The Great Outdoors

“I need to decide on a subject for my next article,” I said to my daughter recently, and she responded, “Write about deer.” The next morning, coincidentally, I saw two whitetail deer, an adult followed by a spindly legged fawn in the field on the ... Read more

I’ve been on the road, traveling with my older daughter as she drove from our home in Indiana to up state New York, to a family gathering. After a few days of reminiscing and visiting, my daughter drove us back to Indiana. As my daughter drove I watched ... Read more

Guaranteed to perk up any part of your garden, flowering plants with their vivid and lush blooms will brighten your garden and your spirit. Enjoy the warmth and beauty of summer flowers by planting a few of our summertime favorites. ... Read more

As the Indiana weather heats up you may find yourself retreating to the pool or near an A/C unit. But don’t forget your plants are also waiting for a cool drink of water! Here are some June gardening tips to keep your plants happy and healthy all ... Read more

UDisc has compiled its list of the top rated courses in each state, and Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Mastodon Disc Golf Course is among the best in Indiana. As a matter of fact, it ranks first for free disc golf courses and second overall. This ... Read more

Indiana residents can fish the state’s public waters without a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6.The two Free Fishing Days kick off National Fishing and Boating Week, June 5-13, a national celebration ... Read more

Tim Hallman with the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, Indiana has been awarded a $4,000 grant from the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (NCR-SARE) for the project, “Seeds Of Change Project.” ... Read more

Colorful and fragrant, lilies have always been one of the most popular perennials at our garden center. With a variety of shapes and sizes, it also makes them one of the most popular flowers in the world—for cut flower arrangements and growing ... Read more

Residents can learn how to install a rain garden and soak up stormwater in their yard by attending an upcoming City Utilities’ Rain Garden Workshop. ... Read more

The INPS statewide Florathon Challenge is a fundraiser, ID challenge, and fun opportunity to help document the blooming times of native wildflowers in your region. The Florathon Challenge runs from April 17 to May 31 this year. All the rules ... Read more

Increase your growing success by giving your transplants a good start with a few simple planting techniques. Preparing them for the transition outdoors and planting properly will help you grow your best garden yet. ... Read more

Nothing says spring like longer days, birds chirping, flowers blooming and trees and shrubs budding. April is National Garden Month and it is a time to celebrate the great American tradition of gardening at home, school, and in the community. ... Read more