outdoors

Over half of the state's reptiles are endangered, threatened, or of special concern, but the public can help save them.

Illness in a human was confirmed, and mosquitoes collected from other counties tested positive for the virus.

Even clear lakes can contain this dangerous bacteria and children and pets are among the most at risk. Here's what to look for.

It's on a massive lake, but it's among the best in the country for many reasons, including the abundant limestone rocks covering the beach.

What looks like an innocent bloom could be a real troublemaker. Find out why this yellow flower demands respect in your yard.

From rock climbing to skydiving, this state is turning up the heat on summer fun.

Imagine stumbling upon a bear while hiking—what do you do next? The right reaction could mean the difference between a wild tale and a disaster.

You might not even notice it, but there is an entire color-coded system marking trees along the trails you hike in the woods.

Seeing red painted on a tree while hiking in the woods should lead to immediate concerns about your chosen route.

Here are the reported details of the frightening encounter with the 8-foot creature, which occurred on Monday, May 26.