Mushrooms in the Woods Sketch

Journal entry: 6-16-2010 85°F mostly sunny, light breeze Country Lane Woods, Cook County Forest Preserves Zone 6 The mosquitoes are … More

Hike at Little Red Schoolhouse

There are so many treasures to be found while hiking. Let me share with you a secret on how to get the … More

Today I had the chance to be at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights, IL. It has been raining for hours, … More

I’m currently studying to become a Master Naturalist in the state of Illinois, a class which takes us to various … More

This is going to be a step-by-step demonstration on how to do a watercolor sketch. Sketches are quicker and looser … More

Spring wildflowers are in bloom right now on the forest floor, but you have to hurry for they do not … More

Oh boy do I love spring when the birds return! It’s so exciting to see a bird you have never … More

Today I had the chance to hike at Deer Grove Forest Preserves in Palatine, IL. This preserve is a part … More

Sit back and relax, enjoy the sights and sounds from Crooked Creek: play for creek sound I went for a … More

Now I know what you’re thinking…No, I didn’t go to the other side. I am not a squirrel lover. They … More