Sounds of Insects Night Hike
Venture out on the trail at Thorn Creek Woods at dusk listening for the chorus of nocturnal insects.
If it looks like a hummingbird and flies like a hummingbird, it might just be a hummingbird moth.
They are magnificent birds, traveling and foraging in large flocks, making them nearly impossible to miss.
Knowing the difference between poison ivy and Virginia creeper can save you from a painful rash.
Take a crash course on raccoons and then put your knowledge to the test on our 10-question quiz.
A new kayak rental station is available for public use at Lake Chaminwood Preserve in Channahon. Patrons can download the Rent.Fun app to pay for the kayaks.
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of these amazing birds.
Crane flies aren't just supersized mosquitoes. These harmless insects don't bite or sting.
The spotted lanternfly won't bite you or your pets, but it just might be one of the most dangerous insects around. Learn why these invasive insects need to be taken seriously and how you can help prevent them from spreading.
See how much you know about these striped creatures on our 10-question quiz.
The southern section of Will County isn’t as populous as other parts of the county, but its protected open spaces still serve many important purposes, including providing the public with convenient access to the peace and tranquility of nature.
Goldfinches are common and recognizable thanks to their bright yellow plumage, but not all goldfinches are golden in color, and even the ones that are aren't always yellow.
The world is home to two beaver species, and it would be easy to confuse them if they didn't live on different continents.
Slither into this quiz to see how much you known about common water snakes.
Not all turtles prefer life in the water. Box turtles live most of their lives on land.
Do a little studying on six-lined racerunners and see how much you learned about these lizards on a short quiz.
See how much you know about Illinois' state bird with a 10-question quiz.
If it looks like a hummingbird and flies like a hummingbird, it might just be a hummingbird moth.
They are magnificent birds, traveling and foraging in large flocks, making them nearly impossible to miss.
Knowing the difference between poison ivy and Virginia creeper can save you from a painful rash.
Take a crash course on raccoons and then put your knowledge to the test on our 10-question quiz.
A new kayak rental station is available for public use at Lake Chaminwood Preserve in Channahon. Patrons can download the Rent.Fun app to pay for the kayaks.
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of these amazing birds.
Crane flies aren't just supersized mosquitoes. These harmless insects don't bite or sting.
The spotted lanternfly won't bite you or your pets, but it just might be one of the most dangerous insects around. Learn why these invasive insects need to be taken seriously and how you can help prevent them from spreading.
See how much you know about these striped creatures on our 10-question quiz.
The southern section of Will County isn’t as populous as other parts of the county, but its protected open spaces still serve many important purposes, including providing the public with convenient access to the peace and tranquility of nature.
Goldfinches are common and recognizable thanks to their bright yellow plumage, but not all goldfinches are golden in color, and even the ones that are aren't always yellow.
The world is home to two beaver species, and it would be easy to confuse them if they didn't live on different continents.
Slither into this quiz to see how much you known about common water snakes.
Not all turtles prefer life in the water. Box turtles live most of their lives on land.
Do a little studying on six-lined racerunners and see how much you learned about these lizards on a short quiz.
See how much you know about Illinois' state bird with a 10-question quiz.
Venture out on the trail at Thorn Creek Woods at dusk listening for the chorus of nocturnal insects.
Get some fresh air and exercise while helping to make a difference in your community by attending one or more of the Forest Preserve’s volunteer mornings.
The monarchs you see at this time of the year are special, part of a 'super generation' different than the three generations that preceded it.
Ruby-throated hummingbirds migrate in waves, and some have already departed. But we'll see the birds in Will County for weeks or even months, so keep filling your feeders.
If you are seeing more bees than birds at your hummingbird feeders lately, you're not alone. Learn why we see them more at this time of year and how you might keep them away from your hummingbird feeders.