Teacher Appreciation
Teachers are invited to Four Rivers Environmental Education Center for a day of adventure, relaxation and fun in appreciation of all they do.
With temperatures in the 60s, spring fever is hitting hard. All the more reason to make time to spend my lunch break outside.
African buffalo are one of two buffalo species in the world, and they share many similarities with North American bison.
Our Wander at Will series takes us to Lake Renwick Preserve for a winter dog walk.
The Nature Foundation of Will County raised more than $40,000 for Forest Preserve District recreational and educational programs.
It's skunk mating season, and as male skunks are out and about searching for mates, we may have more close encounters with these animals, resulting in that telltale smell in the air.
Pesky seagulls get a lot of attention from humans, but there is more to these birds than their thieving ways.
The Forest Preserve District received a Silver Ribbon Award from Friends of the Chicago River for the Lockport Prairie and Prairie Bluff Ecosystem Restoration Project.
How one blind date led to a lifelong partnership and a legacy of land preserved forever.
Snowstorms are often anticipated for days ahead of their arrival, but when does a snowstorm become a blizzard?
The Preserve the Moment photo contest encourages photographers to share images taken in Will County forest preserves for chances to win monthly and grand prizes.
Our Wander at Will series takes us to Rock Run Rookery Preserve for a short hike on a cold winter day.
How do turtles breathe while they are underwater all winter? Through their butts, so to speak.
The days have become noticeably colder and shorter, and food supplies have become more scarce for many birds. But you can keep birds visiting your yard all year long by providing the right foods.
Discover the unique traits of sea otters and see how they compare to their local cousin, the river otter.
As the Forest Preserve District of Will County approaches its centennial in 2027, it’s also nearing 24,000 acres of protected land.
Every snowflake is unique, or at least as best as we can figure out. It's probably true that no two snowflakes are alike, but the sheer number of snowflakes makes it virtually impossible to determine with certainty.
With temperatures in the 60s, spring fever is hitting hard. All the more reason to make time to spend my lunch break outside.
African buffalo are one of two buffalo species in the world, and they share many similarities with North American bison.
Our Wander at Will series takes us to Lake Renwick Preserve for a winter dog walk.
The Nature Foundation of Will County raised more than $40,000 for Forest Preserve District recreational and educational programs.
It's skunk mating season, and as male skunks are out and about searching for mates, we may have more close encounters with these animals, resulting in that telltale smell in the air.
Pesky seagulls get a lot of attention from humans, but there is more to these birds than their thieving ways.
The Forest Preserve District received a Silver Ribbon Award from Friends of the Chicago River for the Lockport Prairie and Prairie Bluff Ecosystem Restoration Project.
How one blind date led to a lifelong partnership and a legacy of land preserved forever.
Snowstorms are often anticipated for days ahead of their arrival, but when does a snowstorm become a blizzard?
The Preserve the Moment photo contest encourages photographers to share images taken in Will County forest preserves for chances to win monthly and grand prizes.
Our Wander at Will series takes us to Rock Run Rookery Preserve for a short hike on a cold winter day.
How do turtles breathe while they are underwater all winter? Through their butts, so to speak.
The days have become noticeably colder and shorter, and food supplies have become more scarce for many birds. But you can keep birds visiting your yard all year long by providing the right foods.
Discover the unique traits of sea otters and see how they compare to their local cousin, the river otter.
As the Forest Preserve District of Will County approaches its centennial in 2027, it’s also nearing 24,000 acres of protected land.
Every snowflake is unique, or at least as best as we can figure out. It's probably true that no two snowflakes are alike, but the sheer number of snowflakes makes it virtually impossible to determine with certainty.
Teachers are invited to Four Rivers Environmental Education Center for a day of adventure, relaxation and fun in appreciation of all they do.
Discover how native plant gardening can help provide wildlife with year-round resources.
Participating in No Mow May isn't just a way to cut down on your yardwork for a month. You'll be helping bees and other essential insects too.
Forget "Snakes on a Plane." There are snakes in Asia that can fly without any help from an aircraft.
When planning your spring plantings, consider incorporating trees that will be a draw for wildlife in the winter too.