Mar 13, 2026 | Grant Recipient Highlight, Newsletter, Wildlife
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,...
Nov 11, 2025 | Newsletter, Wildlife
By A.J. Renneker If you’ve ever spent time outdoors in Ohio, chances are you’ve run across a white-tailed deer. They’re an iconic part of Ohio wildlife, so much so that they were made the official state mammal of Ohio in 1988. White-tailed deer can be found in each of...
Oct 9, 2025 | Newsletter, Wildlife
Think about how you commute to work or how you walk to your favorite local park. On your journey, your brain uses your five main senses to gather sensory information so you can make it safely to your destination. For example, if it’s looking like a foggy morning,...
Jul 22, 2025 | Life with Animals, Newsletter, Wildlife
With summer in full swing, it’s a good time to bring out your hummingbird feeder. For those who already own or are looking to add a feeder to their homes, the process of cleaning the feeder can seem confusing. We’re here to make it simple! First, let’s explore...
Jun 19, 2025 | Newsletter, Wildlife
We humans can be smug about our intelligence. One definition of intelligence is the ability to successfully cope with reality. By that definition, every animal species has its own intelligence edge. After all, when’s the last time you saw a person build a nest out of...
Jan 12, 2024 | Feral Cats, Newsletter, Wildlife
In the middle of cold winter months in Ohio, the temptation for us is to retreat into our homes and stay warm. But for our outdoor animal friends, keeping warm and safe during the winter can look very different. There are many ways we can help outdoor animals get...
