Monarch butterflies at Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois More: We spotted these monarch butterflies at Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois enjoying Bidens cernua which is commonly referred to as nodding beggarticks or nodding bur-marigold. Photo by Mike Budd/USFWS. Original public domain image from Flickr

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Top 6 Native Mojave Plants to Make Your Home Bird-and Pollinator-friendly

Want to add color and life to your garden while making it even more rooted in the landscape we live in? Check out the top 6 native Mojave plants to make your home bird and pollinator friendly!

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March 11, 2023

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Check Out a State Park Pass From the Library

Choose your own adventure and visit one of Nevada’s 27 State Parks with the Clark County Library District’s State Park Pass!

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February 23, 2023

Mourning Dove

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10 Common Urban Birds in the Las Vegas Valley

Have you met your feathered neighbors? Birds are one of the most accessible ways to learn about nature in the Las Vegas Valley.

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February 21, 2023

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Let’s Go Birding!

A fast-growing hobby amongst younger generations, birding is the perfect way to spend more time in nature and make new friends.

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January 8, 2023

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Las Vegas Mother Encourages Hiking and Nature Activities for Family’s Well-Being

An interest in nature compelled Las Vegas resident Samira Tamules to value hiking and camping with her children as a time to bond.

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December 15, 2022

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COVID-19’s Impact on Nevada’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

Outdoor recreation accounts for one of the country’s largest economic sectors. In Nevada, it's one of the fastest-growing economic sectors, touching every part of the state.

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October 15, 2021

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SB 52 – Protecting Our Dwindling Dark Skies

Thanks to light pollution, most people lack access to the visible night sky. That's why SB 52 works to protect dark skies here in Nevada.

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April 25, 2021

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The Wetlands Park: A World of Wonder

Today is World Wetlands Day - a day where we celebrate all of the amazing things wetlands provide! Read more to learn about our own Wetlands Park.

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February 2, 2021

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Trashy Trail Runners Keeps on the Path of Protecting Public Lands

While the pandemic forced many to stay home, one local trail clean-up group, Trashy Trail Runners took the opportunity to get people out on the trail & encourage keeping our public lands & community beautiful. Read more to learn how they accomplish this!

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December 15, 2020

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Wild and Free: The Doodling Nomad Draws Her Own Path Through the Pandemic

Continuing to create while taking care of mental health has been a struggle for many this year. That’s why local “sticker lady” Lauren Lomrpey, The Doodling Nomad, took a break over the summer to do some much-needed self-care. Read more to learn how she’s utilized that rest to come back strong & move forward!

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October 26, 2020