With their recognizable namesake plumage, rose-breasted grosbeaks are a welcome sight. Learn what else makes these birds special.
Learn all about snapping turtles and then test your knowledge with our 10-question quiz.
Can you tell the difference between a grackle and a starling? Which is larger? Which gets white polka dots in the winter? Here is your chance to find out.
See how much you know about our only marsupial in our 10-question quiz.
An invasive tick called the Asian longhorned tick has been discovered for the first time in Illinois.
How much do you know about monarchs? Test you knowledge about monarchs with this 10-question quiz.
If you catch a glimpse of a flash of green on the forest floor, you might be on the trail of a six-spotted tiger beetle.
The moon is a constant in our lives, and it's long been a source of curiosity and inspiration. Here is your chance to learn more about it.
Learn the science behind a rainbow and why you might even be able to see one in the dark.
You might know a turkey vulture when you see one, but how much do you really know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
Meet Sara Russell, an interpretive naturalist at Isle a la Cache Museum.
The Forest Preserve District's General Use Ordinance prohibits the feeding or baiting of wildlife in the preserves, and violators will be ticketed.
We all know the saying "busy as a beaver," but how much do you really know about these buck-toothed rodents?
It's not just rain that helps keep your grass green. Lightning plays a role too.
Take this quiz to see how much you know about the salamanders that can be found in Will County.
How much do you know about cicadas? You can put your knowledge to the test on this 10-question quiz.
With their recognizable namesake plumage, rose-breasted grosbeaks are a welcome sight. Learn what else makes these birds special.
Learn all about snapping turtles and then test your knowledge with our 10-question quiz.
Can you tell the difference between a grackle and a starling? Which is larger? Which gets white polka dots in the winter? Here is your chance to find out.
See how much you know about our only marsupial in our 10-question quiz.
An invasive tick called the Asian longhorned tick has been discovered for the first time in Illinois.
How much do you know about monarchs? Test you knowledge about monarchs with this 10-question quiz.
If you catch a glimpse of a flash of green on the forest floor, you might be on the trail of a six-spotted tiger beetle.
The moon is a constant in our lives, and it's long been a source of curiosity and inspiration. Here is your chance to learn more about it.
Learn the science behind a rainbow and why you might even be able to see one in the dark.
You might know a turkey vulture when you see one, but how much do you really know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
Meet Sara Russell, an interpretive naturalist at Isle a la Cache Museum.
The Forest Preserve District's General Use Ordinance prohibits the feeding or baiting of wildlife in the preserves, and violators will be ticketed.
We all know the saying "busy as a beaver," but how much do you really know about these buck-toothed rodents?
It's not just rain that helps keep your grass green. Lightning plays a role too.
Take this quiz to see how much you know about the salamanders that can be found in Will County.
How much do you know about cicadas? You can put your knowledge to the test on this 10-question quiz.
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.