Finding what lies beneath at Mammoth Cave National Park
Julie Geiss and her family recently enjoyed a trip to Mammoth Cave National Park — a playground for hikers, boaters and cave explorers.
The joy of winter wonders at Richfield Heritage Preserve
Julie Geiss returns to the Richfield Heritage Preserve in Richfield, Ohio to enjoy the sights and history.
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.
Stopping the spread of invasive species
Julie Geiss outlines some invasive plant species spreading within the U.S. today and ponders the best management techniques.
Exploring Carter Caves State Park in Kentucky
Julie Geiss and her family traveled to Carter Caves State Park in Kentucky to explore the extensive system of caves.
Phipps Conservatory full of wonder and whimsy
Julie Geiss and her family recently traveled to Pittsburgh to visit Phipps Conservatory — a beautiful combination of Victorian charm and modern finesse.
Loyal, lovely northern cardinals thrive in Ohio
Julie Geiss enjoys the cardinals near her home and shares some facts about their nesting, mating and molting habits.
Trip for trout leads to a run in with a tick
Julie Geiss recalls an encounter with a blacklegged tick and shares tips from the Ohio Department of Health to decrease the risk of Lyme disease exposure.
Montana detour fuels sons’ fly fishing interest
Julie Geiss recalls the detour in Montana that fueled her sons' interest in fly fishing.
Farm nuisances and pests must be handled
Julie Geiss explains how coyotes, beavers and other nuisances are handled on her family's farm.
