Journey With Nature

Whether it's to help wake you up in the morning or keep you up at night, a good cup of coffee is an important part of many people's daily routine. Though we say we need it, it is truly a necessity to the some eighty countries that produce it.

Attractive as the evergreen winter creeper may seem, it has the capability of choking out native species where it can establish itself.

There are many species that make the deep sleep through the cold winter months, but the Blanding's turtle takes hibernation to a different level.

The Christmas Fern is a native, woodland plant that has been synonymous with the holiday season for centuries.

Winter is upon us and while many stay bundled up at home there are those who are excited to play outdoors in the snow. For many families that mean a trip to Pokagon State Park in northeastern Indiana for the scenery and the toboganning!

Many non-native plants pose significant threats to natural areas due to their use in landscaping. Japanese barberry is one such bullying plant.

Many people drive along State Road 60 between Salem and Mitchell in southern Indiana and never realize a large lush forest is just out of view. Yet there, among the forested hills, is where you'll find Twin Creek Valley Nature Preserve.

With all the leaves and leftover plant debris in the garden, fall is the perfect time to begin composting.

The Nature Conservancy believes that reducing emissions from deforestation and degradation - a strategy known as REDD - is a powerful tool against climate change while protecting forests and biodiversity around the world.

What fruit looks like a cross between an orange and a tomato? Why Indiana's favorite fall fruit, the persimmon, of course!

Cycling has become quite popular in recent years and many Hoosiers are happily taking up the sport. Though many may not realize it, Indiana is a great state for cyclists. Its varied terrains and beautiful scenery really makes Indiana a perfect place to pedal.

Looking for some great autumn color, but not a fan of the big crowds it attracts? Then head over to Hitz-Rhodehamel Preserve in Brown County where the leaves are just as colorful and the crowds aren't a problem.

Autumn is here and is announcing itself in its usual brilliantly-colored way. Fortunately for Hoosiers, many of us can watch this incredible display from our own backyards.

Known as the Indiana banana, the fruit of the pawpaw tree is a unique and unusual treat found in the Hoosier state.

Did you know you can design a beautiful landscape in your own backyard and help protect our rivers, lakes and streams at the same time? A rain garden helps protect our waters while providing a great benefit to your yard as well.

The Hoosier National Forest is one of Indiana's grandest natural treasures. Boasting more than 200,000 acres over nine South Central counties, it is the largest recreational and protected area in the state.

Marion Thomas Jackson: a lifelong naturalist, conservationist, educator and Hoosier.

Portland Arch Nature Preserve in Fountain County is a unique find in Indiana. Known for its sandstone gorge and natural bridge carved into the rock, Portland Arch is certainly worth the trip.

Of all the bodies of water found in Indiana, approximately 126,000 acres contain some level of Euarasian watermilfoil, a aquatic invasive species destroying native life.

Not all four-legged creatures need lungs to breath. Lungless salamanders are an interesting breed found right here in Indiana.