Tag: outdoors
What’s in the trees? It’s fall webworms
As summer begins to wane, messy web-like structures begin to appear near the ends of tree branches. These silken structures are the abodes of fall webworms.
The role of wildlife officers
Jim Abrams highlights the importance of wildlife officers being present at conservation club events.
The mulberry tree
Tami Gingrich was recently surprised by the amount of fruit hanging from a white mulberry tree, and even more surprised to find out it's invasive in Ohio.
The ticking crocodile
Jim Abrams ponders the process of aging and the way we all find a certain joy and youthfulness in doing the things we learned to love when we were young.
Confusing spring lookalikes: Coltsfoot vs dandelion
Although they are often confused for one another, coltsfoot and dandelion plants have noticeable differences. Learn how to tell them apart.
The American kestrel: A falcon in peril
Tami Gingrich discusses the value of Ohio's smallest bird of prey, the American Kestrel, and her efforts to boost its numbers.
Geauga Park District to hold snoeshoeing, winter hiking adventures
Geauga County residents can now register for the Snowshoe Program Call List to receive texts for spontaneous naturalist-led snowshoe adventures.
First wildflower of the year prepares to emerge
Tami Gringich introduces us to the fragrant wildflower that will soon be making it's appearance: skunk cabbage.
Are you into trees? There’s a group for that!
Getting involved in local woodland organizations can better your understanding of your local area regarding woodland management, pests and more.
That four-letter word: S-N-O-W
Snow has many benefits for plants and wildlife. It helps disperse nitrogen and provides a layer of insulation that protects life beneath.
