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Most spiders have eight eyes, but not all spiders have good vision.

Following the Forest Preserve District's rules and paying attention to advice from dog experts will help you have an enjoyable and safer experience. Know your dog, stay with your dog and pick up after your dog for the safety and benefit of all involved. 

Skip the middleman and grow plants that birds will eat seeds and fruit from rather than filling your feeders with store-bought seed.

When is a forest preserve something more? State nature preserves are specially designated lands that protect a variety of high-quality natural areas as well as rare and endangered plants and animals. 

Sending your kids outside to play is good for their mental and physical health. 

As you get starry-eyed with visions of how to spruce up your home landscape this year, take some time to consider adding native plants to your yard. 

Sometimes the terms used for baby animals are about as cute as the animals themselves. 

You might not give them a second thought, but there are many reasons we should appreciate the trees that dot the landscape.

Coyote pupping season is underway, so it's important to take steps to prevent potential conflicts.

Situated in the heart of Will County’s Lincoln-Way communities, Hickory Creek Preserve is a favorite of many people because of how accessible it is for area residents.

Trees are disappearing at alarming rates, but don't think your actions are too small to make a difference. Planting a tree at home will have long-lasting positive effects on you and the world around you.

It's bluebell season, so brush up on these spring beauties before planning a trip to see them in bloom.

Birds will build their nests out of just about anything they can find, but is it OK to leave materials out for them to use?

Populations are dropping as fish face increasing human threats.

The more you know about these creatures, the more you will love them.

The wildlife you see in the preserves and elsewhere is just that — wild. The preserves aren't petting zoos, and people should not touch or otherwise handle animals they encounter.