Vast swaths of the ponderosa pine forests that blanket Colorado's Front Range mountains could turn rust-colored and die over ...

When I revisited the lake in the summer of 2025, everything had changed. Thanks to social media and GPS hiking apps, the lake ...

Whether you have a natural spruce, pine or fir, or it's just time to toss out that old artificial tree, here's what you need to know about Christmas tree disposal.

Skip the alley and give your tree a second life—Chicago’s recycling program offers 27 convenient drop-off sites and free mulch for residents.

The Harrington family once worked and played in the forested land in West Greenwich. Now it's a haven for wildlife and hikers ...

Last week, my New Year’s Day hike almost didn’t happen. The forecast called for rain, and for most of the day, I stayed ...

With the holiday season ending, the DNR wants folks to know that throwing away Christmas trees improperly can spread harmful ...

Volunteers in Minnesota are collecting pine needles to help researchers determine how PFAS -- the substances commonly called forever chemicals -- find their way into water, soil and air.

There's increasing concern about PFAS, the substances commonly called forever chemicals found throughout the environment. Now volunteers in Minnesota are collecting pine needles throughout the state ...

While Government has declared success in mapping wells located on roads and other areas accessible to state agencies, ...

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