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.
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.
The Aug. 1-Oct. 31 exhibit features about 20 of artist and actor Jeff Zarinelli’s wildlife paintings.
Not everyone loves summer, and that's OK. If you need a break from this relentless season, cater your time outside to what you like best.
Get to the know the coati — a highly adaptable and can live in many different types of habitat.
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.
The milestone harvest is part of a broader effort to improve soil health, water quality and wildlife habitat.
Meghan headed out on the water for the first time this summer for a kayaking adventure at Monee Reservoir.
Participants say app-based missions have led to a stronger connection to nature.
Funding will support restoration work, Woods Walk supplies and a new water bottle filling station.
Discover fascinating facts about ospreys, from their fish-catching adaptations and long migrations to how to tell them apart from bald eagles.
That buzz you hear coming from the trees in your yard is coming from dog-day cicadas that emerge every summer with their well-known buzzing sound.
Channahon woman’s split-second warbler shot earns top honors in photo contest.
Lightning bugs aren't as common as they once were, but there are things you can do at home to protect these summertime staples.
The dog days of summer are here, both literally and metaphorically. Be sure to stay safe outdoors.
The permits are good through Dec. 31.
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.
The Aug. 1-Oct. 31 exhibit features about 20 of artist and actor Jeff Zarinelli’s wildlife paintings.
Not everyone loves summer, and that's OK. If you need a break from this relentless season, cater your time outside to what you like best.
Get to the know the coati — a highly adaptable and can live in many different types of habitat.
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.
The milestone harvest is part of a broader effort to improve soil health, water quality and wildlife habitat.
Meghan headed out on the water for the first time this summer for a kayaking adventure at Monee Reservoir.
Participants say app-based missions have led to a stronger connection to nature.
Funding will support restoration work, Woods Walk supplies and a new water bottle filling station.
Discover fascinating facts about ospreys, from their fish-catching adaptations and long migrations to how to tell them apart from bald eagles.
That buzz you hear coming from the trees in your yard is coming from dog-day cicadas that emerge every summer with their well-known buzzing sound.
Channahon woman’s split-second warbler shot earns top honors in photo contest.
Lightning bugs aren't as common as they once were, but there are things you can do at home to protect these summertime staples.
The dog days of summer are here, both literally and metaphorically. Be sure to stay safe outdoors.
The permits are good through Dec. 31.
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.