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Melissa Gaskill

Articles

Scalloped hammerhead shark swimming in the gulf with a school of fish above.
December 2025 Issue

Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks Gain Advantage From Their Head Shape

These remarkable ocean predators help maintain the health of the Gulf and its seafood.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
A view of a jackrabbit from behind.
January/February 2026 Issue

Black-Tailed Jackrabbits Use Their Speed to Escape

Long ears and long legs give jackrabbits their distinctive look.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
two people with backpacks on sitting in the davis mountains blind taking a picture
April 2020 Issue

Bird Blinds of the State Parks

These structures bring birds up close for visitors of all abilities.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
Leticia and Leon McNeil sitting in rocking chairs.
November 2022 Issue

Nonprofit City Kids Adventures Takes Students Outside

Founders Leticia and Leon McNeil see the outdoors as a classroom — and a source of hope.

Story by Melissa Gaskill