Willy's Wilderness

May 21, 2021
3 min

Climb On Up: Tips For Safe Tree Climbing

Have you ever climbed a tree? It turns out quite a few kids — like 25 percent! — have never scaled a trunk, not even once, according to a...

Apr 20, 2021
2 min

Windy Days Are Made For Play

Spring in the Midwest can really be all over the place, from warm days to rainy days and back to snowy days! It’s great to get outdoors...

Mar 19, 2021
1 min

Head Outside for a Spring Scavenger Hunt

Spring is here! The days are getting longer, and plants and animals are emerging for the new season. Head outside to look for the many...

Feb 5, 2021
3 min

Go Owling Like a Pro

Whooo's out there in the cold winter weather? Owls! They are majestic, beautiful and interesting. When we hear them call out across the...

Jan 15, 2021
2 min

Earth Art Is Art Made In Nature With Nature

Earth art has many names, including Earthworks, land art and environmental art. It is a practice of creating art using natural materials...

Dec 17, 2020
2 min

Celebrate The Season With a Fun Winter Picnic

Don’t let the cold weather scare you; embrace it instead! As long as you are properly prepared, winter picnicking is a rewarding and fun...

Nov 10, 2020
3 min

Gather Round The Fire For Some Outdoor Fun

Fall is all about smells. Just breathe in the crisp air, enjoy the smell of leaves and the best scent of all — smoke in the air. November...

Sep 29, 2020
3 min

October A Perfect Month To Explore The Night Sky

October is the sweet spot of autumn. You probably already have a list of outdoor activities to check off your list: pumpkin patches, corn...

Sep 15, 2020
2 min

Get Cooking With A Sun-Powered Solar Oven

Soak up the last of the summer sun by making scrumptious sweet and savory snacks with your own DIY solar oven! Solar ovens are not only...

Aug 25, 2020
2 min

Sit Back, Relax And Watch The Clouds Roll By

Clouds can be a signal of rain to come or a beautiful day ahead. They can block out the sun completely or complement it as they float...

Jul 21, 2020
2 min

It's National Moth Week. Celebrate By Going Mothing!

Happy National Moth Week! From July 18 to 26, scientists all around the globe encourage everyone to become a citizen scientist and geek...

Jul 7, 2020
3 min

Learn The Science of Shadows While Having Fun

Shadows are created when light hits an object. The object blocks the light, and darkness appears on the other side of the object. This...

Jun 18, 2020
2 min

Head Into The Great Outdoors For Some Painting Fun

Sure, you can paint indoors, but why? There are so many advantages to gathering your supplies and heading outdoors. Of course, being...

May 26, 2020
2 min

Go For The Gold In The Animal Olympics

While the 2020 Summer Olympics have been postponed, there is no reason you can’t participate in your own games at home. You just need to...

May 12, 2020
2 min

Turn Your Next Family Walk Into A Scavenger Hunt

Have you been taking a lot of walks with your family lately? Well, here’s one way to spice it up! Have the entire family join in on this...

May 5, 2020
2 min

Spring A Perfect Time To Go Outside And Do Nothing

Spring is here! It is a busy time of activity. Outside critters are scurrying about, and some birds are returning to the area after...

Apr 9, 2020
2 min

Rain, Rain Please Come And Stay!

We all know April showers bring May flowers. They can also bring new outdoor adventures! Don’t let that rain ruin your day. Embrace it...

Feb 18, 2020
2 min

Plan A Winter Hike To Celebrate The Season

Are you tired of being cooped up inside this winter? Then bundle up and head outside to enjoy the great outdoors! Plan a walk with your...

Feb 7, 2020
2 min

Catching Snowflakes Is A Childhood Rite Of Passage

Please, let it snow! Not everyone loves the snow, but here's to hoping we get a few beautiful snowfalls this winter. And when we do, head...

Jan 10, 2020
3 min

Head Outside For a Winter Nest Quest

Winter is a great chance to discover who moved in to the tree next door. Usually the trees are full of leaves, hiding nests from hungry...