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As an alligator trapper warns about unusual behavior from alligators that many people may not be expecting because they do not know it is mating season, an alligator attack has ...

When you think of catfish, you probably don't associate them with pain, stingers and venom -- unless you've spent time around them and know that they can be surprisingly dangerous. ...

Editor’s Note: Our readers responded strongly to this story when it originally ran; we’re reposting it here in case you missed it. There are few things adventurous dogs enjoy more ...

About 60 people at East Rosebud Lake in Montana were trapped when major flooding obliterated the main access road earlier this month. Locals, hikers and campers alike realized the morning ...

One hiking group made up of two adults and 17 kids, ages 11 to 12, got far more adventure than they bargained for after embarking on a hike far beyond ...

Editor’s Note: Our readers responded strongly to this story when it originally ran; we’re reposting it here in case you missed it. Lily Kryzhanivskyy, a 9-year-old girl, was camping with ...

As the sun shines and the snow melts, many outdoorsy people feel the mountains calling, and they must go. Some go more prepared than others, but even the most veteran, ...

Riley Willman has been a game warden in Delaware County, Oklahoma, for three years. Last month, though, he also became a hero thanks to following his instincts and his willingness ...

Wednesday morning before students or teachers had arrived at Pescadero High school in Pescadero, California, the custodian charged with opening the school arrived and began work. It was the second-to-last ...

While fishermen are notorious for telling tall tales about the sizes of their catches without supporting evidence, the photos for this story are accessible ... and horrifying. It all began ...

Many people spent their holiday weekend out at various bodies of water, enjoying beaches, sun and swimming with family, friends and loved ones. Those headed to Lake Michigan's beaches near ...

New Mexico has been stricken with a series of massive wildfires that have proven difficult to control. Firefighters from states away have come to New Mexico's aid, battling multiple blazes ...

Editor’s Note: Our readers responded strongly to this story when it originally ran; we’re reposting it here in case you missed it. Like many people, Gigi Torras spent her birthday ...

As heavy rains have hit Texas, residents have been reminded of the dangers of flash floods, giant hail and severe thunderstorms as well as power outages. The city of Mission, ...

As long as there are dangerous and intriguing locales in this world, there will be daredevils game to try conquering them. And when those daredevils fail along certain sections of ...

For many lovers of nature, the thrill of the hunt is in reaching little-known attractions and pitting themselves against difficult terrain. And once they get there, victory is often not ...

Prescott, Arizona, is a place of natural beauty and rugged terrain. Many people choose to retire there, especially those who appreciate the outdoors, and people regularly take day trips from ...

What should have been a fun family vacation at the beach this week has turned to tragedy, unforgettable in all the wrong ways. The family was visiting from Maine and ...

On Friday, the Detroit Zoo was happy to share some adorable news with its followers on Facebook. "There’s a new bundle of joy at the Detroit Zoo!" the post began. ...

Most people wouldn't hesitate to help an adorable puppy in harm's way. Especially if you're an animal lover and you spot a pup running loose in a dangerous area, you ...