Carolina Jessamine: The Resilient Yellow Vine

Pretty yellow flowers grow on a small, thin, dark green vine. This vine can take over any plant, tree, or shed if left alone for a long enough period of time. The edge of the woods near our house used to be covered in these vines. That changed when the local electric company arrived. They…

Spring Beauty

Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica)! They’re one of the first wildflowers to pop up and signal spring’s arrival in our region. I spotted this tiny beauty peeking out from the leaf litter on our hike today.  Tiny bloom of white petals with pink stripes.  Small, delicate, and doesn’t bloom for too long and then it’s gone.

Pineapple Goodness

Pineapple goodness right from my backyard.   I sprouted the top several years ago, and it finally gave a little something back.   It was delicious too!

Stay Safe Outdoors This Storm Season

As hurricane season and severe weather increase, a NOAA Weather Radio is essential for outdoor safety. It provides real-time alerts in remote areas when cell service fails. With multiple charging options, these radios keep you informed, helping you seek shelter and avoid dangerous conditions. Investing in one enhances your safety during outdoor activities.

Light Through the Alder Grove — July 4th

There’s something sacred about the quiet hush of early morning—when the world hasn’t quite woken up, leaf blowers are quiet, and the sun light filters softly through the trees like a quiet promise. This morning, on the Fourth of July, I stepped outside with a cup of iced coffee in hand. Even in the early…