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All Forest Preserve visitor centers will be closed in observance of the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays.

Both beginning and experienced wildlife monitors are invited to attend a series of free, upcoming workshops on recording data related to frogs and toads, dragonflies, and butterflies found in Will County forest preserves.

For the first time, camping and picnicking permits can be booked online starting January 2.

The Forest Preserve offers many winter recreation opportunities including sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skating and hiking.

The exhibition consists of iconic photos of the artist and her home and garden; reproductions of several of her paintings; and information about native Mexican plants, festivities, food and drink.

Crews are expected to resume brush cleanup on the trail starting next week and continue the work possibly through Monday, December 31.

Sign up for a volunteer workday to help improve the preserves and to reap the benefits of getting outside during winter.

The refunding of $10 million in bonds was made possible by the District's Aa1 credit rating.

Enter your photos to be sure you're not left out in the cold.

During a reorganization meeting on Monday, December 10, the Board elected new officers and new committee chairs and vice chairs.

As smaller bodies of water begin to freeze, the open waters of larger rivers attract eagles wintering in the Midwest. But take care to not disturb the birds as you attempt to watch or photograph these amazing creatures.

Carrie Rock's interest in Native American culture first drew her to volunteering with the Forest Preserve District more than two decades ago.

The shimmering mushrooms took top honors for Lowell, Ind., resident Mandy Bellamy.

The newly revamped gift shop now features items from environmentally friendly and fair trade companies.

Volunteers are being sought for local bird counts on December 15 and 29, and bird-watchers of all experience levels can sign up in advance to participate.