“1.21 Gigawatts!”: The Real Facts About Lightning
On July 19, 2003, Rick and Lisa Goff were enjoying an idyllic afternoon of fishing with their three children. They...
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On July 19, 2003, Rick and Lisa Goff were enjoying an idyllic afternoon of fishing with their three children. They...
Genetically speaking, mountain lions have more in common with housecats than they do with the proud lions of the Serengeti....
As soon as the ambient temperature rises above that of your body, it can no longer lose heat through radiation....
Exposure to cold temperatures causes blood vessels near the surface of the body to constrict, reducing blood flow and loss...
Introduction Every chemical reaction has an optimal temperature range. Stray outside that given range and undesirable things happen; that’s why...
Snakes are exceptionally fascinating, although I don’t find them fascinating enough to own one. If you ever happen to be...
Learn how to find the right gear for your wilderness and outdoor adventures.
Few things can make or break an outdoor adventure like boots can. When it comes to choosing the right pair of boots for traipsing across the backcountry, follow these tips to ensure an ideal fit.
If you spend more than a couple of nights a year outside, your tent is probably one of the most important pieces of gear you own. Use this information to choose one that suits your needs: whether it's staying warm on cold nights or keeping dry during vicious storms.
Pick up new skills and knowledge to get the most out of your wilderness adventures.
Spotting wildlife can profoundly impact an outdoor experience. Unfortunately wild animals are usually in the business of avoiding humans. Still, there are a few things you can do to increase your likelihood...
The American wilderness has served as the setting for a rich and dramatic history. Learn more about it here.
The deserts of the American Southwest abound with ancient literature. Carvings litter the desert like windblown newspaper clippings. Countless people...
Element number 79 on the Periodic Table, also known as Au, has driven humans to strange extremes over the years....
In 1847, Mormon pioneers first entered Utah Territory and settled in the Salt Lake Valley. Their arrival heralded a new...
by Harold Kirkemo, USGS Anyone who pans for gold hopes to be rewarded by a colorful glitter in the fine...
Utah has not always been home to humankind. Before Utah was a state, before Europeans claimed the New World as...
Dinosaurs lived only during the Mesozoic Era, which is often called the “Age of Dinosaurs”. Utah has perhaps the best...
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