• The Niagara River: An Important Area for Migrating Gulls

    The Niagara River: An Important Area for Migrating Gulls

    The Niagara River is one of the most famous and most important landmarks in all of Western New York. People come from all over the world to visit Niagara Falls, but as tourist season ends and the parks along the Niagara River grow quiet, another group of travelers land for a visit: gulls. Known as…

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  • Gratitude Beyond Thanksgiving: Finding Thanks in the Rhythm of Nature

    Gratitude Beyond Thanksgiving: Finding Thanks in the Rhythm of Nature

    It’s that time of year again. The season of gathering, feasting, and reflecting on what we’re thankful for. We go around the table, sharing our gratitude for family, health, and a warm meal. It’s a beautiful tradition. But what happens on November 28th? Does our sense of deep, soulful gratitude get packed away with the…

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  • Wild Turkey 101: 12 Turkey Fun Facts to Know

    Wild Turkey 101: 12 Turkey Fun Facts to Know

    From color-changing wattles and courtship struts to near-extinction comebacks and spiral poo, there’s much to appreciate about the magnificent Wild Turkey. Here are a few of our favorite turkey fun facts to gobble up this Thanksgiving. 1. Turkeys Don’t Just Gobble. They Cluck, Purr, Cackle & Yelp. Only male Wild Turkeys, or toms, gobble. Also…

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