Can You Spot the Roe Deer?
Can you spot the roe deer in the picture above? The enlarged picture below makes it much easier – it’s the exact same photo, blown…
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Parasol Fungi
The parasol fungus (Macrolepiota procera) is a common, large and easy to identify fungus. It is well-known amongst foragers. As the name suggests it has…
How to Navigate Using Anthills
One of keys to reliable natural navigation is avoiding an obsession with tricks. It is nice when there is a fast, simple bullet-proof method for…
The ‘Escape from the Woods Effect’ in Trees
Have a look at the trees at the edge of any woodland and you’ll notice that the branches appear to grow away from the wood…
Fallow Deer Flight and Refuge Behaviour
My latest book, Wild Signs and Star Paths, explains how it is possible to predict an animal’s next move. By following a simple stepping-stone approach,…
Which Way Are We Looking?
Which direction are we looking in the photo above? Clue: how many colours can you see? Answer below. Answer: We are looking north. There is…
How to Find Your Way Using Ivy
A short video explaining how to find north or south and make a map in the woods using ivy (Hedera helix). You might also enjoy:…
The Tick Effect in Trees
The shape of trees and their branches reveal direction. This short video shows one method, but there are over 20 others too. You might also…
The Beechwood Sickener – Russula nobilis
The photo above shows a mushroom known as the Beechwood Sickener – Russula nobilis. As the name would suggest, this is a poisonous fungus. In…