Exploring Maumee Bay State Park wetlands
Julie Geiss considers the history and ecology of Maumee Bay State Park as she travels to visit family in southeastern Michigan.
The tomato’s unique rise to popularity
Once referred to as a Wolf's Peach, tomatoes were not always as popular as they are now, generally, or in Julie Geiss' culinary wheelhouse.
Trip to Florida highlights delicate ecosystem
Julie Geiss and her family enjoy wildlife sightings at Everglades National Park.
Learning lifelong lessons and making memories
Being a member of a 4-H club means commitment throughout the year. No matter the type of animal or project, invaluable learning takes place.
Change in plans leads to lovely discovery
Hot Springs State Park in Thermopolis, Wyoming seemed like a mini Yellowstone experience, without crowds for Julie Geiss and her husband on a recent trip.
Loggerhead sea turtles face many challenges
On her family vacation in Frisco, North Carolina, Julie Geiss experiences a rare treat as rangers mark and check a loggerhead sea turtle nest.
Geiss family gets close to nature on relaxing beach vacation
For over 20 years, Julie Geiss' family members have migrated back to the North Carolina coastline like birds of the same feather.
Blennerhassett State Park is a trip back in time
Julie Geiss visits Blennerhassett State Park near Parkersburg, West Virginia, and enjoys all it has to offer.
Exploring the past and present in Athens Co.
Julie Geiss and her daughter hike Radar Hill near the Ridges on the campus of Ohio University in Athens County, Ohio, and take in all of the area's history.
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.
