activities. You'll find gardens to visit, things to do outdoors, interesting facts about fungi and other unique things found in nature.

How to Tell a Butterfly from a Moth

Backyard Wildlife, Fun Nature Stuff, Insects

Butterflies and moths belong to the same scientific order Lepidoptera, which means "scale-winged" in Greek. Their wings are covered in thousands of tiny scales that overlap, creating colors and patterns. While they share some similarities, such as their winged appearance and life cycle, they also have many differences. Here's a breakdown of their …

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How Do Frogs Survive in Winter? By Freezing!

Fun Nature Stuff, Reptiles & Amphibians

Have you ever wondered what happens to the frogs in your backyard in winter? From 64 degrees during the day to 20 degrees at night, the following day is a dramatic change. Frogs are cold-blooded animals and derive their body temperature from the air surrounding them. So, at 20 degrees, will they freeze and die? Don’t worry – frogs have a way …

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5 Family Friendly Outdoor Activities

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Getting outdoors to enjoy some fresh air, to get a little exercise, and to find something beautiful in nature that makes us smile can be so important. So gather up your family and get outdoors! Try one of these five outdoor activities to explore your backyard, your neighborhood, or just about anywhere! 1. Become a citizen scientist and explore …

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Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden — The Best Christmas Lights Display In Atlanta

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Driving through different neighborhoods to see their Christmas lights is one of my favorite things to do during the Christmas. It’s a family tradition – my parents took us kids and now we take our kids. The colorful light displays give me the warm fuzzies. When I saw the promo for Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, I …

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Group of stinkhorn mushrooms growing from wood chips

What is that Smell? Stinkhorn Mushrooms in the Garden

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If you step outside one day to find a powerful stink in your freshly-laid mulch or new plants and you don't have a dog, a stinkhorn mushroom might be to blame. This unobtrusive fungi can pop up in wood chips, grass, or soil and they produce a very strong odor. Just like their name implies, stinkhorns produce a stink not unlike fresh …

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Aerobin 400 Composter

Aerobin Composter Review: Compost Kitchen Scraps and Yard Waste in Your Backyard

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If you're looking for a large, sturdy, insulated composter, the Aerobin400 Composter fits the bill. It is 47 inches tall by 29 inches wide and can hold up to 113 gallons of compost! And since it is aerated, you don't have to turn the compost. Why Compost Yard Waste & Kitchen Scraps? Composting kitchen scraps with leaves and other yard …

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