From icy destinations, frozen musical festivals and a frigid trip to the spa, here is why being cold could be the hottest ...

This is sometimes referred to as double dormancy. Seeds with morpho-physiological dormancy require both warm and cold conditions (oftentimes extended periods of both) and can take longer than one ...

Activities for all ages, outdoors and indoors, draw a crowd every year to the Park District of Oak Park’s annual Winter Fest.

Over nearly a week (February 13–19, 1959), a relentless storm at Mount Shasta Ski Bowl amassed 189 inches (15.75 feet) of ...

Searching for a winter destination in Florida? If so, plan a trip to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, where you can hike or ...

Hiking in Georgia can be even better in the winter when you take the trail amidst the northern peaks up to Blood Mountian for ...

I received a question from one of my younger readers, which showed a good understanding of weather fundamentals. He ...

Whether shedding leaves, flying south or hibernating, every species has its own way of dealing with winter. But as the season ...

Reflecting on the nature of the seasons, HIH Princess Takamado explores the theme of birds in snow with her photos.

This phenomenon, called marcescence, adds a unique dimension to the winter landscape, and gives me something to ponder while ...

Our list of family-friendly wintertime hikes in New Jersey features fun cold-weather attractions like waterfalls, grand ...

Two experienced hikers were rescued from Mount Washington after being stranded in whiteout conditions, highlighting the ...