Greenfield Outdoor Adventures

09/02/2026

Have you seen either of these remarkably similar butterflies?

Monarchs and viceroys are one of nature's most famous cases of mistaken identity, and honestly, most people never notice the difference until it's pointed out to them.

At first glance the two butterflies look nearly identical. Both have bright orange wings crisscrossed with black lines and dotted with white spots along the edges. This is not a coincidence. It is one of the best documented examples of mimicry in the insect world.

Next time you spot an orange and black butterfly in the garden, take a second look at that hindwing. Is it a monarch or a viceroy? Viceroys have the black line across the hindwing. Monarchs do not. Both species are absolutely beautiful and are a joy to behold!

08/24/2026

Get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather on the Paint Creek Recreational Trail! I’m looking forward to seeing the recent improvements.

🌱 We are so excited to announce that the is officially open!! Go have fun on this beautiful day! ☀️🚲🚲🚲

💚We thank you for all your patience and ask that you keep an eye out for a truck or two as we tidy things up!

07/22/2026

For our final Wednesday in the Woods, I was joined by a wonderful group of New Directions students as we explored Greene County’s Clifton Gorge and Cedar Cliff Falls in the Indian Mound Reserve. The students also enjoyed some ice cream at Young’s Dairy in Yellow Springs. The weather was absolutely perfect!

07/08/2026

I was joined by a great group of New Directions students for Wednesday in the Woods. We explored the Rocky Fork Gorge on the Kameland Trail in the Highlands Nature Sanctuary.

06/24/2026

I enjoyed a scenic hike at Cliff Run nature preserve with a great group of New Directions students! Check out www.ndym.org to find out more about New Directions youth ministry. It’s one of my favorite organizations in the world!

06/04/2026

I enjoyed our first Wednesday in the Woods with a great group of students from New Directions Youth Ministry. We explored the beautiful Barrett Rim trail in the Highlands Nature Sanctuary.

05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day! 🐢

05/18/2026

Since it’s National Bike Safety Month, here is some good advice for all e-bike enthusiasts. Stay safe, be courteous, and use common sense.

E-bikes and e-scooters are growing in popularity, and they can be a convenient way to get around. Before you ride, know the laws in your area and always ride at a safe speed.

Parents, ensure your kids know how to operate their device properly.

Learn more: https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/traveling/bicycling-and-pedestrians/resources/ebikes

04/10/2026

Have you visited Cedar Bog near Urbana, Ohio? I highly recommend it!

Cedar Bog Nature Preserve was the first nature preserve in Ohio purchased with state money and is considered by many to be Ohio’s premiere natural area. Cedar Bog is a National Natural Landmark, one of only twenty-five in the state of Ohio – recognized for its national significance. It ranks the highest of any site among all others in the state on the Ohio Floristic Diversity Index for its great diversity of plants.

Visit https://www.cedarbognp.org/ to learn more.

04/04/2026

The Trillium are in full bloom at the Highlands Nature Sanctuary!