Nature’s symmetry brings calm in chaotic times
Julie Geiss slows down this week, allowing herself to be mesmerized by all of nature's beautiful patterns.
Ohio’s Quail Hollow Park has a rich history
Over 700 acres of wetland marshes, meadows and woodlands comprise Quail Hollow Park. There is also a 40-room historic manor located within the park.
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.
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.
Search for healing waters leads to Pennsylvania
On a recent trip to Pittsburgh, Julie Geiss and her daughter and decided to find the Fountain of Youth.
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.
Our need for routines and patterns is just natural
As much as Julie Geiss enjoys summer, she embraces the impending seasonal change for the promise of a return to the comfort of routines.
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.
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.
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.
