Happy Fat Tuesday! Mar. 4, 2025

Mardi Gras, or "Fat Tuesday," is a vibrant tradition that marks the last day of indulgence before the Christian season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Rooted in ancient Roman celebrations like Saturnalia, Mardi Gras evolved as Christianity spread, blending local customs—most notably Carnival festivities—with religious observances.

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The road less taken?
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Strong sibling bonds
Nov. 5, 2025Peña Roya beech forest, Moncayo Natural Park, Aragon, Spain
Apr. 24, 2025Spire Cove in Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Alaska, United States
Feb. 24, 2025Giant cuttlefish, Whyalla, South Australia, Australia
Jul. 13, 2024International Rock Day
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Mar. 12, 2024Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA
Apr. 22, 2024Earth Day
Where the humpback whale sings
Aug. 19, 2024Two Atlantic puffins in Elliston
Nov. 13, 2025Distillery Winter Village
Let the Great Backyard Bird Count begin!
Look, but don’t touch
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Feb. 1, 2025Rolands Breach, Spain
Staying in the loop
May 23, 2025World Turtle Day
Mar. 22, 2025Happy World Water Day!
Flying the flag for Pride
Piecing together a better tomorrow
Jan. 1, 2025Happy New Year!
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