Follow along this year on a series of adventures through the preserves designed to showcase all they have to offer.
Jenny Dinelli of Braidwood is training at Kankakee Sands Preserve for a 125-mile trail race inspired by the place she calls her “gift.”
Your go-to destination for stunning fall colors.
Enjoy a walk where fall's surprises await.
Follow along with us on a seasonal hike through through Prairie Bluff Preserve, a pocket of natural space surrounded by the region's hallmarks.
Looking for a reason to it the trails and stretch your legs on a hike? Here are a few.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer experience wrapped up with participants winning prizes and making memories.
Wander through this prairie preserve, where wildflowers bloom and summer stillness surrounds you.
Liz Lyons of New Lenox has turned the Forest Preserve District’s Be a Trailblazer challenge into a fun-filled family tradition.
Monee Reservoir is among the most popular Will County preserves — a great place to spend some time fishing or out on the water in a boat. As popular as it may be, it’s probably a little underrated when it comes to hiking.
The preserves in the southern portion of Will County offer a welcome shift in surroundings thanks to the sandy soil found in the area.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer challenge is underway. Join today to discover, explore and engage with nature. The challenge runs through Aug. 9 and features thousands of dollars in randomly awarded prizes for participation.
The most recent upgrades at the preserve allow visitors to see even more of the preserve and explore it in new ways.
Dirt trails. Spring wildflowers. Primitive campsites. Everything you love about the outdoors, all in one place.
Bluebells in bloom steal the show at this preserve, but they are far from the only thing worth seeing.
This preserve is a perfect place to savor nature’s quiet beauty and early wildflowers.
Follow along this year on a series of adventures through the preserves designed to showcase all they have to offer.
Jenny Dinelli of Braidwood is training at Kankakee Sands Preserve for a 125-mile trail race inspired by the place she calls her “gift.”
Your go-to destination for stunning fall colors.
Enjoy a walk where fall's surprises await.
Follow along with us on a seasonal hike through through Prairie Bluff Preserve, a pocket of natural space surrounded by the region's hallmarks.
Looking for a reason to it the trails and stretch your legs on a hike? Here are a few.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer experience wrapped up with participants winning prizes and making memories.
Wander through this prairie preserve, where wildflowers bloom and summer stillness surrounds you.
Liz Lyons of New Lenox has turned the Forest Preserve District’s Be a Trailblazer challenge into a fun-filled family tradition.
Monee Reservoir is among the most popular Will County preserves — a great place to spend some time fishing or out on the water in a boat. As popular as it may be, it’s probably a little underrated when it comes to hiking.
The preserves in the southern portion of Will County offer a welcome shift in surroundings thanks to the sandy soil found in the area.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer challenge is underway. Join today to discover, explore and engage with nature. The challenge runs through Aug. 9 and features thousands of dollars in randomly awarded prizes for participation.
The most recent upgrades at the preserve allow visitors to see even more of the preserve and explore it in new ways.
Dirt trails. Spring wildflowers. Primitive campsites. Everything you love about the outdoors, all in one place.
Bluebells in bloom steal the show at this preserve, but they are far from the only thing worth seeing.
This preserve is a perfect place to savor nature’s quiet beauty and early wildflowers.
Teachers are invited to Four Rivers Environmental Education Center for a day of adventure, relaxation and fun in appreciation of all they do.
Discover how native plant gardening can help provide wildlife with year-round resources.
Participating in No Mow May isn't just a way to cut down on your yardwork for a month. You'll be helping bees and other essential insects too.
Forget "Snakes on a Plane." There are snakes in Asia that can fly without any help from an aircraft.
When planning your spring plantings, consider incorporating trees that will be a draw for wildlife in the winter too.