Malinda Hartong is a local freelance photojournalist with over 20 years of full-time staff and freelance experience. She knows that getting the perfect shot in winter can be difficult. Read on for Malinda’s top five photography tips for capturing the best winter shots.

Don’t let cold temperatures keep you inside! We’ve gathered tips from our adventure experts to help you plan your next winter hike.

Now is the time to get outside and enjoy the changing leaves before they’re gone. What’s a better way to go leaf-peeping than on a hike in your favorite park? Check out our list of top hiking trails for viewing fall colors.

Cooler temperatures mean fall has officially arrived! But that doesn’t mean it’s time to retreat indoors. Great Parks nature interpreters, conservation & parks staff and golf staff list the tops ways you can enjoy the beauty of fall colors this season.

Why are native plants so important to local wildlife? There are countless benefits to planting native species, but one you may not have thought of is that planting native species actually helps restore natural habitats.

We’ve put together a list of trails and park spots that are perfect to explore, get your exercise in or find somewhere you can just kick back and relax in nature.

If you haven’t been out to our trails recently, now is the time to go. Ohio’s woodland wildflowers are putting on their spectacular display. If you haven’t heard of blue-eyed Mary, this wildflower is a sight to see!

Both avid hikers and casual walkers can agree that there is always a new trail to explore. We’ve rounded up a few apps and websites that can help take your hike to the next level.