Great Parks | Great Stories

Is that rock you found just a rock or is it a fossil in disguise? Next time you hit the trail, use this guide to help you find fossils from the Ordovician Period.

We’re giving you a new kind of backyard challenge! Have you spied violets in your yard? You can turn these purple flowers into a syrup for different food and drinks.

As we navigate uncertain times, nature remains ever constant. And parks have been an enjoyable getaway. Consider making a wildflower scavenger hunt part of your next outdoor adventure.

We have identified six invasive species that you can see signs of this spring. Ohio has many different types of invasive plants, but these are ones most obvious and are certainly on the top of the list. Where have you seen these invasive plants before?

The seasons are definitely changing in Southwest Ohio. Can you find these emerging signs of spring in our newest scavenger hunt?

Spring has brought beautiful wildflowers to Hamilton County! We’ve put together a scavenger hunt you can do in your favorite park or on your neighborhood walk.