Nature & Outdoors

For more than 25 years, Kevin Boucher has been an integral part of WSIU

On this edition of InFocus, we hear from nature and forestry experts on a push to have Congress designate three areas in the Shawnee National Forest as "Wilderness Areas".

Catalyst Race Series

Mike Baltz explores some of the reasons to be optimistic about the future fight against climate change.

The Carbondale Splash Park is trying to make it easier for people to find out about weather closures this summer.

IDNR continues to encourage regular cleaning of bird feeders and bird baths.

The Saluki Triathlon is coming to SIUC on June 18, and all are welcome to participate. This year’s triathlon has expanded to welcome anyone age 12 or older.

Camp Little Giant at Touch of Nature is taking a year off to reevaluate every aspect of the camp. The camp specializes in providing outdoor recreation for people of all abilities since 1952.

On this edition, Mike talks about the responsibility being shouldered by the younger generation.

Touch of Nature Sound artists.