Moving into autumn means it’s mushroom time! Here, Stan Tekiela shares with us the amazing story of the Fly Agaric. The cooler temperatures and increased precipitation cause mushrooms to pop! But before I go on any further about mushrooms, I need to share some basic...
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In Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Southwest, the author shares his insights and remarkable photos that will help you become a skilled birder in Arizona, southern Nevada, New Mexico, west Oklahoma, west Texas, and Utah. Birding is among the most popular outdoor activities―especially in the Southwest,...
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Whether you’re using a portion of the season’s harvest of tomatoes in a pressure canning recipe for marinara sauce or whipping up a quick batch of raspberry jam, canning and preserving are wonderful ways to save money, stay healthy, and prevent food waste. Michele Harmeling,...
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In Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Northeast, the author shares his insights and remarkable photos that will help you become a skilled birder in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The first section of the book presents...
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When you think of the amazing animals in this world, you may picture large, furry critters such as bears or moose. Yes, there are many crazy cool critters. In fact, there are about 5,000 mammals in the world. But at this time of year, when I...
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Birding is among the most popular outdoor activities―especially in the South, where hundreds of different bird species can be seen and observed. Now is the perfect time to join the fun and let our feathered friends astonish and inspire you with Stan Tekiela’s Birding for...
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Sandra Mardenfeld, author of New York Day Trips by Theme, shares with us three amazing destinations that are ideal for for families who want take a day trip and forge memories that last. Learning and discovering can be fun, so hop into the car and...
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In Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: California, the author shares his insights and remarkable photos that will help you become a skilled birder in the Golden State. The first section of the book presents “how-to” information. Learn the basics of bird feeders. Get to know your birdseed....
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Birding is America’s most popular outdoor activity. And for the millions of Americans suddenly working or sheltered at home, learning the names, colors, and characteristics of nature’s feathered favorites is a brand-new passion. Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners is the only series for new birders that provides expert...
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Julia Rutland, author of our Apples: 50 Tried and True Recipes cookbook, shares with us this elegant recipe for Apple Puff Roses. The apple is America’s favorite fruit, and Julia’s Apple Puff Roses are sure to impress your guests. INGREDIENTS 1 cup water1 teaspoon lemon juice2 large...
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