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Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Birding By Bike? How To Collect Your Next Lifer with Ride-Friendly Optics

Birding by bike adds a fun, accessible dimension to cycling, requiring only observation and optional apps or optics to enhance the experience.
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

Free Events at Brooklyn's Parks

Parks around the borough are offering lots of activities this month, including celebrating the winter solstice, birding, and hiking with horses. Brooklyn parks don't go quiet during the winter season, and for those looking to head outside as the year winds to a close there are lots of activities to enjoy. We've rounded up a selection of free events that offer a chance to explore the borough's flora and fauna.
New York City
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I've Lived in Texas for 34 Years-and This Remote Beach Town Might Be the Most Peaceful Place in the State

About two hours southwest of Houston lies Matagorda, a small beach town for travelers seeking solitude and a break from everyday life. Unlike other beach towns in Texas, Matagorda is sleepy. You won't find crowds, buzzing bars, and traffic here; instead, you'll encounter wide-open stretches of sand, tiny mom-and-pop eateries, and not a whole lot going on except fishing, shelling, birding, kayaking, and a few other outdoor pursuits.
Environment
Arts
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Around Berkeley: Rethinking Thanksgiving, nature journaling, Dungeons & Dragons play

Bay Area venues host diverse cultural events Nov. 20–23 including a bird-book talk, live music, theater production, art exhibitions, samba performance, and community gatherings.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

Why Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Cape May on the Jersey Shore

Enjoy peaceful, lively autumn in Cape May with Victorian architecture, birding migrations, ghost tours, lighthouse views, wineries, and special fall events.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Concerts on the Corner opens season with Mariachi Tapatio

Concerts on the Corner kicks off its 2025-26 season with mariachi music on Sept. 14 at First Congregational Church of San Jose. Mariachi Tapatio will play regional Mexican music rooted in the traditions of mariachi music in Jalisco. The performance is set for 3 p.m. at the church, located at 1980 Hamilton Ave. in San Jose. Admission is free.
San Francisco
Pets
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago

The Best Binoculars for Birders, With Picks for Every Trip and Budget

Birding is a rewarding hobby that requires minimal investment and provides endless enjoyment with just a good pair of binoculars.
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Books
fromThe New Yorker
7 months ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

A 1967 hoax report shaped public beliefs, fueling conspiracy theories despite being debunked, demonstrating society's susceptibility to misinformation.
Lili Taylor’s journey into birding highlights the profound connections with nature for solace and personal introspection.
fromGothamist
8 months ago

Astoria the turkey is on the move in NYC - and she might be looking for love

"That was a huge event. That's the first time Astoria left Roosevelt Island that we know of in almost a year." - David Barrett, Manhattan Bird Alert.
New York City
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