Fishing Season Is Here – Almost!
Our harbor managers have been working hard to get our boathouses ready for opening day for the past several weeks, but Mother Nature just isn’t cooperating. The heavy snow that we received last week has…
WWRC Volunteer of the Month
Congratulations to the Winton Woods Riding Center (WWRC) Volunteer of the Month Tracy Brumett! Tracy started volunteering with the Great Parks seven years ago after finding out about the WWRC at Paddlefest. Tracy was hungry…
Pig Tales
Our language reflects a time when we lived close to the land. Agricultural terms are pervasive in our language. Since I live in Cincinnati, lovingly known at one time as “Porkopolis,” it seems appropriate to…
Experiencing Nature in the Winter
With cold temperatures, bad weather and other challenges that come with winter, it can be hard to get motivated to get outside. However, if you can muster the strength to do so, you may find…
Knee-Deep in Eagles
For the last couple months, I’ve been seeing an American bald eagle along the Great Miami River near the Lawrenceburg Road bridge. I know their numbers are increasing, but it really never gets old for…
The Odd History of Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is a uniquely American holiday. It is also one of the most relaxed. There is no pressure to meet all your in-laws, write hundreds of cards or get your kids the best costume.…
The Cool Science of Cold Water
As cold temperatures settle in across the Midwest and our lakes and ponds freeze, many people look forward to winter activities such as ice skating and ice fishing. But fun opportunities like these can only…
WWRC Volunteer of the Month
Congratulations to Winton Woods Riding Center (WWRC) Volunteer of the Month, Tina Young-Lipps! Tina has been student at WWRC for many years and is currently one of the most dedicated volunteers. Tina can be found…