Many folks are keeping backyard chickens, but what about raising ducks instead? It’s duck vs chicken, and backyard ducks pose many benefits. Many folks these days are keeping backyard chickens in ...

EXCELSIOR – John Browne is a 17-year-old and a junior at Holy Family Catholic High School in Victoria. This October he also became a published author, when his children’s book “Quacky, Smacky & Tacky” ...

The following is an excerpt from Natural Living: The 21st-Century Guide to a Self-Sufficient Lifestyle by Liz Wright (GAIA/Octopus, 2010). Whether you want to begin your journey to a more self-reliant ...

Big, hardy, and adaptable: the mallard duck is found all throughout the Western Hemisphere. Despite its international range, you can call the mallard America’s duck. Of all duck species, the mallard ...

Late February marks an exciting time for observing mallard ducks as they prepare for spring migration. While some head north, many remain in Southeast Missouri to nest and raise their young. Late ...

The mallard is the No. 1 duck in Minnesota waterfowlers' bags because of its statewide prevalence. Its large size and the drake's florid coloring contribute to its trophy status among many ...

The first week of March came with a roller coaster of emotions. March 1 was absolutely amazing. For the first time in months, the weather seemed to be warming and there was a moment when I actually ...