You won’t have mush fun if you make one wrong move in this trendy outdoor pastime. An ancient food practice is enjoying a major comeback, fueled by social media, the wellness boom, culinary curiosity and a growing desire to reconnect with nature — even in cities like NYC. But the age-old hobby comes with major … Read more
Take a walk on the wildest side. Every New Yorker knows Central Park. From The Pond all the way up to the North Woods, there are so many reasons our beloved, 843-acre green lung grabs all the attention — and the crowds, selfie sticks and picnic blankets, too. But that globally-renowned respite from the greatest … Read more
THE TAKEAWAY Now is the time to get ready for leaf-peeping season, with fall foliage starting as early as September. The timing of leaf-peeping season is largely influenced by elevation and location. The Southern Appalachians are home to one of the longest leaf-peeping seasons in the country. Fall is almost here, and that means peeping season … Read more
SeatGeek is the official music concert Ticketing Partner of the New York Post. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Well, that exceeded all expectations. On Friday, July 31, Blues Traveler headlined at Uncasville, CT’s 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena … Read more
Sleep under the stars as camping in Central Park starts on August 14. The NYC Parks Department has just rolled out a lottery for family camping all around New York City, where lucky winners may camp overnight with its Urban Park Rangers as their hosts and guides. From August 8 until September 18, folks can … Read more
“Applying honey to a cut,” “baking soda paste on mosquito bites,” and “oatmeal on itchy rashes” are some of the ways Americans have treated minor injuries in their own home. A new survey of 2,000 Americans found that most trust natural ingredients to treat minor wounds or skin irritations at least as much, if not … Read more
I was a sick kid — I’m talking genuinely, chronically ill. Mysterious symptoms kept me home from school and bouncing between specialists who spent most of my childhood trying — and failing — to figure out what was wrong. My mother, a lifelong fan of all things woo-woo, did what any desperate parent does: She … Read more
Being alone doesn’t have to mean feeling lonely. A loneliness epidemic has been hitting adults hard, with Gen Z and millennial men feeling the effects of isolation the most. A study out of Norway has found a potential solution, but it’s a bit counterintuitive. While Gen Z and millennials are facing a loneliness epidemic, one … Read more
Up to one in six plant species could be wiped out within 75 years, warns a new study. Researchers found that 7% to 16% of global plant species studied are expected to lose more than 90% of their range by 2100 under current climate change projections. The ecological modeling study shows that many plants face … Read more
Oh, gimme a break! Newcomers to the workforce are already in need of respites from the rat race. So, they’re ditching the daily grind to enjoy a little midweek mindfulness in nature amid the rising “green days” movement. “I’m really enjoying my day off from work,” raved a 28-year-old law office assistant, in part, while … Read more
Disneyland is pushing back against claims that a tree toppled onto two guests during a bout of rainy Southern California weather. A large ficus tree fell onto the patio of the Plaza Inn, a restaurant inside the theme park, around 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, a spokesperson for the magical kingdom to NBC Los Angeles. But the … Read more
Trudging through the snow might not sound like your idea of a good time, but a surprising study suggests you might want to grab your scarf and lace up your boots. Researchers in Poland and the UK found that walking in the snow can have an unexpected effect on your mental health — and even … Read more
Nature lovers have a new reason to celebrate Trump’s birthday. The National Park Service (NPS) is changing the fee-free days in 2026, altering policies on when Americans can enter parks for free as well as who qualifies for free entry. The Department of the Interior officially announced the new calendar on Nov. 25, expanding the … Read more
Woke couture is coming for our closets. Wool from sheep that “prefer same-sex partners” debuted at a New York fashion show earlier this month. On Nov. 13, a collection of knitwear by Los Angeles-based designer Michael Schmidt, called “I Wool Survive,” features garments created with wool from the world’s “first flock of gay sheep” in … Read more
American Gen Z spends 25% less time in nature than Gen X – because they don’t like going out alone and get too bored. A poll, of 2,000 adults, revealed the average Gen Z adult averages just 49 minutes of outdoor time on weekdays, and mostly just to commute (24%). This compares to Gen X … Read more
Go take a hike might not be the first piece of advice you’d expect to hear if you’re single, but it might be the best antidote to endlessly swiping left and right. After all, going on a nature walk with a bunch of fresh, air-friendly folks is a pretty wholesome way to meet people. At … Read more
Stop the stresses! Cortisol is known as the body’s primary stress hormone, but it has many essential functions. It naturally peaks in the morning to help you wake up and feel alert and then gradually decreases throughout the day to eventually prepare your body for sleep. Elevated cortisol over a long while can lead to increased … Read more
Just dew it! Spending time outdoors has long been shown to enhance physical and mental well-being by encouraging exercise, fostering social interaction, reducing stress and anxiety, elevating mood, improving focus and even promoting better sleep. Exposure to daylight — especially in the morning — helps synchronize our internal clocks, making it easier to fall asleep … Read more
When Ricardo Caceres first set foot on Conchal Beach as a child, it was little more than a quiet stretch of white sand where locals camped and played in the crystal-clear waters. “That’s been my favorite beach for a very long time,” he told The Post, recalling his family’s move to Costa Rica in the … Read more
At least once in your lifetime, I dare say you will experience a bad neighbor. Whether they’re the kind to throw ragers on a random Tuesday, refuse to throw soccer balls back over the fence, or have an incredibly annoying pet that somehow becomes your responsibility, you eventually learn to cope… kinda. One Aussie has shared … Read more