Almost all of North America (except for western Alaska) will experience a strange and dramatic sky event on Saturday, October 14, as a partial solar eclipse will take place. Depending on where you are located (and if your sky is reasonably clear) the Sun will appear to be dented, crescent shaped, or even ring-shaped—as pictured

As we dance into the first few weeks of summer, the heat will be rising! July is always a festive month to celebrate Independence Day, have cookouts, and attend summer festivals. It’s also a great time to take stock of how far you’ve come. This year’s Buck Moon (July 2023) falls nearly in the middle of the

There are many benefits to night fishing for bass, especially during the summer months. Warm waters in evening hours make fish sluggish, so they are less skittish and more inclined to take your bait! Another great advantage to fishing at night is you usually have the water all to yourself—and after dark in high-summer is

Hotter and drier weather conditions in recent years have heightened wildfire activity across the globe, resulting in twice as many forests being burnt than 20 years ago. Besides forest damage and property loss, hazardous air quality can cause serious harm—especially to those with preexisting health challenges. Ahead, learn what you can do to protect yourself

Buckle up, stargazers and astrology lovers! A major planetary alignment event will take place on Monday, June 19, 2023. This grand alignment will take place between two mighty planets, Jupiter and Saturn. Astrologically speaking, this is a very rare and auspicious time. (A similar alignment will not take place for another 14 years!) Learn what

Hey FA Readers! Many of you who follow our monthly Night Sky Guides asked about the discovery of a new supernova, so we consulted expert astronomer Dean Regas to answer some of your frequently asked questions. Learn about supernovae, particularly the recent discovery (named SN 2023ixf) and how you can see it! Dean also clarifies

Honey bees need help. They are one of nature’s busiest … well, bees. It’s said that a single honeybee visits up to 100 flowers during a single foraging trip. But if you’ve noticed fewer of these fuzzy, buzzy creatures zooming around, it’s because they’re taking more sick days than ever before. Scientists have diagnosed their

There are over 1,000 species of fish in North America’s fresh water alone. Large and small mouth bass, trout, catfish, and salmon get a lot of attention, but there are numerous other popular, weird fish to “school” yourself on. Whether you’re a veteran angler or heading out for your first cast, these tips may inspire you

Sleeping in a tent with the Milky Way stretched across the night sky is a magical camping experience, yet it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find areas with dark enough skies to see the stars—especially near cities! The good news is there are a surprising number of parks and public lands close to forests and coastlines that

“What’s your zodiac sign?” You’ve probably been asked this question more times than you can count. Whether it’s when meeting an acquaintance, going on a first date, or even chatting with coworkers, the interest in astrology and zodiac sign compatibility is more popular than ever and on the top of many people’s minds. Even if you