Sights of September Evening Paddle
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.
How well do you know bullfrogs? See if you're an expert by answering these 10 questions.
With their recognizable namesake plumage, rose-breasted grosbeaks are a welcome sight. Learn what else makes these birds special.
Learn all about snapping turtles and then test your knowledge with our 10-question quiz.
Can you tell the difference between a grackle and a starling? Which is larger? Which gets white polka dots in the winter? Here is your chance to find out.
See how much you know about our only marsupial in our 10-question quiz.
An invasive tick called the Asian longhorned tick has been discovered for the first time in Illinois.
Want to boost your success rate while fishing in the forest preserves? We’ve got some tips and tricks for you to try.
How much do you know about monarchs? Test you knowledge about monarchs with this 10-question quiz.
If you catch a glimpse of a flash of green on the forest floor, you might be on the trail of a six-spotted tiger beetle.
The moon is a constant in our lives, and it's long been a source of curiosity and inspiration. Here is your chance to learn more about it.
Learn the science behind a rainbow and why you might even be able to see one in the dark.
You might know a turkey vulture when you see one, but how much do you really know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
Meet Sara Russell, an interpretive naturalist at Isle a la Cache Museum.
The outdoor education and celebration space at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center has increased this year with the addition of a shelter.
The Forest Preserve District's General Use Ordinance prohibits the feeding or baiting of wildlife in the preserves, and violators will be ticketed.
We all know the saying "busy as a beaver," but how much do you really know about these buck-toothed rodents?
How well do you know bullfrogs? See if you're an expert by answering these 10 questions.
With their recognizable namesake plumage, rose-breasted grosbeaks are a welcome sight. Learn what else makes these birds special.
Learn all about snapping turtles and then test your knowledge with our 10-question quiz.
Can you tell the difference between a grackle and a starling? Which is larger? Which gets white polka dots in the winter? Here is your chance to find out.
See how much you know about our only marsupial in our 10-question quiz.
An invasive tick called the Asian longhorned tick has been discovered for the first time in Illinois.
Want to boost your success rate while fishing in the forest preserves? We’ve got some tips and tricks for you to try.
How much do you know about monarchs? Test you knowledge about monarchs with this 10-question quiz.
If you catch a glimpse of a flash of green on the forest floor, you might be on the trail of a six-spotted tiger beetle.
The moon is a constant in our lives, and it's long been a source of curiosity and inspiration. Here is your chance to learn more about it.
Learn the science behind a rainbow and why you might even be able to see one in the dark.
You might know a turkey vulture when you see one, but how much do you really know about them? Here's your chance to find out.
Meet Sara Russell, an interpretive naturalist at Isle a la Cache Museum.
The outdoor education and celebration space at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center has increased this year with the addition of a shelter.
The Forest Preserve District's General Use Ordinance prohibits the feeding or baiting of wildlife in the preserves, and violators will be ticketed.
We all know the saying "busy as a beaver," but how much do you really know about these buck-toothed rodents?
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.