Journey With Nature

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Purchasing Sustainable Coffee Jan 11, 2010

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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.

Winter Creeper Jan 04, 2010

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

The Blanding's Turtle Dec 28, 2009

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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.

A Fern for the Holidays: The Christmas Fern Dec 21, 2009

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

Tobogganing at Pokagon State Park Dec 14, 2009

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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!

Japanese Barberry - An Invasive Shrub Dec 07, 2009

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

Twin Creek Valley Nature Preserve Nov 30, 2009

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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.

Don't Trash it - Compost! Nov 16, 2009

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

Forest Conservation and REDD Nov 09, 2009

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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.

Persimmons - Indiana's Favorite Fall Fruit Nov 02, 2009

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