Looking for a hidden gem of a park in Porter County? Venture out to Brincka Cross Gardens! With walking trails and beautiful gardens, this park is a must-see spot near you.
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Our September self-guided hike is all about prairies! Stop by Sunset Hill to hike through the prairie and learn lots of fun information along the way.
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Curious about local geology? This hike is all about the geology of Sunset Hill Farm and Northwest Indiana. Check out this awesome map (at the end of this article) that Autumn, a staff Naturalist & Educator, created for you!
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When winter comes to the forest, many things change, especially if you are an animal! Most animals do one of three things to survive the winter: hibernate, migrate or adapt. Let’s go explore what different animals do when winter comes.
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There are examples all around us of technology that has been inspired by the natural world! Last week we shared in a STEM program how computers are an example of biomimicry - a connection between nature and engineering.
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You might not be able to visit one of our parks every day, but you can still get your daily dose of nature by exploring in your own backyard or neighborhood! Here are some ideas of things you can do alone or with your family to get outside and explore nature while still practicing social distancing.
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Keep an eye out—you’ll probably see lots of deer out and about very soon! Have you ever thought about what to do if you run across a fawn (baby deer)? Many people don’t know this, but most of the time we’re supposed to leave fawns alone if we see one outside.
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Angie shows us some cool creepy crawlies that live in the pond at Sunset Hill Farm! Many of the creatures we find in the water sources at Sunset Hill Farm are called macroinvertebrates, which means they don’t have a spine and are small but can still be seen with the naked eye.
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Have you ever seen opossums outside your house? What many don’t know is that they’re actually great for preventing the spread of disease in the wild. Autumn explains what you can do if you run across a baby opossum.
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Looking for ways to fight boredom? It’s easy to spend this time at home feeling bored and unmotivated. Here are some fun and creative ideas and activities that you can do at home to brighten your days.
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Have you ever wondered why our landscape here in Northwest Indiana looks the way it does? Abby shares fun information about the unique geology of Northwest Indiana!
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Ever wonder what to do if you run across a baby bird that might need help? Because birds are such delicate creatures, it can be scary and confusing if you don’t know what to do! Autumn, a Naturalist & Educator, shares what you can do to help.
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Brincka Cross Gardens is filled with daffodils each spring! Learn all about the daffodils at this park and then stop by to see them for yourself.
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Have you ever wondered where snakes go in the winter? To survive the frigid weather, snakes hide away in dens called hibernacula. Read this article to find out what hibernacula are and how snakes make it through the winter.
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Right now we need to treasure the unexpected opportunities of the moment, and one way to do this is to practice gratitude. Practicing gratitude is so important for your wellness and mental health, especially in a time when everyone is facing struggles. Here are some examples of how Becky practices gratitude in her life.
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Not many people know what turtles do to survive during cold weather. Autumn, a Naturalist & Educator for Porter County Parks, shares information about where turtles go and how they survive in the winter.
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Have you been to visit the farm animals at Sunset Hill Farm Park? They enjoy seeing all the park visitors throughout the year, even in the winter and spring. If you haven’t met them yet, this article gives you an idea of what they’re like and lots of fun information about farm animals!
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Spring is here! Our wildlife are starting to make their nests and have their babies. Since you’re probably staying home more often than usual, you’re more likely to come across these animals. It can be very confusing and distressing to find a nest or a young animal on its own, especially when it’s a baby rabbit. We’re sharing some information about these animals and what to do if you find a baby rabbit.
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Feeling the spring cleaning bug and cabin fever? I know that everything is changing right now, but staying home doesn’t mean you should neglect the space around you. Here’s the process that Madison, the Events & Rentals Coordinator, recommends for spring cleaning while at home.
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Need some inspiration in your life during the stay-at-home order? Creative writing exercises are meant to get you out of your comfort zone and express yourself in new ways. Here are some examples of creative writing exercises that are fun and applicable for many different styles of writing.
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