Archives for "nature"

At Home: Cozy Comfort in a Small Space

At Home: Cozy Comfort in a Small Space

9 Anne / February 6, 2011 1:00 pm

Many of you know Mandy Henderson as Columbus Underground’s resident Nature Enthusiast. You might have followed her wonderful series, This Month in the Ohio Woods, made cold cream with her, or talked about green methods of cleaning. Recently, she landed… [Read More]

New Audubon Center Nears Completion

New Audubon Center Nears Completion

15 Walker / July 14, 2009 1:15 pm

Construction on the area around the new Grange Insurance Audubon Center has been over three years in the making, and the long wait is about to finally pay off. The new conservation and nature center will be hosting their Grand… [Read More]

Close to Columbus: Trip to Hocking Hills

Close to Columbus: Trip to Hocking Hills

23 Anne / June 19, 2009 8:05 am

For those of us looking for ways to save money this summer, but still have a fun vacation, we are introducing a new feature about road trips that are Close to Columbus. Hocking Hills is one such place. It is… [Read More]

This Month in the Ohio Woods: June

This Month in the Ohio Woods: June

6 Walker / June 9, 2009 5:26 pm

“The State of Ohio, containing about 40,000 square miles, was once a magnificent hardwood forest. The forest types, thanks to the records of early surveyors, have been largely mapped. Yet it is almost impossible to form an adequate picture, from… [Read More]

Reminder: New Cocktails at the Conservatory Policy

Reminder: New Cocktails at the Conservatory Policy

7 Walker / June 9, 2009 7:57 am

Just passing along a brief bit of information in regards to Franklin Park Conservatory’s well-received “Cocktails @ the Conservatory” program, which takes place each and every Thursday evening from 5:30 to 10 pm. This event is essentially a weekly one… [Read More]

This Month in the Ohio Woods: May

This Month in the Ohio Woods: May

1 Submitted News / May 21, 2009 12:07 pm

May is the month when, even in the city, one can feel the best of the forest. Our particular forest. The canopy has closed in, and everywhere is exuberant greenery, still lush with spring moisture. Life abounds upon itself. Every… [Read More]

Photography Contest for Hocking Hills

Photography Contest for Hocking Hills

1 Cedarfalls / April 16, 2009 3:35 pm

Hocking Hills State Park is hosting their annual Shoot the Hills photography contest on April 18, 19 & 20. The event is a unique 24-hour photography competition encompassing four Ohio counties: Hocking, Athens, Fairfield, and Vinton. The contest is open to all… [Read More]

This Month in the Ohio Woods: April

This Month in the Ohio Woods: April

6 Submitted News / April 3, 2009 9:30 am

In Columbus, there’s a lot of buzz about greener living, local pride and sustainability. But I’ve yet to meet many Ohioans who have more than a passing familiarity with the fabric of Ohio herself. What’s she made of? What kind… [Read More]

Construction Update on The Audubon Center

Construction Update on The Audubon Center

4 Walker / March 30, 2009 11:20 am

From The Riot Act: Nature Notes: Whittier Peninsula construction update By John Ross Construction of a new urban nature center on the Whittier Peninsula is coming along well, and plans for a late spring opening seem within reach. The Grange… [Read More]

This Month in the Ohio Woods: March

8 Mandy Henderson / March 10, 2009 10:13 am

In Columbus, there’s a lot of buzz about greener living, local pride and sustainability. But I’ve yet to meet many Ohioans who have more than a passing familiarity with the fabric of Ohio herself. What’s she made of? What kind… [Read More]

Bending Nature at The Franklin Park Conservatory

Bending Nature at The Franklin Park Conservatory

6 Walker / October 4, 2008 1:58 pm

On Thursday, I had the pleasure of attending the preview of the new Bending Nature exhibit at the Franklin Park Conservatory. This new installation includes works by 15 artists including Dorothy Gill Barnes (Columbus), David Byrne (NYC), Dennis Oppenheim (NYC),… [Read More]

Alive’s Green Issue Hits Newsstands Today

1 John Ross / October 18, 2007 2:56 pm

For anyone in Columbus looking for ideas on how to decrease their impact on the environment, be sure to check out this week’s Alive. In it, you’ll find: – an interview with Cathy Tiffany, a local family woman who has… [Read More]

Columbus Audubon gives $100,000 to Whittier center

0 Walker / April 13, 2007 10:21 am

Columbus Audubon gives $100,000 to Whittier center Thursday, April 12, 2007 By SUE HAGAN ThisWeek Staff Writer The Grange Insurance Audubon Center, which will be built in the Whittier Peninsula Metro Park, has received another donation — this one from… [Read More]