The big sleep

Article Abstract:

Hibernating animals, such as groundhogs and bears, eat as much as possible before going to sleep. The metabolism slows and the liver begins converting fat to glucose. Body temperature drops and breathing slows. Snakes and bats are also discussed.

Physiological aspects, Hibernation

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Sharing the sacred circle

Article Abstract:

Several American Indian tribes are offering tours of some of their sacred sites. Reservations are technically separate nations and have their own laws and histories. Many of these areas are threatened by vandalism, development, and mining.

Native Americans, Native American reservations

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Incident at Hellroaring: like a swift current, sometimes a single event can sweep away the innocence of youth

Article Abstract:

A man who worked at Yellowstone for a summer as a college student recalls the death of a young friend who died saving a fellow hiker. The memory of his shock, grief and loss of naivete still haunts him.

Personal narratives, Column, College students, Drowning

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