Rip currents can be dangerous and are difficult to spot. This video explains how to be safe at the beach.

Do you have plans to hit the beach this summer? Here’s an easy tool to find water temperatures near you.

Heading to the beach this weekend? Check the water temperatures before you leave.

If you’re going to be out of town, have your mail held at the post office and delivered when you return. 

If you’re looking for cheap family fun this summer, national wildlife refuges are full of free or low-cost outdoor summer adventures.

There’s a national wildlife refuge within an hour’s drive of most major U.S. cities where you can hike, fish, go bird watching or just enjoy a quiet escape from your daily life.

Some refuges hold special events during the summer, like lighthouse tours or bike rides through the refuge to learn about the animals that live there.

Find the closest national wildlife refuge to you and learn about special events.