The AdventureKEEN Blog
Escape to Nature This Year for Your Health
Spending time outdoors is vital for a healthy lifestyle. Nature offers many benefits that contribute to our well-being, from physical health improvements to mental clarity and emotional balance. These outdoor experiences can enrich our lives in many ways, and it is essential to prioritize getting outside in the new year. Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health Benefits Spending time in nature has been linked to numerous physical health benefits. Studies have shown that spending time outdoors […]
The Biden Administration just announced their decision to designate Chuckwalla and Sàttìtla Highlands as National Monuments! What a great way to kick off 2025! These two designations will protect more than 800,000 acres of public lands in northern and southern California. AdventureKEEN is a proud partner of The Conservation Alliance, which has been working hard to bring together government officials, media, grassroots supporters, and businesses like AdventureKEEN to make days like today a reality. You can see more about the […]
Exciting News: Two New Books Join the Nature Study Guides Finder Series
The Nature Study Guides Finder series is a timeless favorite in the outdoors world. These guides have been loved by nature fans for ages, offering valuable insights and tips for identifying various plants and animals. With a recent update to the look, the series now carries a fresh, modern design and introduces two new titles—Mushroom Finder and Bird Nest Finder. There are also five titles in the series that have recently received updates with new editions. New […]
The Finders Series Best Features and Secrets of Success
The Nature Study Guides Finders series has helped nature enthusiasts identify plants, trees, birds, mammals, and other organisms for more than five decades. These gems are getting some upgrades this October, including updates to range maps, scientific names and families, icons, and design. To learn more, read the previous blog Timeless Treasures: The Everlasting Appeal of Nature Study Guides Finders Books. The Finders are known for three distinct features: size, dichotomous keys, and longevity—partially due to […]
A Creative Custom #vanlife Lifestyle
It makes sense that folks who kit out their vans are usually creative and adventurous types. They are all about exploring the world and making the most of the journey. This is why we wanted to quickly highlight the fine folks at Shelter Publications who are currently featuring Kirk Williams (and his customized van – Spock) on their site. The story is as beautiful and inspirational as the above photo shows. Here’s an excerpt: “Kirk’s concern after he […]
Timeless Treasures: The Everlasting Appeal of Nature Study Guides Finders Books
Discover why these guidebooks have become staples that continue to thrive in their popularity with nature lovers. Environmental Education: The History of Nature Study Guides May Theilgaard Watts, the daughter of a landscape gardener, attended the University of Chicago for botany and ecology (graduating in 1918) and later attended the Art Institute of Chicago. May became involved with a group that worked on preserving the natural landscape in the Midwest. In the 1940s, she became […]
Antiquities Act Anniversary – June 8, 2024
The Antiquities Act was signed into law on June 8, 1906 and authorized all future presidents to protect historic landmarks or objects of “scientific interest” on public lands as national monuments. Since the Antiquities Act was passed, nine republican and nine democratic presidents have used the tool to protect nearly 160 important historical, archeological, or public lands across the nation. Many iconic landscapes were first protected under the Antiquities Act, such as Grand Canyon National […]
Happy Pub Day “Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies for the Rocky Mountains”
One of the smartest ways we can ensure we are moving towards a healthier Earth is to help create spaces for birds, bees, and butterflies. These species are a key part of nature, and Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees, and Butterflies for the Rocky Mountains helps you turn your yard into an oasis for all of our pollinating friends. Available starting today in bookstores everywhere, this informative planning guide to Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees, and […]
Celebrate National Trails Day today!
Today is the 32nd annual National Trails Day when people all across the country unite to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day®. It’s the perfect opportunity to set off on a local trail with others in your community. Find a local event and take the National Trails Day® pledge to leave the trails and the outdoor community better than you found them. There’s something magical about being outdoors. Fresh air, birds singing, moving along a trail, or even just […]
Today is Earth Day 2024!
Americans celebrated Earth Day for the first time in 1970. It has since grown from that single bipartisan US government proclamation into a global day of recognition. It is a day to highlight the joys of the outdoors while staying focused on the need to protect and restore the planet. Deforestation, nature loss, toxic chemicals, and plastic pollution are real threats to our health and nature. Here are a few ways to celebrate and participate today: Get outside Today is […]
