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.
Literary adventure leads to Whipp’s Ledges
Julie Geiss and her son enjoy a rock climbing adventure at Whipp's Ledges, a part of Hinckley Reservation and the Cleveland Metroparks.
Sixth generation enjoys life on the farm
New columnist Julie Geiss shares some of the adventures her and her children have had on their family farm.
Spring into summer safety preparations
Julie Geiss chose a day on Lake Milton for Mother's Day, and was reminded of all the requirements to ensure safety while boating.
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.
Exploring Maumee Bay State Park wetlands
Julie Geiss considers the history and ecology of Maumee Bay State Park as she travels to visit family in southeastern Michigan.
Chasing spring and iconic views in North Carolina
Julie Geiss and her oldest daughter recently visited Chimney Rock, located about 25 miles southeast of Asheville, North Carolina, to take in early spring.
Country should unite to buy American
Julie Geiss explains her 2021 mantra — "Made in America" — and encourages others to be more mindful of where the product comes from before purchasing it.
Claridon Woodlands makes for a lovely fall hike
Encompassing 127 acres, Claridon Woodlands has plenty of space for a variety of outside fun and forested areas bright with color in the fall.
Deceptive beauty hides danger of yellow clover at Badlands National Park
Yellow sweet clover is appealing to the eye but damaging to the land in a mixed-grass prairie, like the one at Badlands National Park.
