The next time that you need a break, try stepping outside instead of making another coffee run. Fresh air does more than you might think. Whether it is a short walk or a long hike, enjoying the outdoors can reset your mood, lower stress, and clear your head.
Want to level up your outdoor knowledge? Alabama Extension has your back. With quick, easy-to-follow guides, you can identify common trees and plants, recognize and help remove invasive species, and avoid hazards like poison ivy or dangerous wildlife.
Need motivation to log off and step outside? Spending Time in Nature breaks down the benefits of getting outdoors, from improved mental health to reduced stress.
Want to impress friends on your next hike? A Key to Common Native Trees of Alabama will have you confidently saying, “That’s an oak, not a maple.”
Snake on the trail? Don’t panic. Identification and Control of Snakes in Alabama helps you tell the difference between harmless and venomous species. No guesses necessary.
Some lessons aren’t worth learning the hard way. Touch-Me-Nots: Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac shows you how to identify and avoid plants that could ruin a perfectly good hike.
Invasive plants can damage local ecosystems. Want to be part of the solution? Invasive Plants: Exotic Beauties Can Have Devastating Results explains how to spot invasive plants and prevent them from spreading.
Find even more resources for outdoor enjoyment and upcoming events at aces.edu.
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