Aaron Horrell

Through the Woods: Freezing rain can look cool

January 11

Through the Woods: Freezing rain can look coolFreezing rain can cause havoc, but it also creates stunning natural art. On Jan. 5, icicles formed on hazelnut tree catkins, revealing intricate designs amid the winter chaos.

Through the Woods: Below the woods

January 4

Through the Woods: Below the woodsMissouri, with more than 7,000 caves, is a spelunker's paradise, second only to Tennessee. Discover fascinating cave formations such as stalagmites and stalactites, and unique blind cave-dwelling creatures.

Through the Woods: A partridge in a pear tree?

December 28, 2024

Through the Woods: A partridge in a pear tree?A Christmas carol may sing of partridges in pear trees, but in Southeast Missouri, it's the bobwhite quail that reigns. Learn about this official state game bird and its unique habits in the wild.

Through the Woods: A beautiful pair

December 21, 2024

Through the Woods: A beautiful pairA striking photo captures a pair of northern cardinals enduring a snowy December day. These lifelong mates, with their vibrant red and buff plumage, brave the cold, delighting bird enthusiasts with their resilience.

Through the Woods: A sad picture

December 14, 2024

Through the Woods: A sad pictureA poignant Christmas Day photo captures the shell of a deceased three-toed box turtle, highlighting its winter survival strategies. Learn about the turtle's brumation and the photographer's artistic background.

Through the woods: Someone who hides well

December 7, 2024

Through the woods: Someone who hides wellA rare close encounter with the elusive bobcat captured on camera. Discover its secretive nature and surprising vocal abilities, plus insights from artist and outdoorsman Aaron Horrell.

Through the Woods: Turkeys can be turkeys

November 27, 2024

Through the Woods: Turkeys can be turkeysA humorous encounter with wild turkeys at a kitchen window offers a glimpse into their quirky behavior. Despite the blurry photo, the moment was pure comedy as the gobblers mistook their reflections for rivals.

Through the Woods: I can see you in the dark

November 23, 2024

Through the Woods: I can see you in the dark Capturing the elusive great horned owl's face up close reveals its remarkable night vision and unique head-turning ability, compensating for its fixed eyes. Discover these fascinating traits and more.

Through the Woods: It's deer season

November 16, 2024

Through the Woods: It's deer seasonMissouri's deer season includes multiple hunting periods from Nov. 16 to Jan. 15, 2025. Discover the diverse portions and key dates, including youth, CWD, antlerless and alternative methods.

Through the Woods: A 4-inch bluegill

November 9, 2024

Through the Woods: A 4-inch bluegillA serene afternoon fishing for bluegill reveals the hidden beauty of a 4-inch catch. Discover why this small fish holds significance in Missouri and captivates the eye of an artist and outdoorsman.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Receive Daily Headlines FREESign up today!

Shopping

Links

Submission Forms

© 2025 rustmedia

Sitemap Terms Privacy