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The recycling program for old or unused bikes runs from October 3-15.

Volunteers are being sought for the September 23 brush clearing and seed collection event.

A short stretch of the DuPage River Trail will be closed for several weeks.

Mid-October could be the peak week for viewing.

There's all sorts of fungus popping up in the preserves, offering ample opportunities to take the perfect shot.

When Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologist Rob Miller searches for fish, he doesn’t bring a fishing pole. 

It's true that there's no "Fall Fest" this year, but rest assured that Plum Creek Nature Center is still providing a wealth of programs and events for all to enjoy.

The $4,000 will be used for a new field trip program.

Enjoy being surrounded by nature, while getting some fresh air and exercise by attending an upcoming Forest Preserve workday.

Friends of the Forest Preserve is now The Nature Foundation of Will County.

There was no shortage of great submissions in the August portion of the Preserve the Moment Photo Contest, but one shot clearly rose to the top.

Sign up for one of 11 seed collection workdays scheduled for September and October.

Tree removal and bridge abutment installation were scheduled to start this week.

Work on Wolfs Crossing Road near the preserve has been completed.

Be prepared to be amazed by the incredible color on these tiny creatures.