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Endangered Species Quilt Exhibition Opens June 19 at Four Visitor Centers

Splish Splash! Forest Preserve Launches Summer Paddling Programs

'Coexisting with Wildlife' Section Debuts on Website

Destruction Not Allowed: Don’t Tamper with Nature or Use Preserves as Dumping Grounds

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Nature Exploration Kits Provide A 'Bit of Fun In A Box'

01/08/2019

Educational resource loan kits provide tools, books, specimens and learning guides on 11 nature topics.

Weber Family's 'Happy Place': Hiking at Hammel Woods

12/28/2018

After a health scare two years ago, the Webers cherish their nature outings now more than ever before.

Army Corps, State Contribute $591,000 for Restoration Efforts

11/27/2018

The infusion of funds will accelerate efforts to return forest preserve acreage to its natural state.

Woodchuck Mascot Branches Out with New Website

11/16/2018

Kids of all ages can discover more about nature and the world around them by visiting willyswilderness.org.

Forest Preserve's Digital Marketing Efforts Earn National Award

07/19/2018

The award recognizes the Forest Preserve's enhanced social media and website offerings, which have drastically increased public engagement.

A primer for bringing your pooch to a preserve

05/18/2018

Follow these rules to protect your pup and the preserves.

Heartbreaking Egret Photo Another Reminder of Dangers of Improperly Disposed of Fishing Line

04/23/2018

We have an urgent plea for everyone: Please properly dispose of fishing line.

Hump Day Afternoon Paddle

06/16/2021 4:00 PM

Celebrate hump day by kayaking Whalon Lake!

The Buzz on Bees (Zoom webinar)

06/16/2021 6:00 PM

June 21 through 27 is National Pollinator Week, and you can celebrate by learning about bees, a beneficial and often misunderstood pollinator.

What's the Difference?: Common Snapping Turtle vs. Alligator Snapping Turtle

6/9/2021

Common snapping turtle or alligator snapping turtle? In Will County, the answer is easy.

It's Lightning Bug Season, So Be On The Lookout For These Incredible Creatures

6/8/2021

Catching lightning bugs is a summer rite of passage. But do you know how these bugs light up? Or why?