Not all blue birds are bluebirds. In our area, we see eastern bluebirds, blue jays and even indigo buntings sporting blue feathers. Learn the differences between these blue-hued birds.
Meet Heather Van Zyl, an interpretive naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center.
Roz Remsen examined the soil around oaks in the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s properties and other sites this year and is working on lab and data analysis.
Crows are highly sociable and among the most intelligent animals around, but they don't have the best reputation.
The northern lights are always happening, but you have to be at the right place at the right time to view them.
The National Inclusion Project’s first nature center accreditation in the country has been awarded to Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
Their so-called ears aren't the only difference between short-eared owls and long-eared owls.
A team of detectives found or identified a globally rare moth, a state-endangered orchid, a possible first sighting of a plant in Illinois and a mystery moth.
Being tailless is a rare trait among mammals, but us humans aren't quite alone.
Meet Alexis Lyons, an interpretive naturalist at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
What can a ladybug's spots tell us? Not much, although in some cases you may be able to determine the species from its spot pattern.
It should come as no surprise that wood ducks love trees, but that's not all that is unique about them.
These species might seem ripped from the script of the latest horror film, but they are real species living here and elsewhere in the world.
Visitors can learn about the area’s cultural and natural history, with a focus on what life was like in the region in the 1750s.
All trees provide us benefits, but oak trees are particularly vital and important because of how much life they support.
Small pockets of northern Illinois remain home to an extraordinarily rare type of prairie.
Not all blue birds are bluebirds. In our area, we see eastern bluebirds, blue jays and even indigo buntings sporting blue feathers. Learn the differences between these blue-hued birds.
Meet Heather Van Zyl, an interpretive naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center.
Roz Remsen examined the soil around oaks in the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s properties and other sites this year and is working on lab and data analysis.
Crows are highly sociable and among the most intelligent animals around, but they don't have the best reputation.
The northern lights are always happening, but you have to be at the right place at the right time to view them.
The National Inclusion Project’s first nature center accreditation in the country has been awarded to Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
Their so-called ears aren't the only difference between short-eared owls and long-eared owls.
A team of detectives found or identified a globally rare moth, a state-endangered orchid, a possible first sighting of a plant in Illinois and a mystery moth.
Being tailless is a rare trait among mammals, but us humans aren't quite alone.
Meet Alexis Lyons, an interpretive naturalist at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center.
What can a ladybug's spots tell us? Not much, although in some cases you may be able to determine the species from its spot pattern.
It should come as no surprise that wood ducks love trees, but that's not all that is unique about them.
These species might seem ripped from the script of the latest horror film, but they are real species living here and elsewhere in the world.
Visitors can learn about the area’s cultural and natural history, with a focus on what life was like in the region in the 1750s.
All trees provide us benefits, but oak trees are particularly vital and important because of how much life they support.
Small pockets of northern Illinois remain home to an extraordinarily rare type of prairie.
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.