EAST TENNESSEE – Tennessee remains one of the South’s top destinations for waterfront getaways, home to hundreds of lakes set against tree-topped ridges and rolling hills. Among them, Melton Hill Lake stands out as a scenic escape just outside Knoxville, with a winding reservoir stretching nearly 60 miles and lined with peaceful coves, rocky cliffs,…
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – Nebraska’s Birding Bowl participants spent May supporting wildlife conservation by competing to spot as many bird species as possible, and one winner took it a step further. David Cunningham, who won the Competitive Birder 150 Species level, donated his full $1,000 prize to the Nebraska Wildlife Conservation Fund, which will support nongame…
GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO – As summer approaches and more people spend time outdoors across Colorado, wildlife officials are reminding residents and visitors alike about bear safety, urging them to take precautions before heading into the state’s campgrounds and backcountry. Rachael Gonzales, public information officer for Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Northwest Region, said the state’s natural…