Unhurried in flight and with a sideline in stolen goods, the handsome red kite is the gentleman thief of the raptor world, writes Mark Cocker.

Susan Harris points out that contrary to farmer lobby claims, the conversion of pastoral land to carbon forestry is minor and ...

Merino wool, which derives from Merino sheep, is renowned for its luxuriously soft and fine fibers. Distinct from regular wool and synthetic materials, it possesses unique properties that make it very ...

When it comes to hiking, having the right gear can make all the difference – and that counts for everything from your waterproof jacket and baselayers right down to your hiking socks. The right pair ...

Heritage N.L.'s Sheep to Sock event drew large crowds to watch the entire traditional process of turning raw sheep's wool into yarn and knitting it into socks.

Taking sheep's wool and turning it into something you can wear is an age-old practice, but Heritage N.L. and the Sheep Producers Association of N.L. are introducing the process to a new generation.

Cindy Wrucke spins some of the wool that comes from her Romney sheep, a long wool breed originating from England, of which the farm has more than 80.

How to get Wool Thread in Runescape Dragonwilds To get Wool Thread, you must kill Sheep or Wolves, collect the Fleece or Soft Animal Fur they drop, and craft a Spinning Wheel to turn either into ...

From Shears to Sweaters, an Experimental New Exhibition Examines the Long, Wooly Relationship Between Humans and Sheep The Amsterdam show features an eclectic mix of wool garments, life-size sheep ...

These are the best hiking socks, according to long-distance trekkers The right pair of hiking socks can make or break your hike. Here are eight expert-approved favorites.

Most of these folks believe that wool socks are the best choice for winter wear because of the fabric’s natural thermoregulating and odor-mitigating properties.