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.
This hike was on one of those days when it is easy to believe in the promise of spring and all it will deliver.
With so many trails to choose from, there are ample sights to be seen in this preserve on the eastern edge of Will County.
Instead of staying home during this cold snap, dog owners are finding the Forest Preserve's new Be a Trailblazer experience is a wonderful motivation to get outside.
A trails at Hadley Valley are perfect for a hike in any season and may make you feel like you've been transported back in time.
Rock Run Preserve is in a busy and populated spot in Will County’s largest city, so you are never too far from the hustle and bustle when you hit the trails here.
How much time should you spend outdoors? Use the 20-5-3 rule as a guide.
Tom Scott of Crete is giving thanks for the people in his life who pushed him to start walking as he was recovering from cancer.
Barbara Collins, a Bolingbrook retiree, turned to nature and her history with plants to find a new purpose in life.
A new kayak rental station is available for public use at Lake Chaminwood Preserve in Channahon. Patrons can download the Rent.Fun app to pay for the kayaks.
Isle a la Cache Museum has four new colorful backpacks chock full of activities and helpful nature information that will guide outdoor exploration.
Beecher resident John Keslin talks about how he's still having fun playing the harmonica in nature, even though he is facing serious health issues.
An all-terrain wheelchair is available for public use at no cost at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
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.
This hike was on one of those days when it is easy to believe in the promise of spring and all it will deliver.
With so many trails to choose from, there are ample sights to be seen in this preserve on the eastern edge of Will County.
Instead of staying home during this cold snap, dog owners are finding the Forest Preserve's new Be a Trailblazer experience is a wonderful motivation to get outside.
A trails at Hadley Valley are perfect for a hike in any season and may make you feel like you've been transported back in time.
Rock Run Preserve is in a busy and populated spot in Will County’s largest city, so you are never too far from the hustle and bustle when you hit the trails here.
How much time should you spend outdoors? Use the 20-5-3 rule as a guide.
Tom Scott of Crete is giving thanks for the people in his life who pushed him to start walking as he was recovering from cancer.
Barbara Collins, a Bolingbrook retiree, turned to nature and her history with plants to find a new purpose in life.
A new kayak rental station is available for public use at Lake Chaminwood Preserve in Channahon. Patrons can download the Rent.Fun app to pay for the kayaks.
Isle a la Cache Museum has four new colorful backpacks chock full of activities and helpful nature information that will guide outdoor exploration.
Beecher resident John Keslin talks about how he's still having fun playing the harmonica in nature, even though he is facing serious health issues.
An all-terrain wheelchair is available for public use at no cost at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
Experience the prairies and woods and Riverview Farmstead like never before while trick-or-treating.
Start your Saturday by slowing down and reconnecting with nature with a guided mindfulness session followed by a peaceful hike.
It's not too early to start thinking about next year's flower gardens. In fact, if you're thinking about adding more native plants to your landscape, now is the time to sow the seeds so they germinate come spring.
Put down the rake. You can feel good about leaving your leaves wherever they fall. Letting them be is actually better for the environment.
Pumpkins are popping up everywhere these days, but once Halloween is over, don't just pitch your pumpkins. You can put them to good use instead.