Snake Bite First Aid
There are many different types of snakes in North America. Most are harmless but the snakes that are not can really pack a punch, so before travelling in areas where […]
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Venomous Snakes of North America
Snakes can be found in every part of the world. The majority of snakes are harmless and beneficial creatures that eat insects and mice. Then there are the others-the venomous […]
Treating Sunburn
Sunburn happens when unprotected skin is exposed to sunlight for too long. It can happen to anyone at any time of the year and can be a painful souvenir of […]
Staying Cool on Hot Days
The summer months in North America bring some of the nicest conditions you can find anywhere. Long sunny days, pleasantly cool nights, all make for a great day in the […]
How to Stay Safe in a Thunderstorm
Summer in North America is storm season. Thunderstorms bring lightning, strong winds, heavy rain and of course thunder. Memories of summer storms range from watching the lightning flash across the […]
Avoiding Cougar Attacks
One of North America’s most elusive yet deadly predators is the Cougar. Also know as the Mountain Lion, an encounter on the trail or backyard with one of these animals […]
Avoiding Bear Attacks
There are many dangerous creatures lurking in the woods, some of these creatures are big and others so small they can hardly be seen. So, what do you do should […]
Poison Ivy
Walking along a trail or through the woods is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon. There are so many different things to see-a nice blue sky overhead, birds […]