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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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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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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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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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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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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