Illinois is home to two fox species, the red fox and the gray fox, and telling the difference between them isn't always as easy as looking at the color of their fur.
Take this quiz to see how much you know about this treasured species.
When winter temperatures get really cold, the polar vortex is to blame. But what, exactly, is the polar vortex and why does it sometimes affect our weather.
Think you know our local wildlife? Prove it with this 10-question quiz.
Groundhogs get a lot of attention on Feb. 2, but there's a lot more to these critters than the silly notion that they can predict when winter will end.
Groundhogs aren't just for Groundhog Day, so test your knowledge on Punxsutawney Phil and his many friends.
Winter's wacky weather keeps us on our toes, but before you stock up on salt to keep your driveway and sidewalks clear, make sure you know how much you really need to use.
Show muskrats some love by taking our 10-question quiz. Don't worry; you'll have time to study up before diving in.
On our coldest days people often say "At least it's too cold to snow." Turns out that's not really true. It's never too cold to snow.
Sure you've experienced a few good thunderstorms in your day, but have you ever experienced thundersnow?
Get to know the trumpeter swan, the largest waterfowl species in the world.
Coyotes have the subject of a lot of misinformation, so take our 10-question quiz to see if what you think you know about them is true.
Test your knowledge to see how much you really know about these amazing birds.
Learn all about minks and then see how much you know about these little-known creatures.
Take some time to learn about these woodpeckers then test yourself on a 10-question quiz.
You might see gray squirrels all the time, but how much do you know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
Illinois is home to two fox species, the red fox and the gray fox, and telling the difference between them isn't always as easy as looking at the color of their fur.
Take this quiz to see how much you know about this treasured species.
When winter temperatures get really cold, the polar vortex is to blame. But what, exactly, is the polar vortex and why does it sometimes affect our weather.
Think you know our local wildlife? Prove it with this 10-question quiz.
Groundhogs get a lot of attention on Feb. 2, but there's a lot more to these critters than the silly notion that they can predict when winter will end.
Groundhogs aren't just for Groundhog Day, so test your knowledge on Punxsutawney Phil and his many friends.
Winter's wacky weather keeps us on our toes, but before you stock up on salt to keep your driveway and sidewalks clear, make sure you know how much you really need to use.
Show muskrats some love by taking our 10-question quiz. Don't worry; you'll have time to study up before diving in.
On our coldest days people often say "At least it's too cold to snow." Turns out that's not really true. It's never too cold to snow.
Sure you've experienced a few good thunderstorms in your day, but have you ever experienced thundersnow?
Get to know the trumpeter swan, the largest waterfowl species in the world.
Coyotes have the subject of a lot of misinformation, so take our 10-question quiz to see if what you think you know about them is true.
Test your knowledge to see how much you really know about these amazing birds.
Learn all about minks and then see how much you know about these little-known creatures.
Take some time to learn about these woodpeckers then test yourself on a 10-question quiz.
You might see gray squirrels all the time, but how much do you know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
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.