Those globs of spit you see on plants aren't spit at all. They are the safe and comfortable homes of spittlebug nymphs.
Facility office manager Marissa Jones tells us why she loves spending time at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve.
The tall grasses that surround many of our wetland areas may seem like a pretty addition to the scenery, but in reality they are destroying these vital habitats.
It's not quite true that fawns are born with no scent. They do have very little scent when they are born, making it easier to tuck them away without being found by predators.
Digital and print marketing specialist Katie McCollum tells us why she loves spending time at Rock Run Rookery Preserve.
Digital marketing assistant Meghan McMahon tells us why she loves spending time at Rock Run Preserve.
You've probably heard that bees die when they sting you, but this isn't universally true. Most bee species don't even have stingers.
The crack of lightning and rumble of thunder can create awe and fear, and here are five things you should know about these forces of nature.
We sometimes use the terms habitat and ecosystem interchangeably, but they are not one and the same.
McKinley Woods unites new and old unlike any other Will County forest preserve.
Orange trees do grow in Illinois, but our native Osage orange trees are nothing like the citrus trees you're thinking of.
Balloons can wreak havoc on wildlife and the environment if not used and disposed of properly, so think twice before including them in your party decor.
The eastern bluebird population was once in rapid decline because of a perfect storm of factors, but today their population has recovered well and these birds are a common sight once again.
Not all birds migrate but the majority that do, travel by night. Researchers don't fully understand why, but nocturnal migration does provide some benefits.
Trees serve as Earth's lungs, but how does their breathing help clean the air?
What looks a lot like a frog but doesn't jump like a frog or eat like a frog? A toad. Learn what makes toads unique and what separates them from frogs.
Those globs of spit you see on plants aren't spit at all. They are the safe and comfortable homes of spittlebug nymphs.
Facility office manager Marissa Jones tells us why she loves spending time at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve.
The tall grasses that surround many of our wetland areas may seem like a pretty addition to the scenery, but in reality they are destroying these vital habitats.
It's not quite true that fawns are born with no scent. They do have very little scent when they are born, making it easier to tuck them away without being found by predators.
Digital and print marketing specialist Katie McCollum tells us why she loves spending time at Rock Run Rookery Preserve.
Digital marketing assistant Meghan McMahon tells us why she loves spending time at Rock Run Preserve.
You've probably heard that bees die when they sting you, but this isn't universally true. Most bee species don't even have stingers.
The crack of lightning and rumble of thunder can create awe and fear, and here are five things you should know about these forces of nature.
We sometimes use the terms habitat and ecosystem interchangeably, but they are not one and the same.
McKinley Woods unites new and old unlike any other Will County forest preserve.
Orange trees do grow in Illinois, but our native Osage orange trees are nothing like the citrus trees you're thinking of.
Balloons can wreak havoc on wildlife and the environment if not used and disposed of properly, so think twice before including them in your party decor.
The eastern bluebird population was once in rapid decline because of a perfect storm of factors, but today their population has recovered well and these birds are a common sight once again.
Not all birds migrate but the majority that do, travel by night. Researchers don't fully understand why, but nocturnal migration does provide some benefits.
Trees serve as Earth's lungs, but how does their breathing help clean the air?
What looks a lot like a frog but doesn't jump like a frog or eat like a frog? A toad. Learn what makes toads unique and what separates them from frogs.
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.