Nature Photography Class with Nate Smith

Sylvan Prairie Park Through the Lens: Birds, Insects & Hidden Wildlife

Nature in Our Backyard: Ep. 3 In Episode 3 of Nature in Our Backyard, Outdoor Sylvania Community Parks director Erika Buri sits down at Sylvan Prairie Park with birder and nature photographer George Sydlowski to talk about the digital tools birders use, the incredible wildlife that’s returned to this former farm field, and where to […]

Explore More with John Page, Rechel Bresler, and Zayna

Behind the Scenes of the Sylvania Summer Market: A Conversation with the People Who Make It Happen The Sylvania Summer Market has become one of the area’s most loved outdoor traditions—bringing together local makers, food vendors, families, and community partners for a day that celebrates everything unique about Sylvania. In this episode of Outdoor Sylvania, […]

Nature in Our Backyard: Native Plant Landscaping

Tips for Native Plant Gardening 🎙️ This article accompanies our latest podcast episode featuring native gardening experts. Listen to the full conversation using the player above to hear firsthand tips, personal stories, and in-depth advice from practitioners in the field. Creating a native plant garden is one of the most impactful steps a homeowner can […]

Explore More with John Page and David Topoleski

Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Olander Park in Sylvania, Ohio By Outdoorsylvania | Explore More Podcast Series 🎙️ This article accompanies an episode of Explore More, hosted by John Page, featuring guest David Topoleski. Listen to the full episode for an insider’s guide to everything Olander Park has to offer — from facilities […]

Explore More with John Page and Lori Mahoney

From Frost to Spring: What’s Happening at Outdoor Sylvania There’s a particular kind of energy that comes with the first warm days after a long Ohio winter, and at Outdoor Sylvania, we feel it in every corner of our parks and trails. The frost is lifting, the trails are waking up, and our team has […]

Why Northwest Ohio’s Landscape Is Globally Rare | Nature in Our Backyard

Nature in Our Backyard: Episode 1 -Globally Rare Discovering the Hidden Ecological Treasures of Northwest Ohio In this inaugural episode of our podcast series, we delve into the rich ecological tapestry of Northwest Ohio, specifically the Oak Openings region. Join Erica Buri and local ecologist Todd Crail as they unveil the fascinating natural history and […]