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A Total Eclipse of the Park

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On April 8, 2024, an incredible astronomical event – a total eclipse – will affect over 32 million people in the United States, and here in Ohio and Great Parks of Hamilton County we are lucky enough to be included!

Winter Solstice: Celebrations of the Darkest Day of the Year

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The winter solstice is when we have our longest night of the year. It has been celebrated for thousands of years by cultures all over the world, and many still celebrate it today. Why would we celebrate the darkest time of the year, and what the celebrations have looked like? Nature Interpreter Lisa shares how the winter solstice was traditionally celebrated across the globe.

Spectacular Spiders with Special Skills

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Spiders are one of the most successful predators among invertebrates. Nature Interpreter Connor shares all about a few spider species and the unique ways they catch their prey.

A Walk in the Park: Trails for Pups

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Hitting the trails with your dog is a great way to connect with nature. Nature Interpreter Veronica shares some Great Parks trails to enjoy and a few tips for visiting parks with your dogs – whatever the season may be.

A squirrel looks through some forest floor debris; it is looking at the camera.

Growing Together: Woodlawn Snacks

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Fall is fading into winter and our crops are fighting off frost! The Growing Together team shares what the last crops of the season are and how to put a garden to bed for winter.

A barred owl sits on a tree branch in Winton Woods. It is snowing.

Top 10 False Nature Narratives

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There are many common nature beliefs our culture holds to be true. However, some of those beliefs are old playground myths. Nature Interpreter Paul shares his top 10 nature narratives that may surprise you to learn they’re actually false.

A little brown bat hangs from a crack on the outside of a building.

Little Brown Bats & White-Nose Syndrome

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Once thought to be one of the most common bat species in Ohio, the little brown bat’s population has dramatically decreased. Nature Interpreter Connor shares where you may spy these amazing creatures and what you can do to help Ohio bats.