Author archive for: Jake

Native shrubs can offer a buffet to birds as they forage in winter...

For the same reason your houseplant leans towards a sunny window, the Walking Fern seems to stroll through the forest...

While the world in early winter may seem full of dull browns from leafless trees, there are some delightful pops of green if you know where to look...

Halloween monsters are no match for native plants...

The wild berries of summer bring back memories of picking and baking...

Prairies have long since been a symbol of the Midwest and even part of Indiana's natural heritage. Restoring these grassland habitats takes a lot of work, but is well worth the reward...

The small islands of forests you see scattered across the landscape can't support wildlife. Habitat loss is a call to action that we can undertake to make a real difference in our personal space and the world at large. By growing wildlife a home, you can be a part of the solution...

As forests grow colder and seasons change, so too does your experience on a hiking trail. There is a certain living organism that is growing in plain sight and may just remind you of Thanksgiving...

The transition between summer and fall is one of the most spectacular natural occurrences one can witness. With this rebirth, a natural wonder emerges: the monarch butterfly...