A dropped snack bag doesn't sound like an ecological emergency. But in the damp, sealed-off world of Carlsbad Caverns, it was enough to spark a mold outbreak and a temporary food web. Found During an End-of-Day Sweep A ranger spotted the bright orange bag off the trail during one of the regular end-of-day checks of the Big Room, the largest single cave chamber by volume … [Read more...] about One Bag of Cheetos, One Cave, 20 Minutes With a Toothbrush — How a Snack Disrupted Carlsbad Caverns
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Why You Shouldn’t Stack Rocks On Hikes And What To Do If You See Them
When you’re out on a scenic hike, the world around you is filled with awe-inspiring landscapes, fresh air, and a sense of serenity. However, one growing trend in the outdoors—stacking rocks or building cairns—can harm the environment in ways that you might not realize. In this article, we'll explore why stacking rocks on hikes is not as harmless as it seems, what cairns … [Read more...] about Why You Shouldn’t Stack Rocks On Hikes And What To Do If You See Them