Snow is a ‘poor man’s fertilizer’
Precipitation pulls nitrates down to the ground creating poor man's fertilizer. Rain and snow both contain nitrogen, but snow is a better delivery method.
Unlock the mystery of Beaver Township rock
Inquisitive minds wonder who carved "The Rock" of South Beaver Township and why they completed the arduous task. Julie Geiss weighs in on local folklore.
Wondering about wildcats in the woods
Julie Geiss dives into bobcat research after discovering there's one sniffing around in the woods near her home.
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.
Raising peafowl not all it’s cracked up to be
Julie Geiss recalls the time she tried to raise peafowl and all the trials and tribulations that came with it. Is she going for round two?
Enjoying two of Ohio’s American treasures
Julie Geiss and her family visited the McKinley National Memorial in Canton, Ohio, and then explored parts of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Ohio is rich with Native American history
Julie Geiss shares the tale of Council Rock in Mill Creek Park and remarks on the area's rich Native American history and availability of natural resources.
Nuisance or not, muskrat population declining
Muskrats were historically quite adept at multiplying; however, researchers have found that the population of muskrats in Ohio has been on the decline.
Welcoming the influx of spring birds, nests
Julie Giess recounts a recent run-in with a killdeer and reflects on what a great time of year it is for birdwatchers.
Help slow the spread of the spotted lanternfly
Julie Geiss encounters the spotted lanternfly for the first time during an outing at Kennywood and is reminded of how vigilance can help stop its spread.
