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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.

Rock Run Preserve is in a busy and populated spot in Will County’s largest city, so you are never too far from the hustle and bustle when you hit the trails here. 

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.

How much time should you spend outdoors? Use the 20-5-3 rule as a guide.

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.

A year of seed collection by staff and volunteers culminated with a seed mixing day at a Forest Preserve barn. The seed will be sown this winter.

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. 

While most insects aren't active during the coldest time of year, the winter stonefly is a notable exception. These insects thrive in the frigid air and icy waters of winter.