Daybreak - 2 The Outdoors

Chimney Bluffs: Sculpted By Nature's Hand

Chimney Bluffs State Park is one of New York's most unique landscapes, and it's very nature keeps it in a state of constant change.

Farewell To A Dear Friend

Joel Thomas' official title at the Erie County SPCA was 'Wildlife Administrator and Veterinary Technician', a long title to be sure. But as titles so often do, it fails to even come close to describing Joel as a person.

I Love My Parks Day; A Chance To Give Back

You can say a lot about New York State, but one thing you can't say is that it is short on parks.

Trees: The Givers Of Life

We live with trees, are surrounded by them, yet just how often do we stop to consider just how important they are to all life on earth?

Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary

You never know what you'll find at Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary in Delevan, NY, but you will definitely find birds, and lots of them!

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge: Beauty In Abundance

It's almost hidden, located midway between Buffalo and Rochester, and chances are you may have driven right by it without realizing what you've missed.

Stocking Fish: Lending Mother Nature A Helping Hand

For Western New York anglers, one of the surest signs of spring is the stocking of fish in local streams and lakes.

Eternal Flame Falls: Nature Burning Brightly

In a region with more than its share of natural beauty...from the incredible power of Niagara Falls...to the great splendor of Letchworth Gorge, perhaps the most fascinating is one that is not so immense.

Spring is here, and so is the annual Outdoor Show

For many Western New Yorkers, the annual Sport and Travel Expo is a harbinger of Spring, like the arrival of the first Robin or the call of a Spring Peeper. It's a tradition that has been going strong for over 20 years.

The State Of Our Lakes: Neglect Them At Our Peril

Western New York is gifted to never have to worry about a shortage of water. But it is also our responsibility to make sure we take care of our waterways for a better future.

The Perfect Cure For Cabin Fever...Winter Camping!

If camping in summer presents a swarm of challenges, camping in winter brings with it a blizzard of new obstacles.

The Future Of Zoos: An Important Symposium Convenes In WNY

Zoos have been part of the fabric of human society for centuries. From early menageries to modern day facilities, the chance to see an exotic animal has been a captivating and enriching experience. But that experience has not always been the same for the animals themselves.

A Tropical Paradise Just North Of The Border

Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is well known for its unusual attractions. But among them all, Bird Kingdom stands out as perhaps the most interesting and educational.

Tragedy At The Falls: The Ice Bridge Disaster Of 1912

The beautiful natural phenomena that is the Niagara Falls ice bridge wasn't always off limits. However a terrible tragedy 100 years ago changed that.

Take Wing To The Butterfly Conservatory

The air is warm and humid, lush green tropical plants abound. A waterfall roars somewhere in the distance, and most of all you're surrounded by swirling, beautiful butterflies, butterflies, everywhere!

Forest Lawn Cemetery: Nature Is Where You Find It

Since its inception in 1849, Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo has been much more than just a cemetery. This verdant burial ground is also equal part park, arboretum, and wildlife preserve.

Western New York: Perfect Spot For Wintering Birds!

Winter in Western New York can be difficult, but the frigid months are especially tough on wildlife. Animals not migrating or hibernating have to find other ways to survive until Spring.

The Whitetail Deer: Population On The Rise

Christmas Bird Count Delivers Gifts To The Environment

A Hunter's Best Friend....

Wilderness First Aid...Not for the Faint of Heart!

If someone you knew sustained an injury while hiking through the woods, would you know what to do?

A Little Knowledge Can Save Lives!

Migrating Salmon Provide A Fall Bounty!

The arrival of fall signals one of the most fascinating of natural phenomena, that of migration.

The Cold Weather Brings Beautiful Changes

The change of seasons in the northern climates is a time of contrasts. But for some species, the end of warm weather begins the genesis of a new life-cycle.

The Beauty And Danger Of Zoar Valley

Zoar Valley in the Southern Tier is a study in contrasts. Like a pendulum swinging wildly between breathtaking beauty and life threatening danger.

The Beauty Of Allegany State Park

At 66 thousand acres, Allegany State Park is the largest New York park outside of the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains. It is also one of the largest in the Northeast.

The Niagara Gorge: History, Legend, and Natural Beauty

For all its beauty and diversity, the Niagara Gorge remains a little known destination that usually takes a back seat to the better known falls.

Murphy Orchards: Cultivating Much More Than Apples!

If you're like most people, you probably go to the supermarket, pick up some fresh fruit and vegetables, and don't really give a second thought to where they came from.

The Emerald Ash Borer: Small, but Deadly

The emerald ash borer under any other circumstances would be considered beautiful. But to the almost 900 million ash trees across New York state, this tiny non-native insect represents a devastating threat on a monumental level.

Gooseneck Hill: One Of WNY's Unique Jewels!

The Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Sanctuary is home to over 500 birds representing 50 species.