What is that smell?

Ever wonder how you can tell the difference between smells? Why does a lemon have a citrus smell while freshly cut grass smells different? The answer is olfactory receptors. In a short version, different smells stick to your scent glands, or olfactory receptors, causing them to change shape. This change sends a signal to the brain, like a text message, telling your brain what it is your nose is picking up.

Here at Sticks Stones and Bonez, we have all sorts of fun smells to stretch those olfactory receptors. Some are things that your brain will recognize immediately. Others you may not have ever encountered. It's a workout for your scent glands to find all of the exciting scents at our scent-sational sensory station!

Reptile Awareness Day

Did you know that National Reptile Awareness Day is tomorrow (10-21-22)? 

Nebraska has 48 native species of reptiles! This includes snakes, lizards, and turtles. Reptiles provide many benefits to the ecosystem, such as rodent and insect control! This is helpful to farmers and homeowners alike!

Come celebrate National Reptile Awareness Day with us! We have several Reptile Ambassadors on site including a Nebraska native, the Black Rat Snake! We hope to see you tomorrow!