Here's a closer look at the turtles that populate our local waterways.
Insects or arachnid? There are a few key differences.
What can you do to make the world a cleaner place? Plenty.
Five facts about mosquitoes — perhaps the most hated creature on Earth.
The throw-away era: We're living in the age of plastic, and we're only beginning to understand the consequences.
We all know to keep a safe distance from power lines, so how are birds and squirrels able to touch them without consequence?
Lightning bugs are a summer tradition, and there's plenty about these insects that is fascinating.
They can add to some picture-perfect moments in the preserves.
Harmless northern water snake or venomous cottonmouth? In northern Illinois, there's no doubt it's a harmless water snake.
Just a few hundred years ago, animals that populated Illinois were different than what we see today.
These common items pose a serious risk to our environment and well-being.
Playful river otters were once endangered in Illinois, but they now live in every county in the state. Here's five fun facts about these semi-aquatic animals.
Freshwater mussels are an indicator of clean water, but as we have changed the flow of our rivers, their population has plummeted.
The garbage we leave behind is a costly problem, and not just in a financial sense.
Monarch populations continue to plummet, but there are things you can do to help.
From herb gardens to bug repellents to Skrillex music, here's a primer to stop mosquitoes from ruining your time outside.
Here's a closer look at the turtles that populate our local waterways.
Insects or arachnid? There are a few key differences.
What can you do to make the world a cleaner place? Plenty.
Five facts about mosquitoes — perhaps the most hated creature on Earth.
The throw-away era: We're living in the age of plastic, and we're only beginning to understand the consequences.
We all know to keep a safe distance from power lines, so how are birds and squirrels able to touch them without consequence?
Lightning bugs are a summer tradition, and there's plenty about these insects that is fascinating.
They can add to some picture-perfect moments in the preserves.
Harmless northern water snake or venomous cottonmouth? In northern Illinois, there's no doubt it's a harmless water snake.
Just a few hundred years ago, animals that populated Illinois were different than what we see today.
These common items pose a serious risk to our environment and well-being.
Playful river otters were once endangered in Illinois, but they now live in every county in the state. Here's five fun facts about these semi-aquatic animals.
Freshwater mussels are an indicator of clean water, but as we have changed the flow of our rivers, their population has plummeted.
The garbage we leave behind is a costly problem, and not just in a financial sense.
Monarch populations continue to plummet, but there are things you can do to help.
From herb gardens to bug repellents to Skrillex music, here's a primer to stop mosquitoes from ruining your time outside.
Trail Club is back this fall, and in September the group will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Hadley Valley.
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Say goodbye to summertime with a sunset paddle on Monee Reservoir.
Interactive map predicts when fall color will peak in Will County and beyond.
These big white birds typically stick around until November or into December.
Hummingbirds are here in Will County for a good portion of the year, but knowing when they migrate can help determine when to have hummingbird feeders out.