Winter’s harshness reminds us of longer days
It is the harshness of winter that makes Julie Geiss appreciate the long days of summer. Now that we're past winter solstice, longer days are coming.
Finding a balance this holiday season
Julie Geiss balances all the treats of the holiday season with healthy sprouts she's learned to grow herself in mason jars on a windowsill.
Even the mightiest waters need replenished
Julie Geiss considers the falling water levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead and is reminded that fresh water is not something we should take for granted.
North Country Trail beckons us to explore the vast wilderness
Linking across eight states and stretching 4,800 miles, the North Country National Scenic Trail is the longest in the National Trails System.
Run through Mill Stream Run Reservation ignites new passion
Julie Geiss' daughter gets hooked on distance running following the completion of her first half-marathon at Mill Stream Run Reservation.
Arrowhead collection offers window into the past
Julie Geiss shares her grandfather's arrowhead collection with her children, focusing on the history of the artifacts that he uncovered.
Invasive bush honeysuckle needs to be controlled
There are several different bush honeysuckle species in Ohio. Grouping them together, they are one of the most threatening invasive species in the state.
Exploring the romantic history of Schenley Park
Schenley Park provides a natural sanctuary for city dwellers, university students and other visitors. Julie Geiss digs into the park's romantic history.
Biking tour of Pittsburgh follows river banks
Julie Geiss and her family enjoyed a bike ride from the Carnegie Science Center along the river to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History on Forbes Avenue.
The best adventures are the unexpected ones
Julie Geiss recalls all the challenges of a days-long family bike trip, amused that her children recall the same trip and only remember the adventure.
