We see plenty of blue birds here in northern Illinois, but none as brilliantly blue as the indigo bunting.
Dirt trails. Spring wildflowers. Primitive campsites. Everything you love about the outdoors, all in one place.
These mysterious herons aren't seen often around Will County, and not just because they are mostly active at night.
Spring is a busy time for birds — and birders — as wave after wave of birds arrives locally. Included in the seasonal arrivals are the warblers, a group of tiny birds that flock to our forests.
Dive into learning about river otter then take our 10-question quiz to see how knowledgeable you are.
Spring migration turns Illinois into a stopover for some of North America’s most colorful and musical birds.
Bluebells in bloom steal the show at this preserve, but they are far from the only thing worth seeing.
Fennec foxes are the smallest fox species in the world, and they thrive in the extreme conditions of the Sahara Desert.
We don't mean to badger you, but we'd love it if you took our 10-question badger quiz.
We use plastic every day without giving it a second thought. It's cheap, it’s convenient and it’s everywhere. And that’s the problem.
Eastern redbuds are one of the first pops of color in the forest each spring, providing splashes of pink in the canopy before the green creeps in.
Honeybees are the only type of bee that swarms, and they do so when they've outgrown the hive.
This preserve is a perfect place to savor nature’s quiet beauty and early wildflowers.
See how much you know about these birds on our 10-question quiz. You can study up before diving in.
Brush up on your knowledge of chubby-cheeked chipmunks with these five facts.
See how much you know about these seasonal singers on our 10-question quiz.
We see plenty of blue birds here in northern Illinois, but none as brilliantly blue as the indigo bunting.
Dirt trails. Spring wildflowers. Primitive campsites. Everything you love about the outdoors, all in one place.
These mysterious herons aren't seen often around Will County, and not just because they are mostly active at night.
Spring is a busy time for birds — and birders — as wave after wave of birds arrives locally. Included in the seasonal arrivals are the warblers, a group of tiny birds that flock to our forests.
Dive into learning about river otter then take our 10-question quiz to see how knowledgeable you are.
Spring migration turns Illinois into a stopover for some of North America’s most colorful and musical birds.
Bluebells in bloom steal the show at this preserve, but they are far from the only thing worth seeing.
Fennec foxes are the smallest fox species in the world, and they thrive in the extreme conditions of the Sahara Desert.
We don't mean to badger you, but we'd love it if you took our 10-question badger quiz.
We use plastic every day without giving it a second thought. It's cheap, it’s convenient and it’s everywhere. And that’s the problem.
Eastern redbuds are one of the first pops of color in the forest each spring, providing splashes of pink in the canopy before the green creeps in.
Honeybees are the only type of bee that swarms, and they do so when they've outgrown the hive.
This preserve is a perfect place to savor nature’s quiet beauty and early wildflowers.
See how much you know about these birds on our 10-question quiz. You can study up before diving in.
Brush up on your knowledge of chubby-cheeked chipmunks with these five facts.
See how much you know about these seasonal singers on our 10-question quiz.
Come on one of the last paddle adventures of the season as we enjoy the sights of September on the confluence of the Des Plaines and DuPage rivers.
Join us for a witchy paddle under the setting sun then fly to shore for a bonfire to roast hot dogs and s’mores.
Fall is a trying time for pollinators. They're still in need of food and water even as their regular sources begin to fade away as autumn sets in.
If you love fall color, hope the coming weeks bring us warm, sunny days and cool, crisp nights.
Interactive map predicts when fall color will peak in Will County and beyond.