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Debating the cause of global warming can generate passionate disagreements. No matter your stance on the issue, there are some accepted scientific theories that explain global warming and climate...
Snowboarding might be the perfect sport is except for one tiny problem: it sometimes stops snowing. If you're a diehard snowboard enthusiast who just can't get enough of the sport, you need to...
In the northern hemisphere, only the Big Dipper is easier to spot than Orion the Hunter. Because it lies along the celestial equator, Orion can be seen throughout the world. Even if you haven't...
Setting the polar home position of your telescope will help you accurately view celestial objects. By following these steps, you will be able to set the polar home position without too much trouble.
Whether you're lost in the woods or wondering which direction the windows face in a house you are thinking of buying, you may need to find north without a compass. An ordinary wristwatch can...
Intuition is a clear, shining, direct knowing. This sense is independent of mental awareness of the knowledge source. You may abruptly feel the urge to undertake or postpone a trip, without a...
The first day of summer takes place on or around June 21. The specific dates vary by year, depending upon the astronomical particulars. A number of minor holidays and events observe the occasion...
Nature is full of natural wonders. Taking a nature hike can be an enjoyable and memorable experience. Nature can also be elusive and lure you away from your beaten path, and getting lost in the...
The Red Phalarope is a member of the Sandpiper family who lives primarily at sea or in the coastal tundra of the extreme north in the western hemisphere. You can identify a Red Phalarope by noting...
Are you lost? Have you ever been lost? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may want to read this article because you will learn a quick and easy way to use an analog wrist watch...
It's possible to take a surfing road trip the east coast of Australia for cheap. Learn where to go, what to do and how to do it for surfers on a budget.
If you are one of those people who can't get enough of winter sports, you will be pleased to know that you can ski in the summer. There are a number of interesting options for summer skiing.
The effects of a stroke depend mainly on the location in the brain where the stroke occurred and the extent of the stroke damage. If damage from a right-hemisphere stroke is severe, there may be...
A stroke is a dangerous brain injury that can compromise various functions, depending on the area of the brain affected. Stroke survivors face many challenges, but help is available along the road...
Getting lost is common when camping and hiking, but not everyone remembers to carry a compass along when they go. Before you go out on your next camping trip, take the time to learn this little...
When hiking, it’s always a good idea to carry a compass. But if you’re caught without one, you can still get your bearings in the wilderness by focusing on your environment and...
Making a paper globe can be a fun and educational craft for kids and teens. You can download and print a free paper globe pattern from the Creative Park site listed in the Resource section below....
Star and constellation gazing is a hobby that doesn't cost much in money or time. If you ever go star-gazing in the southern hemisphere, look for Circinus, or the Drafting Compass, a collection of...
Owning ferrets is illegal in many American states and Canadian provinces. Other places will allow you to own a pet ferret, but only if your pet has been spayed or neutered. It is legal to own or...
A stroke, one of the leading causes of death in the United States, occurs when a blood clot or burst blood vessel creates a disruption in blood flow in the brain. This type of disruption can occur...
In these days of global positioning systems and cell phones, most people don't see a need to carry a compass when hiking, camping or exploring. However, when there's no cell signal available, the...
Would you like to predict the weather yourself without having to rely on television or the internet for the weather forcast? Here are some simple tips on how to observe various signs in nature...
It is common knowledge that there are four seasons on Earth. Winter, spring, summer and fall pass each year. But what causes the four seasons?
The juniper, or juniperus, is a beautiful tree that is found throughout the northern hemisphere. Grow junipers by keeping them out of really hot climates with instructions from a sustainable...
Meadow rue, or thalictrum, is a beautiful plant that is found throughout the northern hemisphere. Grow meadow rue in rich, well-drained and composted soil with instructions from a sustainable...
Bogs are a type of wetland and have a number of different characteristics. Most commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere, bogs have highly acidic water and a mat of decomposing plant material...
The Monroe Doctrine was a statement of foreign policy issued by President James Monroe in 1823, saying that the United States would not tolerate any new European colonies in the Western...
The equinox occurs twice a year when the sun is directly above the equator. At this point the hours of darkness and hours of daylight are equal in length giving rise to the name "equinox" from the...
Pinewood comes from evergreen trees called pines. These trees have a wide range of commercial uses and are common throughout the world.
For the average person, the movements of the ocean may seem vary mysterious. The tide comes in and out according to the pull of gravity and the moon's position. Further out, though, the ocean...
The importance of air currents is difficult to over-state, as they are a primary driving force of weather and climate. Global air patterns are relatively consistent and changes in these patterns...
Finding the North Star is not only an important introduction to astronomy but it may also help you find your way home :-). Please excuse my illustrations but hopefully they help you to locate the...
The Greeks believed that the seasons were caused by the goddess Demeter, queen of the natural world, who pined every winter for her missing daughter. These days, we have a few more facts to go on...
Split-brain research in the mid-20th century opened up a whole new science. Scientists started mapping the brain once they saw how epileptics--who had undergone surgery to split the halves of...
Passive Solar Design refers to building practices which maximize natural heating and cooling effects due to the interaction of the diurnal cycle with a particular building. Passive Solar Design...
With more than 50 different species, the rhododendron genus is one of the larger ones in the plant kingdom. Most of these plants have some kind of big, colorful flower, which makes them...
The thalamus is a major relay center in the brain, and is responsible for regulating sleeping and waking states. Located between the cerebral cortex and midbrain, it relays motor signals to the...
Making travel plains to New Zealand can be tricky given its place in the Southern Hemisphere. Its seasons are literally flipped as its winter is the same time as summer in the Northern Hemisphere...
While the laws for citizens of Canada and Mexico are different, both have strict regulations when driving through or entering the United States. It is essential for both to remember to keep all...
Your brain is divided into two sections: the left hemisphere, which handles such things as logic and speech, and the right hemisphere, which by contrast is visual and creative. Right brain...
The human brain produces our thoughts, actions and emotions and stores our memories and experiences. The right hemisphere is thought to control emotions such as humor and empathy, as well as the...
The Pohutukawa is a favorite evergreen tree in its native home of New Zealand. The red-plumed flowers appear in December (summer in the Southern Hemisphere), inspiring the name "New Zealand...
The brain is divided into two sides, known as hemispheres. The two sides are the left hemisphere and the right hemisphere. The left side is imperative for analytical skills, while the right is...
Aruba, which is located in the Caribbean Sea as part of the West Indies, is part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) so many of its rules for passports in vacation travel come under...
In most instances, travel outside the United States requires a passport.
The Vernal Equinox is one of two annual Equinoxes that we experience, the other being the Autumnal Equinox. "Vernal" comes from the Latin Vernus, or Ver, meaning of, relating to, or occurring in...
Right hemisphere brain exercises stimulate the part of the brain that is responsible for holistic thinking. Rather than linear exercises, such as reading a book, right-brain exercises may involve...
With all of the talk about greenhouse gases, global warming and other ecological dangers, climate has become the topic of a great deal of debate and concern. More factors affect the climate than...
A stroke syndrome is a set of symptoms that helps to identify which part of the brain has been injured. When a stroke occurs because of ischemia (inadequate oxygen supply) from blockage in an...
The brain is separated into two hemispheres--left and right. Each hemisphere of the brain is responsible for specific brain functions, both physically and in information processing.
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