The Forest Preserve District has acquired 241 acres in Custer Township as the first major purchase of its 2025–2030 Capital Improvement Program. The land expands protected open space and offers future potential for recreation and restoration.
Test your knowledge on our national mammal — and our most mammoth mammal too boot.
The Nature Foundation of Will County presented a $59,525 check to the Forest Preserve District to support conservation, education and community programs. The donation helps fund projects like bird feeding stations, fishing derbies and teacher appreciation events.
Playing dead might not seem like an effective strategy for avoiding capture by predators, but for some animals it's just the thing.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer challenge is underway. Join today to discover, explore and engage with nature. The challenge runs through Aug. 9 and features thousands of dollars in randomly awarded prizes for participation.
Brush up on Blanding's turtles then dive into our 10-question quiz to see how much you know.
Mosquitoes bugging you in your yard? These plants may help keep them away.
The most recent upgrades at the preserve allow visitors to see even more of the preserve and explore it in new ways.
See how much you know about these unique birds on our 10-question quiz. Don't worry; you can study up beforehand.
Double-crested cormorants are a common sight around our waterways. Learn what sets them apart from other waterfowl.
Test your insect identification skills with this 10-question quiz.
Our familiar bullfrog has nothing on the Goliath frog when it comes to size. Bullfrogs may be big by North American frog standards, but the Goliath frog can weigh 7 times as much!
The Forest Preserve District is installing 36 redesigned fishing line recycling containers to help prevent injuries to wildlife.
The color of a robin's eggs is a familiar shade of blue, but the source of that color may surprise you.
If you spend a lot of time outdoors, you need to be aware of ticks and how to help prevent tick bites ad tick-borne illnesses.
The Forest Preserve District has kicked off a 'Put Your Junk in the Trunk' campaign to help prevent vehicle burglaries in the preserves.
The Forest Preserve District has acquired 241 acres in Custer Township as the first major purchase of its 2025–2030 Capital Improvement Program. The land expands protected open space and offers future potential for recreation and restoration.
Test your knowledge on our national mammal — and our most mammoth mammal too boot.
The Nature Foundation of Will County presented a $59,525 check to the Forest Preserve District to support conservation, education and community programs. The donation helps fund projects like bird feeding stations, fishing derbies and teacher appreciation events.
Playing dead might not seem like an effective strategy for avoiding capture by predators, but for some animals it's just the thing.
The summer session of the Be a Trailblazer challenge is underway. Join today to discover, explore and engage with nature. The challenge runs through Aug. 9 and features thousands of dollars in randomly awarded prizes for participation.
Brush up on Blanding's turtles then dive into our 10-question quiz to see how much you know.
Mosquitoes bugging you in your yard? These plants may help keep them away.
The most recent upgrades at the preserve allow visitors to see even more of the preserve and explore it in new ways.
See how much you know about these unique birds on our 10-question quiz. Don't worry; you can study up beforehand.
Double-crested cormorants are a common sight around our waterways. Learn what sets them apart from other waterfowl.
Test your insect identification skills with this 10-question quiz.
Our familiar bullfrog has nothing on the Goliath frog when it comes to size. Bullfrogs may be big by North American frog standards, but the Goliath frog can weigh 7 times as much!
The Forest Preserve District is installing 36 redesigned fishing line recycling containers to help prevent injuries to wildlife.
The color of a robin's eggs is a familiar shade of blue, but the source of that color may surprise you.
If you spend a lot of time outdoors, you need to be aware of ticks and how to help prevent tick bites ad tick-borne illnesses.
The Forest Preserve District has kicked off a 'Put Your Junk in the Trunk' campaign to help prevent vehicle burglaries in the preserves.
Experience day turning into night on a stroll amidst golden prairie grasses at the perfect time of light.
Lake Renwick is a popular pitstop for birds during migration, so join us for a guided hike to search of waterfowl, eagles and songbirds.
Monarchs are one of several popular symbols in the celebration of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Learn what they symbolize and how you can attract them to your yard.
Forget Halloween; it's Owloween! In honor of Halloween, spend some time learning about these magnificent and mysterious creatures. Want to learn more? Watch the video below.
What you don’t know about these scraggly bearded giants might surprise you.