Variety is key, but if you plant it, they will come.
How do beavers stay under water for so long? Their bodies are specially designed for it.
Is spider silk as strong as steel? Yes and no.
Eastern spiny softshell turtles aren't as large as snapping turtles, but they are one of the biggest freshwater turtles in the United States.
If you visit the preserve now, you can hike the woods, traverse the boardwalks, visit the lake, arrange to tour the historic farm and its garlic crop and view the massive oak and hickory trees that were left untouched by development.
Frogs and toads are both amphibians, and the differences between them can be confusing and subtle.
The American white pelicans are back, but there's probably a lot you don't know about these big birds. Dive in to learn more about one of the more beloved animals seen in Will County.
The monarch is the most recognizable butterfly in the United States, but these winged creatures aren't as common as they used to be.
Birds bask in the sun just like us. Sometimes they are just trying to warm up or dry off, but sunbathing also helps birds stay healthy and more attractive to potential mates.
Heat lightning is just a myth. What we think of as heat lightning is really just lightning from a thunderstorm that is too far away to experience its other effects.
Plogging is jogging while picking up trash you find along the way, and we hope it's a fitness fad that doesn't fade away.
Text your knowledge on this 10-question quiz.
Snakes are unique in that they shed their skin whole, a process called ecdysis. But why do they do this differently than other animals?
You've probably seen a cottontail rabbit, but how much do you know about these common creatures?
Bee, wasp or hornet? Learn the differences among these stinging insects.
The ruby-throated hummingbird is among the most beloved birds in Will County, and the more you know about them the more you will love them.
Variety is key, but if you plant it, they will come.
How do beavers stay under water for so long? Their bodies are specially designed for it.
Is spider silk as strong as steel? Yes and no.
Eastern spiny softshell turtles aren't as large as snapping turtles, but they are one of the biggest freshwater turtles in the United States.
If you visit the preserve now, you can hike the woods, traverse the boardwalks, visit the lake, arrange to tour the historic farm and its garlic crop and view the massive oak and hickory trees that were left untouched by development.
Frogs and toads are both amphibians, and the differences between them can be confusing and subtle.
The American white pelicans are back, but there's probably a lot you don't know about these big birds. Dive in to learn more about one of the more beloved animals seen in Will County.
The monarch is the most recognizable butterfly in the United States, but these winged creatures aren't as common as they used to be.
Birds bask in the sun just like us. Sometimes they are just trying to warm up or dry off, but sunbathing also helps birds stay healthy and more attractive to potential mates.
Heat lightning is just a myth. What we think of as heat lightning is really just lightning from a thunderstorm that is too far away to experience its other effects.
Plogging is jogging while picking up trash you find along the way, and we hope it's a fitness fad that doesn't fade away.
Text your knowledge on this 10-question quiz.
Snakes are unique in that they shed their skin whole, a process called ecdysis. But why do they do this differently than other animals?
You've probably seen a cottontail rabbit, but how much do you know about these common creatures?
Bee, wasp or hornet? Learn the differences among these stinging insects.
The ruby-throated hummingbird is among the most beloved birds in Will County, and the more you know about them the more you will love them.
Find your nature’s muse at this event full of hands-on activities that let you express yourself through music, movement and visual arts
Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District for a book club on the go! The book for September is “North Woods” by Daniel Mason.
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.