The Buzz

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.

Naturalist-led wildflower hike at Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve a good way to learn the legends and lore of spring's ephemeral  blooms.

Rabbits might seem ordinary, but there's more to them than meets the eye. 

During spring, turtles are often on the move, putting them at risk of being hit by cars. If you can safely move a turtle across a road, here's how to do it.

Smell that fetid odor in the air? It may be coming from your own yard. Callery pear trees are in full bloom, revealing beautiful white blooms but also emitting a stench that's similar to that of rotting fish. 

Before you cut your grass, it's a good idea to give your yard a once-over to look for rabbit nests. These nests often look just like a small patch of dead grass, but the babies are just under the surface, leaving them vulnerable to lawnmowers.

It's nesting season for Canada geese, so don't be surprised if they seem a little more feisty and aggressive than usual. If you happen come face to face with one, don't turn your back and run.

When the rain simply won't go away, head inside to play. The Forest Preserve District's four year-round visitor centers all offer an escape from Mother Nature when she is sending you a clear message to stay indoors.