Most people who spend time in the woods in Alabama are sure to experience a whole host of biting bugs. Whether it be mosquitoes, flies, chig...
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Some non-native plants introduced into our landscapes as ornamentals have escaped to become invasive weeds with negative impacts to our nati...
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Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is a slow-growing woodland plant that is native to Alabama. Roots of wild ginseng have been dug for centuries ...
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After experiencing Alabama’s drought conditions at the end of 2023, which led to a statewide burn ban, many are gearing up or are back to ...
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You may be one handshake away from quality habitat and hunting. Learn the value of a hunting cooperative and ways to form and maintain a suc...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Deer hunters across the United States are eagerly awaiting the leaves to change, temperatures to cool and the th...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Wild pigs are arguably one of the most detrimental wildlife species. These animals have the potential to decimat...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The existence of Bigfoot is wildly debated across the country. However, in Alabama, another creature’s existen...
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Pawpaw is an intriguing native fruit in the custard apple family. Most members of the family are tropical, but there are a handful of native...
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Maypop (Passiflora incarnata)–also known as the purple passion flower–is a widespread native vine in the passion fl...
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Did you know that Alabama has over 668,000 acres of national forests that are part of the United States Department of Agriculture Forest S...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Food plots need good soil and even better nutrients. These are necessities for growth. Crafting the perfect plot...
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