Tag: nature
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.
Glaciers carved out Ohio’s unique and specialized habitats
Discover how the glaciers that once covered two-thirds of Ohio created habitats for both humans and wildlife and how that's still evident today.
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.
Plant more trees, become a tree ambassador to help the environment
Trees provide wildlife habitats, create windbreaks, reduce erosion, improve air quality by releasing oxygen and sequestering CO2. Learn how to help.
ODNR designates Ohio’s 16th state water trail
The ODNR, Cleveland Metroparks and representatives from several communities recently celebrated the official state designation of the Lake Erie Water Trail.
Enjoying all that returning home has to offer
Julie Geiss and her family return home after a cross-country trip that ended in Montana to enjoy all the wonderful things home has to offer.
Reclaimed strip mines are a perfect place to unplug
Former strip mine lands owned by the state of Ohio provide opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, birding and camping. Discover where to plan a trip.
