On a recent Sunday afternoon under a cloudy November sky, I joined some fellow naturalists for my first lesson in flint knapping. In its simplest terms, flint knapping is making arrowheads and spear tips from…
Check out the 45 lb blue catfish caught by Brian McLucas at Sharon Woods’ lake on October 15, 2017! This monster was caught on a lipless crankbait after pulling the boat around for 15 minutes.…
The whisper of Vlad the Impaler spawns a morbid curiosity in even those who think themselves innocent. He is the inspiration for Count Dracula and known to history as a real big jerk. This blog…
In the hubbub and craziness of life, we often encounter things that interrupt the smoothness of our day. When these situations arise, they can often make even the most level-headed person question why they even…
“The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now.” ― Chinese proverb Each September for the last several years, Great Parks of Hamilton County has taken part…
On any given morning, a walk around the lake at Miami Whitewater Forest can present you with some interesting sights. A great blue heron waiting patiently for its morning catch, an avid fisherman doing the…
Rod Busting Series Rod Busting Series Standings – September 30, 2017 [pdf] Bass Series Bass Series Standings – August 20, 2017 [pdf]
The top 20 anglers at the conclusion of the Great Parks’ Bass Series qualified for the Championship Tournament. This two-day event was held on September 23 and 24 at Winton Woods Lake and at Miami…