In an age when sharing innermost thoughts on public platforms seems normal, there is one subject to write about that does not judge your work and always has nuggets of wisdom and inspiration: nature...
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Creepy-crawlies that are good for your yard
With Halloween around the corner, it's worth looking a little closer at wildlife with a high "ick"-factor and the benefits they provide to our own personal habitat--our yards...
Nature-Inspired Autumn Reading List
Fall is in the air. Its vibrant colors and earthy aromas are bold reminders of the transformation of seasons. This reading list for adults and children pair imagination and mindfulness, perfect for a dramatic autumnal backdrop.
Hagerstown nature preserve renamed after local conservation hero
With the unveiling of new trailhead signage, Hagerstown Nature Preserve as officially been renamed after Steve Swoveland, a local conservation hero who worked tirelessly to save the wetland from destruction.
Steve Swoveland, Remembered in Land Protection
To recognize Steve’s tireless efforts, Hagerstown Nature Preserve will be known as the Steve Swoveland Nature Preserve...
Pack it in, pack it out: Loving nature responsibly
While it is good news that people are finding a love for the outdoors more than ever this summer, the impact of human recreation may mean we are loving the land a little too much.
A pop-up storywalk is coming to Dutro-Ernst Woods!
A Pop-up outdoor reading exhibit brings literacy and nature together. A storywalk is a way for adults and their young children to lay the groundwork for reading comprehension while also reaping the health benefits of outdoor recreation.
A symphony of nighttime sounds starts after sunset
Have you ever sat outside in the evening and listened to the sounds of nature? Each animal adds a different instrument to the symphony...
Returning to nature helps dancers stay grounded
With the absence of rehearsals and routine classes, many dancers are finding inspiration in local gardens or parks. With their return to nature, movements which mimic their environment start to show in their art.
Randolph county’s pollinator-friendly provision will create significant habitat
On Friday, July 24, Randolph County Commissioners adopted a first-ever solar energy ordinance which includes a pollinator-friendly provision ahead of construction of Indiana’s largest solar farm.