Your Guide to Gardening with Native Plants | Brother Nature
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Study finds half of tested Michigan beaches had unsafe contamination levels
An organization is warning Michigan swimmers about water quality concerns on beaches across the state.
An organization is warning Michigan swimmers about water quality concerns on beaches across the state.
Whale at center of rescue effort controversy found dead off Denmark coast
The humpback whale that rescuers tried to save two weeks ago after it became stranded in the Baltic Sea was found dead off a Danish island, authorities confirmed over the weekend.
The humpback whale that rescuers tried to save two weeks ago after it became stranded in the Baltic Sea was found dead off a Danish island, authorities confirmed over the weekend.
Pheasants in Detroit and Muskies in Lake Macatawa | Brother Nature
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Michigan Orchard Frost Control, Cycling, and Bird Migration | Brother Nature
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Michigan United Conservation Clubs shutting down after nearly 90 years of work
The MUCC board voted to dissolve, shuttering the organization that's been in operation since 1937.
The MUCC board voted to dissolve, shuttering the organization that's been in operation since 1937.
Hummingbirds and Baby Season at Wolcott Mills Metropark | Brother Nature
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Minnesota cougar population reproduction evidence caught on camera
For the first time in over a century, researchers have documented evidence of cougars reproducing in Minnesota.
For the first time in over a century, researchers have documented evidence of cougars reproducing in Minnesota.
Offspring of Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos' slated to die may get second chance in India
The Colombian government previously approved a plan that would allow the culling of approximately half of the estimated 170 hippopotami roaming freely through the South American nation.
The Colombian government previously approved a plan that would allow the culling of approximately half of the estimated 170 hippopotami roaming freely through the South American nation.
Hunting rodents with Ferndale's rat patrol
Have a problem with rodents of unusual size? You're not alone. And in Ferndale, a humane solution has evolved to deal with the city's rat problem.
Have a problem with rodents of unusual size? You're not alone. And in Ferndale, a humane solution has evolved to deal with the city's rat problem.
Dead Eagles: Michigan DNR investigating after possible poaching kills five birds
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Michigan Fishing, Arbor Day, and Boots Around the World | Brother Nature
Why is world-class fishing in Michigan? How do you jig? And what does burbot taste like? The Great Lakes offer up the very best angling for walleye, smallmouth bass, and perch. Also on Brother Nature, celebrating Arbor Day, raccoon baby season, and another segment of Boots! Not Shoes.
Why is world-class fishing in Michigan? How do you jig? And what does burbot taste like? The Great Lakes offer up the very best angling for walleye, smallmouth bass, and perch. Also on Brother Nature, celebrating Arbor Day, raccoon baby season, and another segment of Boots! Not Shoes.
Up North in Oakwoods, Sod Science, and Composting | Brother Nature
Ever wanted to do the Woodcock Walk? Or kayak down one of Michigan's biggest rivers? Wildlife and recreation is abundant at Oakwoods Metropark. Also this week, the science of sod and a pilot compost program launches in Southfield.
Ever wanted to do the Woodcock Walk? Or kayak down one of Michigan's biggest rivers? Wildlife and recreation is abundant at Oakwoods Metropark. Also this week, the science of sod and a pilot compost program launches in Southfield.
Boundary Waters mining bill approved by Senate after Sen. Smith protest
After Senator Tina Smith staged a protest Wednesday night to block a vote on a bill that would allow mining in the Boundary Waters, the U.S. Senate is now scheduled to vote on that bill Thursday morning.
After Senator Tina Smith staged a protest Wednesday night to block a vote on a bill that would allow mining in the Boundary Waters, the U.S. Senate is now scheduled to vote on that bill Thursday morning.
IUCN Red List: Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals added to endangered list
One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.
One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.
Bees, Rain Gardens, and Rouge River paddling | Brother Nature
From bee festivals to Oakland County's rain gardens, and the Friends of the Rouge, there's plenty to look forward to this summer as the temperatures get warmer and the rains arrive.
From bee festivals to Oakland County's rain gardens, and the Friends of the Rouge, there's plenty to look forward to this summer as the temperatures get warmer and the rains arrive.
EPA chief tells climate skeptics to celebrate rule repeal as March heat breaks records
The Environmental Protection Agency’s top official told a crowd of climate science skeptics that they should celebrate the repeal of the 2009 finding that underpinned the agency’s attempts to combat climate change ever since. His comments came the same day a separate federal agency reported record-shattering warmth and precipitation numbers.
The Environmental Protection Agency’s top official told a crowd of climate science skeptics that they should celebrate the repeal of the 2009 finding that underpinned the agency’s attempts to combat climate change ever since. His comments came the same day a separate federal agency reported record-shattering warmth and precipitation numbers.
Snowy owl, hammerhead sharks among 40 species gaining CMS protections
Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections.
Cheetahs, snowy owls and hammerhead sharks are among the dozens of animal species on the cusp of extinction that will receive greater conservation protections.
Grand Rapids is getting its rapids back after batch of federal funding gets approved
After more than a hundred years, rapids are slated to return to the Grand River where it enters the city of Grand Rapids.
After more than a hundred years, rapids are slated to return to the Grand River where it enters the city of Grand Rapids.
Inside Detroit's Old-Growth Forest | Brother Nature
Less than 1% of the original old growth forests in the eastern U.S. are still standing following centuries of development across the country. But there are some that remain, if you know where to look. One spot where they're located is right in Detroit at Palmer Park. Also on Brother Nature this week, how to age a tree.
Less than 1% of the original old growth forests in the eastern U.S. are still standing following centuries of development across the country. But there are some that remain, if you know where to look. One spot where they're located is right in Detroit at Palmer Park. Also on Brother Nature this week, how to age a tree.