Katie Venit

  • Why is That?: Neat-o Mosquito

    Why is That?: Neat-o Mosquito

    Neat-o Mosquito is the first of my regular columns in Chippewa Valley Family Magazine. I’ve always enjoyed science and have long wanted to be a science writer. I’ve also enjoyed writing for my children, so a science column for kids seemed like a perfect fit. I’ve long wondered how insects survive the winter, so this…

  • Haleakala

    Haleakala

    Experience has taught me to be wary when my twin sister, Beth, proposes a “trip of a lifetime.” These generally include heights, poisonous reptiles, extreme temperatures, and lots of gear. A few years ago, Beth and my brother Chris hiked into and then out of the Grand Canyon in three days. I declined to join…