Midwest Gardening, Wildlife & Travel Inspiration

Explore seasonal gardening guides, Midwest travel destinations, wildlife identification, foraging resources, and nature-based living from Wisconsin and beyond.

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From The Garden, Woods & Fields of Wisconsin

I live and create in Wisconsin, and many of my 300+ posts reflect this love of place. Whether you’re here for travel ideas gardening tips, foraging guides, or simply to enjoy a moment of wild beauty, you’ll find a welcoming space to wander, wonder, and grow.

EXPLORE MORE: Gardening / Wildflowers & Weeds / Garden Pests / Midwest Travel / Wildlife / Foraging

EXPLORE MORE: Fruits, Herbs & Veggies / Soil / Flowers / House Plants /

EXPLORE MORE: BEETLES / BUTTERFLY, MOTH, SKIPPER / DAMSELFLIES / FLIES / BIRDS 

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EXPLORE MORE: VEGETABLES / FLOWERS / HOUSEPLANTS / SOIL  / BIRDS 

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Birds & Critters Picture Navigation Menu

I love nature and wildlife – expect plenty of posts on birds, bird recipes, crafts & care, mammals, insects & reptiles, and amphibians.

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ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES: BIRDS / INSECTS  /  WILDFLOWERS 

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Explore The Midwest & Beyond

People spend a great deal of money on travel and exploring other countries. But they often overlook the beautiful places in their state, county, or neighboring county.

Midwest: Wisconsin / Upper Michigan / Minnesota / Ohio / South Dakota / Indiana
Outside The Midwest: Kentucky / Tennessee

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Garden Insects & Pests

Nobody likes them, but at one time or another, we all have them, garden and yard pests. Not all insects are bad for your gardens.

This section will deal with common flower garden and lawn pests. The culprits may raid your gardens and yards, causing havoc by destroying, chewing, and killing your plants.

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ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES: BEETLES / BUTTERFLY, MOTH, SKIPPER / DAMSELFLIES / GARDEN PESTS