Jun 10, 2026 | Newsletter
By Gwen Hoogendoorn, Board President-Ohio Wildlife Rehabilitators Association While licensed wildlife rehabilitators encourage people to “put the baby back” there are instances where this is either not practical or the animal may require medical intervention. Here...
May 13, 2026 | Newsletter
By Jessica Algoo Your furry friend’s carbon pawprint might be bigger than you think. With millions of dogs and cats in the United States alone, our beloved pets consume a significant amount of resources. As the world grows increasingly eco-conscious, sustainable...
Apr 18, 2026 | Newsletter
By A.J. Renneker Spring has sprung! And, more importantly, so has planting season. All of the foods that make summer and fall so enticing—apples, tomatoes, watermelons, and even pumpkins–are just over the horizon. But, as we prepare to plant all of our food, our...
Mar 25, 2026 | Newsletter
By Zach Hagen There is a diverse array of amphibians native to Ohio, ranging from salamanders to frogs and toads. There are currently five amphibians labeled as endangered by the Ohio Division of Wildlife, one of them being the Blue-spotted salamander (Ambystoma...
Mar 25, 2026 | Newsletter
By Alice Henry “Was that a hawk??” It was a little after sunset on a Wednesday, and my husband and I had just returned home from dinner. We had seen a brief flash through our kitchen window of what may have been a large tan bird. We don’t usually see hawks in our...
Mar 13, 2026 | Newsletter
By A.J. Renneker Seven miles west of downtown Troy, Ohio, sits a nature center that offers valuable resources to its patrons. Brukner Nature Center, just off of Horseshoe Bend Road, opens its to over 130,000 visitors annually. Year-round, guests can come experience,...
