Whether you're surrounded by trees or buildings, you've probably encountered a raccoon. Humans have had a complicated relationship with these masked bandits, from friend to food...
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Open Space 2021 Call for Entries
Learn more about how to enter "Open Space: Art About the Land" competition and exhibition...
Poison Ivy: a scourge of summer or salad for wildlife?
Poison ivy is a plant we love to hate. But humans are pretty much the only animal that dislikes it! A wide variety of wildlife rely on this three-leafed terror for nutritious food and multi-purpose shelter...
Bring Nature Play into Every Day
The joy, fear, laughter, mystery and adventure that nature play brings to childhood has benefits and impacts that last a lifetime...
Joyous May Day Traditions Honor Springtime
May 1st is May Day, a holiday steeped in folklore, history and traditions that signal the return of spring...
April showers bring more than May flowers
The sights, smells, and sounds after a storm are a sure signs that nature is still active on rainy days...
Four Backyard-Friendly Trees to Plant for Earth Month
April is Earth Month and what better time to think about trees? With fragrant flowers and juicy berries, here are four native shrubs to invite into your yard (and heart).
Unusual Hoosier Names for Nature
The common names for some Midwestern plants and wildlife are truly bizzare...
Snowfall’s Silence is Best for Birders
It's not your imagination, the world is quieter after a fresh snowfall. Luckily, that makes it easier to hear some of the delightful birds who create a winter soundtrack...
Stacking Rocks Leaves Nature in the Balance
Stacking rocks is alluring, meditative and makes a great photo. But with the staggering tide of social media photo sharing, fairly harmless stacks have become a serious ecological issue...