How do our actions as an individual impact the environment and wildlife?

Well, we may only be one person, but our actions matter. Our actions have causal relationships with the environment, so it’s important to take responsibility and practice good sustainability and stewardship!

Join Adventure Team member Zach, as he learns about how our daily habits impact wildlife in our communities and the environment as a whole. No matter
where you live, your actions have an impact on the environment.

On this episode of Into the Outdoors, our Adventure Team discovers the wild world of bowfishing for silver carp.

Hang on to your hats as we learn how to catch these invasive fish with a bow, not a rod!

This episode is action packed as we highlight the importance of aerial shooting with archery gear and how it helps curb this invasive menace in Indiana.

 

Check out our action packed bowfishing videos!
Want to be in the know, when it comes to bowfishing, check out these "How To" videos to learn more!

There are many benefits to spending time outdoors and interacting with the natural world in new, challenging ways. Join this adventurous family as they head out into one of America’s National Forests for an angling trip where they connect with nature and an abundance of wildlife. Building this appreciation for the outdoors creates new environmental stewards that can protect these ecosystems for generations to come.

In this Into the Outdoors episode, witness the wonders you could experience while exploring our public lands as you watch four family fishing adventures taking place in our National Forests. From reeling in a monstrous fish to taking in the remarkable wilderness scenery, share in some magical moments that create strong family bonds to last a lifetime. In the end, you'll discover what awaits you and your family when fishing in YOUR National Forests.

In this Into the Outdoors episode, we learn about bowfishing for the invasive species, common carp.

Watch as Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members, Garrett and Kayla bowfish during the spawn near Green Bay, Wisconsin.

We learn how bowfishing plays an important role in conservation efforts to protect native fish in lakes and rivers.

Our team also identifies how to get into the sport, what gear you need and why this is family friendly sport.

This episode is action-packed and all about fun!

 

Check out our action packed bowfishing videos!
Want to be in the know, when it comes to bowfishing, check out these "How To" videos to learn more!

This lesson will help students investigate bowfishing at night. Students will use process writing as a method to think through the process of fishing in steps and consider all the necessary actions to take to become a successful angler.

The sport of bowfishing can be very productive at night.

When you bowfish at night, there are new considerations such as depth perception and fish identification in the dark.

Find out more in this lesson!

Check out our action packed bowfishing videos!
Want to be in the know, when it comes to bowfishing, check out these "How To" videos to learn more!

In this Into the Outdoors episode, we’re heading out on the water in a variety of different water crafts!

Water sports have gained popularity in recent years, and with more people out on the water, we want to make sure everyone is enjoying the water safely.

Join Adventure Team members Zach and Charlie as they try out stand up paddle boards (SUPs), kayaks, canoes and personal watercrafts (PWCs), while learning the important safety steps to take before getting in the water. Think you know all about these fun watercrafts?

Test your knowledge along with Zach and Charlie in this exciting and knowledge-packed episode!

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of launching your canoe, or other watercraft, and forget to follow the proper safety measures to keep yourself safe in the case of an accident.

However, taking these precautions could end up saving your life. Join Adventure Team members Zach and Charlie as they prepare for their water adventure by taking a variety of safety measures before launching their canoe.

Having a float plan and sharing it with someone, knowing your plan of action in the case of an emergency and being prepared for your adventure with the right gear/equipment can help you in the case of an accident, or even prevent one from happening.

Test yourself! Are these things you do before heading out on the water?

Before you hit the water, you should make sure the watercraft you are using is the right one for you and your adventure.

There are a lot of similarities and differences between larger watercraft, such as power boats, and smaller watercraft, such as SUPs, kayaks, canoes and PWCs.

For instance, a large boat is more stable in the water but it can’t turn as quickly as a personal watercraft (PWC) can. However, the maneuverability of a PWC can cause them to tip more easily than a boat. Knowing and being aware of these differences can better prepare you for a safe day on the water.

Join Adventure Team members Zach and Charlie as they learn about what makes large and small watercraft different, what things they have in common and how to choose the best craft for your water adventure!

This episode unravels some of the foundational chemistry that affects everything on planet earth.

It begins with the primary conversion of simple chemicals into complex compounds that form the building blocks of all life.

Using the further conversions that occur in a dairy cow, the ITO team decodes how plant material is converted to a variety of dairy-related foods that impact our lives.

They also explore both the history and hands-on science that viewers can take into their kitchens to learn more for themselves with simple experiments… about the chemistry of life.