Jenni Gaines
After working as a park naturalist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Jenni Gaines is now exploring her love of science and nature through podcasting the series Succinct Science, found here, and writing for Associated Content on topics of environment, science, and outdoors recreation. She enjoys observing nature and sharing it with others, and likes to go birdwatching, hiking, and camping.
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Love Fall Foliage? Thank PhotoperiodismWhat inner workings of a leaf make it show beautiful, vibrant colors in the fall? Why does this take place like clockwork every year? -
Simple Trail Cooking - Instant Mashed PotatoesTry out instant mashed potatoes on your next backpacking or camping trip - they're inexpensive, light, and filling.
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Color Variation in Coral Snakes - when the Rhyme is WrongThe coral snake is red, black, and yellow - right? As I found out during one encounter, this is not always the case. -
Volcanic Winter and the Dire Effect on Global Food SuppliesThe global consequences of a massive volcanic eruption are explored in light of recent seismic activity on the slopes of Mount Tambora, the world's deadliest volcano. -
Cowboy Camping: Sleep Under the StarsCowboy camping is an interesting nature experience that has its advantages and disadvantages. -
Top 6 Most Popular Farmer's Market CraftsFarmer's markets are great places to vend your homemade crafts. A few are top sellers and are always popular at markets. Read on to learn more about these crafts.
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Stock Guac? Why You May Pay More for Avocados in the FutureThe avocado is a commercially important plant, but it could be affected by a fatal disease targeting members of the laurel family. If it gets into avocado groves, you could be paying more.
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Study Shows Forest Fire More Frequent During Time of the Mississippian CultureDuke University researchers date soil charcoal back to 4,000 years; show that fires were more frequent during presence of Native Americans.
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Pregnant Whales Lure Great White Sharks to Southern CoastsGreat white sharks have been spotted off the coast of Georgia this year, following calving whales south to warmer waters. -
Sugarcane Ethanol Production in BrazilBrazil is the world's leader for sugarcane ethanol production. However, some environmental concerns are found with the production of this crop in Latin American countries.
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Birds Whispering Sweet Nothings More Likely to Be Targets of AggressionThe results of a new study by Indiana University and Stetson University researchers shows that male dark-eyed juncos are not happy about whispered songs in their territories.
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The Wildlife Society Releases Their Final Position on Feral EquinesFeral horses and burros, exotic invasive species, degrade the environment and cost U.S. taxpayers millions of dollars each year in management. Read on to learn more. -
Are Insects Warm or Cold Blooded?In this article, I explore the answer behind the question. -
Underwater Carnivorous Plant Uses Suction to Ensnare Its PreyThere is a flesh-eating plant lurking in a pond near you... but fortunately, you only need to worry if you're the size of a pinhead.
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Why Do Some Animals Have Horizontal Pupils?Cow, horses, goats, and other hoofed mammals have horizontally long pupils, unlike the round ones of humans. Discover the interesting reason behind this evolutionary adaptation.
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Feral Cats: Trap and Release is Not Environmentally ViableTrapping and releasing feral cats is a method that does help reduce the breeding population, but allows many cats to go free when shelter placement or euthanization is a better choice. -
4 Tips for Avoiding Vehicle-Deer CollisionsDeer can be highly unpredictable, and in the case of vehicle collisions, highly damaging. Deer cause thousands of driving accidents each year. Learn how to best protect yourself if you encounter deer while driving. -
Camping or Stealing? Opinions on Stealth Camping in the United StatesStealth camping - camping in a prohibited location - is illegal in the US, but is viewed differently in other countries. A survey reveals the numbers behind this activity, and a Georgia State park ranger gives us his take. -
5 Tips for a Great CampfireJust a few simple tips will make sure that your campfire is enjoyable to be a part of, for both you and your guests! -
Citizen Scientist: 3 Projects for You and Your FamilyObserving animals and plants can not only be a hobby, but also a chance to help scientists and researchers gather information. Fun, free, and easy national projects are available online. Here are three user-friendly projects to try yourself.
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Leprosy, Armadillos, and YouLeprosy, an ancient infectious disease, still lurks in many parts of the world, including the United States. Armadillos can carry the bacteria that causes this disease, but you may not have to worry.
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If You're Lost - Get Found!People, no matter what age, can easily become disoriented and end up lost when on a trip in the outdoors. There are a few important things to remember that you can easily do to help rescuers find you quicker. -
Wildfire in Waresboro, Georgia, June 2011In June 2011, while the much larger Honey Prairie Complex Fire raged over much of the enormous Okefenokee Swamp, another wildfire started and burned right on the edge of Waresboro, Georgia, my hometown.