Keeping up with the Jones’
The fourth Great Parks’ Bass Series tournament of 2017, presented by Bass Pro Shops, was held at Winton Woods Lake on Sunday, July 9. The father and son team of Mike and Brent Jones set… Keeping up with the Jones’
Fishing Report: June 2017
Sharon Woods Bass Series On June 10, Great Parks hosted its third Bass Series tournament of the year at Sharon Woods. We had good weather and a full field of 24 boats in the tournament.… Fishing Report: June 2017
Ladybug, ladybug where have you gone?
If I asked you to draw a picture of a ladybug, could you do it? The ladybug is easily one of the most recognizable insects in the world. In many cultures across the globe, it… Ladybug, ladybug where have you gone?
What’s in a name?
The raccoon is a very unique animal. Its behavior and look are so interesting, that people took raccoons from their native home in North America and released them in Europe where they can now be… What’s in a name?
Variety is the Spice of Life
Each Great Park has its own maintenance crew to handle day-to-day tasks, such as cutting the grass, cleaning picnic areas and getting rid of trash in our parks. What most people don’t know is that… Variety is the Spice of Life
Discovery Agents at Work in Sharon Woods
As a Great Parks’ naturalist for the past 18 years, one thing I have noticed lately is how difficult it can be to pull children and adults away from electronic devices long enough to enjoy… Discovery Agents at Work in Sharon Woods
Father and Son Team Win Big in Bass Series
Steve and Matt Wheeler of Cincinnati, Ohio, were the winners of the Great Parks’ Bass Series Tournament sponsored by Bass Pro Shop on Saturday, May 20, 2017. The 2016 Bass Anglers of The Year once… Father and Son Team Win Big in Bass Series
When It Rains, It Pours
Park maintenance is never dull. One day our staff may be repairing a broken toilet and the next we’re laying sod at the dog park. Then there are days when Mother Nature decides what we… When It Rains, It Pours