We love our feline friends, both big and small! Today we’re talking about not only domestic housecats, but some of their other lesser known cousins. Be it for a Serval, …

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We know different birds eat different foods, but now we have to get it to them! Join us in making birdfeeders designed for a variety of songbird cuisine, and take …

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Did you know that our state was once completely covered by water? We’re digging into the prehistoric history of Illinois and learning all about the bizarre beings that used to call this place home. Get hands on with brachiopods, feel the mighty glaciers, and more!   Photo by Nobu Tamura.

Rambutans? Tamarinds? Kumquats? You're telling me those aren't made up words? They're not! Travel the world in fruit form as we sample, tasting fruits from across cultures that may be new to you.

POV: You’re lost in the woods, you’re thirsty, but your water bottle is empty! And the water around you is… questionable at best. What to do!? Today we’re stepping up to the challenge and trying to purify water using the tools we have at hand.

A bug hotel is a structure filled with materials that different insects and spiders like to use as a habitat. These crawlies aren’t so creepy when they’re doing their part …

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