Old Man Appalachia

Have you ever been fascinated by the long-distance journeys of Monarch butterflies? You'll be ever more fascinated by how scientists are now collecting that data from their flights. All this after a quick call to Mr. Johnson in the hospital.

A lesson from long ago about habituation and "loving animals to death" that still applies today.

An unexpected bear encounter can lead you to react in very different ways, some good, some not-so-good. If the end result is you walking away unharmed, great! But what can you learn from your experiences.

Comforting words from a father to his son as he grows into an ethical young hunter and an even finer young man.

The Appalachian mountains can tell stories of untold adventures and times. If only we'd slow down, stop, and listen to what he has to say.

Fear is a powerful thing. The ability to overcome fear is a valuable life lesson that can only be taught through experience. In my case it was a catfish and a tiny devilish woman who was trying to kill me.

Communication is key, especially when you're upside down in a bear den... WITH a bear!

Great Papa was a man of action, especially when it came to deer hunting. With one excited smile, his 11-year old grand daughter reminded him just how influential he really was.

Why are cougar sightings so rampant in the eastern states? Who and what it to blame for these "feline fires"?

Faced with a difficult decision, my two boys discovered that life is precious... and sometimes quite tasty!