March in Ohio means muddy trails, salamander migrations, maple syrup festivals, and the first signs that spring is finally waking up. Here’s what nature nerds should look for outside this month.
Author: MeghanH
Just a girl who loves the outdoors. Leisure hiker, biker, kayaker, camper. NP Junkie, Tree Hugger, GenX, Organic Gardener, Sober by choice.
Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Ohio’s Sweetest Spring Tradition
Visit the Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival in Ohio and see how maple sap becomes syrup. Explore the sugar shack, ride draft horse wagons, meet farm animals, and learn the science behind maple season.
How to See the Spotted Salamander Migration in Brecksville Reservation (Ohio’s Wildest Spring Event)
Picture this: it's a dark, rainy spring night in Brecksville Reservation. You're standing on a quiet stretch of road with a flashlight in one hand and rain slowly working its way down the back of your collar. You're wet. You're questioning your life choices. The woods are silent except for dripping leaves and the occasional… Continue reading How to See the Spotted Salamander Migration in Brecksville Reservation (Ohio’s Wildest Spring Event)
Great Lakes Loop Road Trip: Days 4–5 – Exploring Wisconsin Dells and Mirror Lake State Park
Canyons, crowds, and concession stands... Wisconsin Dells reminded me that sometimes even the “must-see” spots are better seen once. Wisconsin Dells had all the makings of a highlight — sculpted sandstone cliffs, winding river canyons, and the promise of adventure. But reality checked in fast. Two days of overpriced everything, endless crowds, and a campground… Continue reading Great Lakes Loop Road Trip: Days 4–5 – Exploring Wisconsin Dells and Mirror Lake State Park
How to Make Elderberry Syrup at Home for Natural Immune Support
Elderberry is a staple in this house, but as I’ve been on a quest to keep things as clean and homemade as possible, this year I decided to make my own. It turns out, elderberry syrup is super easy to make in your own kitchen. A handful of simple ingredients, a little time, and you’ve… Continue reading How to Make Elderberry Syrup at Home for Natural Immune Support
Calm the Wild Within: Reduce Cortisol Naturally and Find Peace, Stillness, and Balance When Stressed
Cortisol is your body’s built-in alarm system, meant to protect you — until stress turns it into overdrive. This guide will help you calm the wild within by reducing cortisol naturally and finding peace, stillness, and balance again.
Great Lakes Loop Roadtrip: Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan – Day 3 – Milwaukee, WI’s Lakefront & Historic Third Ward
Day 3 brought us north into Milwaukee, and it didn’t take long for us to realize this was our kind of city. The pace felt relaxed, the people were welcoming, and there was a balance of creativity and comfort that just clicked. Milwaukee reminded me a lot of Cleveland, which instantly made it feel like… Continue reading Great Lakes Loop Roadtrip: Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan – Day 3 – Milwaukee, WI’s Lakefront & Historic Third Ward
Eco-Friendly Laundry Soap: Affordable and Customizable
Simple, affordable, and surprisingly effective One of my favorite ways to save money (and skip the wasteful plastic jugs) is by making my own laundry soap. It takes less than 3 minutes, uses just a handful of ingredients, and honestly, it works better than store-bought. Bonus, you can customize the scent so your clothes smell… Continue reading Eco-Friendly Laundry Soap: Affordable and Customizable
Great Lakes Loop Roadtrip: Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan – Day 2: Chicago, IL Big City Icons & Butterbeer Dreams
A Big City Adventure Day 2 of our Great Lakes road trip was all about embracing the bustle. We landed in downtown Chicago early and crammed a lot into the day - iconic landmarks, a little fandom magic, overrated food, and topped it off with a perfect view of the lake a top the Navy… Continue reading Great Lakes Loop Roadtrip: Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan – Day 2: Chicago, IL Big City Icons & Butterbeer Dreams
From Canada to Mexico: Monarch Migration Through Ohio’s Lake Erie Shore
Every fall, one of the most magical migrations in the world sweeps quietly through Ohio: millions of monarch butterflies fluttering south on their 3,000-mile journey from Canada to the mountains of central Mexico. These tiny travelers weigh less than a single coffee bean, yet they cross a continent powered by instinct and the pull of… Continue reading From Canada to Mexico: Monarch Migration Through Ohio’s Lake Erie Shore
She is Wild & Free 