Tag: outdoors
Taking time to wonder at Moraine State Park
Julie Geiss ponders whether there are broadleaf trees that are evergreens or coniferous trees that are deciduous on a hike in Moraine State Park.
How to collect and plant native wildflower seeds
One of the best things you can do for local ecosystems is plant wildflowers. Learn how to find, collect, store, stratify and plant native wildflower seeds.
On the hunt for the fruit of the pawpaw tree
Julie Geiss and her family made it home safely after their trip through Paw Paw, West Virginia, with a new goal of finding and eating pawpaws.
Adventure awaits at Jordan Creek Park in Ohio
Jordan Creek Park in Concord Township, Ohio offers visitors the perfect combination of nature and play with climbing walls, a zip line and more.
Oak survey shows white oak production is above average
This year's oak survey results showed white oak production is slightly above average and red oak production is slightly below average.
Bathe your senses in the beauty of the forest
Forest bathing allows people to absorb the forest atmosphere, which can have both psychological and physical health benefits.
How to harvest and enjoy hazelnuts
Primetime to harvest hazelnuts in the Midwest is from the end of September into October. Learn how to correctly identify, harvest and enjoy them.
Using signs from nature to predict winter weather
Julie Geiss uses both folklore and science to make a winter weather prediction. Learn more about her observations and what kind of winter she anticipates.
Ohio boasts healthy catfish populations for anglers
Ohio offers great opportunities for anglers to catch blue, flathead and channel catfish. Find out where they are stocked and plan your next fishing trip.
Savoring the last days of summer in Cook Forest
Julie Geiss and her family spent the last Sunday before school started at Cook Forest State Park in Cooksburg, Pennsylvania.
