A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a … [Read more...] about Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
Exercise and Fitness
Finding Your Way Through Grief: What to Expect from Yourself and Others
It might be better to think of grief as a swinging pendulum rather than specific stages that every person will go through as they process their loss, says Amy Sloboda, manager of the Grief Counseling Center of Hosparus Health. There may be occasions in the grieving process when … [Read more...] about Finding Your Way Through Grief: What to Expect from Yourself and Others
What’s Left To Explore? – Your Limits
Explore Your Limits Exploring an interest always pushes a person out of their comfort zone, whether it is learning astrophotography, how to fly or sail, or the distinctive song of a Golden Swamp Warbler. But sometimes the thing you take an interest in is your own body. At … [Read more...] about What’s Left To Explore? – Your Limits
Take The Grandkids On A Spring Flower Hike
This spring, plan some family time in the great outdoors – coat-free and ready to soak up some vitamin D! According to the National Park Service, walking in nature improves mood, self-esteem, and relaxation. And one-on-one grandkid/grandparent time spent in the sunshine walking … [Read more...] about Take The Grandkids On A Spring Flower Hike
Thin Skin: Handle With Care
Aging is the biggest culprit behind skin that sags, wrinkles, and even tears. “Over time, your body loses collagen and elastin which results in less support for the skin,” says Shannon McAllister, board-certified dermatologist with Associates in Dermatology. Factors such as … [Read more...] about Thin Skin: Handle With Care