Enjoying Lake Erie’s icy offerings, then and now
Lake Erie is the shallowest of the Great Lakes and has the smallest volume of water, so it is the first to freeze in the winter.
Planning for successful cross country adventures
Julie Geiss ruminates on the importance of planning as she recalls her last cross-country adventure and prepares for her next.
Veterans allow us to stand tall and proud
Julie Geiss reminds us that our national treasure is the collective group of veterans that have defended our freedom across the globe.
Spring surprises await along wooded trail
A heavy frost during the last week of April led Julie Geiss to do some crazy things — she covered wildflowers in the woods to protect them.
Flowers can be both beautiful and beneficial
Julie Geiss revels in the beauty of and shares some of the health benefits of sunflowers and hibiscus.
Warm temps turn thoughts to spring planning
Before Julie Geiss gets caught up in the excitement of spring gardening, she finds herself concerned about her Eastern redbud tree.
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.
Trip to unmentionable state proves worth mentioning
Julie Geiss and her family travel to Michigan to enjoy some of its most scenic attractions.
Layer up and make some winter memories
Julie Geiss' crew needed a reminder of how to dress in order to enjoy the outdoors during winter. Use her tips to stay warm and active all winter long.
Camping trip tests rope of freedom
Julie Geiss experienced a recent scare when her sons went exploring a little longer than expected at Mammoth Cave in southern Kentucky.
