Did you know science, technology, engineering and math are all also a part of the natural world? Join us every week for Mad Science Mondays where we’ll delve into how you can see STEM in action in nature.

Want to create a nature journal with your child? Grab some paper and a pencil, step out the front door and use this prompt.

With three-pronged thorns that can be up to 6 inches long, the honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) is one of the more ominous-looking trees of our area. However, if you look closely, these thorns are a curiosity. For starters, the thorns are only found on the trunk. Upon further inspection, they start growing about 5 feet […]

Our native Northern Catalpa seems to demand the attention of anyone near it. Just like the people that always seem to be talking about themselves and need our full attention, this Catalpa lacks humility!