Re-purpose your Christmas Tree for Wildlife

PHOTO: Chickadee visiting a home-made birdseed ornament.
If you’re interested in trying something new this year, or just too drained to drive your tree to a recycling location, consider repurposing your Christmas tree for wildlife.
Many species of birds and small mammals find refuge […]




Crisp, clean air, beautiful colors and falling leaves are some of the hallmarks of Autumn in Northeast Ohio.
Until a few years ago, most area residents under the age of 50 would have been surprised to learn that the Mentor Marsh was once a lush wetland forest. This rich, unique ecosystem was spoiled in the 1960s when salt tailings were