You’ve followed with Allyson on her gardening adventures this year. But now it’s fall. And fall means it’s time to put your garden to bed. Allyson shares steps for putting a garden to bed and how to harvest what’s left.
This queen rules supreme over crayfish. Just how do queen snakes detect their prey? Nature Interpreter James lets you in on the secret and shares why healthy freshwater ecosystems are important to both species.
Director of Programming Amy can’t help but be fascinated by ruby-throated hummingbirds. These tiny aviators defy logic. How so? Read on as Amy shares more about hummingbird behavior and the feats they accomplish during their migration.
The monarch butterfly is one of the most easily recognized butterflies in North America. Think you know everything there is to know about these winged wonders? Think again! Nature Interpreter Lisa shares facts you didn’t know just in time for the monarch migration.
On a chilly late summer morning at Glenwood Gardens, park guests and staff were treated to some magic. Read on as Nature Interpreter Susan shares more on these miniature visitors.
August 28th marked Great Parks’ first Urban Farming Festival – a free event that celebrated local communities and connected people to nature through hands-on activities, art and music. This year, we highlighted the city of… Here For Connections: Great Parks Hosts First Urban Farming Festival
With summer starting to wind down, it means you can start enjoying your backyard again! Nature Interpreter Paul shares his top five nature activities that you and your family can do to see what critters call your yard home.
It’s last call for honey season! But how do you get the honey from the hive to your table? Read on as Nature Interpreter Ellen takes you through the satisfyingly sweet process of honey harvesting.