Much to love in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Julie Geiss and her family work their way west through the Black Hills of South Dakota and onward to Mount Rushmore.
Continuing a legacy of front porch sitting
Julie Geiss explains where the tradition of relaxing on her front porch originated, recalling the time she spent with her grandparents on their front porch.
Perseverance pays off when ice fishing
Julie Geiss shares the trials, tribulations and success of a family ice fishing trip.
Sharing the journey of the bonsai tree
Inspired by their trip to Phipps Conservatory last week, Julie Geiss and her youngest son are attempting to care for their own bonsai trees.
Enjoying Beaver Creek in the past, present and future
Julie Geiss and her family visit Beaver Creek State Park.
Unexpected disasters and what follows
Julie Giess is filled with gratitude for the first responders to the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment and empathy for everyone who was displaced.
Young hunters know the signs of pre-rut season
From a young age, scouting walks have taught Julie Geiss' sons to study the habits and changing travel patterns of deer in preparation for hunting season.
Caesar Creek features fossils and fishing
Julie Geiss and her family recently visited Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio, delighting in the fishing and fossil hunting opportunities.
Natural beauty of Badlands unites campers
Julie Giess and her family embark on a journey to see the country from the midwest, across the prairies and all the way to Badlands National Park.
Snowy owl sighting makes trip special
Julie Giess ponders how rare it is to see a snowy owl in the wild following a sighting along the bank of the Grand River recently.
