winter

Keeping winter blues away with 4-H outdoor adventures

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Physical activity, especially outside, is a key factor in youth health and wellbeing. Minnesota 4-H offers youth of all ages a variety of opportunities to explore and develop healthy living practices outdoors. Last year, 4,900 youth...

12 weeks of winter: Feed your feathery friends

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Birding is a great way to pass the long cold winters in Minnesota and can provide you with hours of entertainment. By providing a variety of food types you will increase the number of species that will frequent your feeders. Get your bird...

12 weeks of winter: Wildlife tracking

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Once the ground is covered by snow it's a great time to brush up on your tracking skills. Dress warmly, bring your binoculars and head out to find some animals! The best time to watch for wildlife is at dawn and dusk, but a patient tracker...

12 weeks of winter: Spend time stargazing

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Cold, clear, winter nights are a great time to look up at the stars and learn some constellations! Current star maps are available on the Bell Museum’s web site and can be downloaded for free. There is also a free app for smartphones...

12 weeks of winter: Go owling

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu Ready to beat the winter doldrums? We've got a fantastic list of fun activities to keep you busy for the rest of Minnesota's longest season! Once a week for the next 12 weeks we will share a new nature activity for you to try, and we're...

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Wintertime can be 'snow' much fun to discover

Winter storms are on the way. While many people are anxious to see landscapes covered in white, others already are counting down the days to spring blooms. Weather can be awe-inspiring and interesting, and learning the secrets about snow is no exception. Snow forms when water vapor in the...

Grow plants indoors all year long with hydroponics

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION - www.extension.umn.edu A simple DIY hydroponics system for growing lettuce and other greens Are you looking for: A new winter hobby? Access to fresh greens or herbs throughout the winter? A fun project for kids? A unique holiday gift idea? Hydroponic...

Cold-weather workout tips

Workouts are a part of many people's daily routines. Some look forward to their exercise sessions, while others only commit after finding ways to make them as enjoyable as possible. For people who don't enjoy working out indoors, finding ways to exercise in the great outdoors can provide the...

“Winter Storm Prep”

Weather can be unpredictable and change course in the blink of an eye. It is important to be prepared for when cold temperatures hit and cause icy roads, power failures, and potential loss of communication. Stay safe by listening to weather reports during winter storms and planning ahead. ...