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This blue heron's successful hunt of a northern water snake was captured by Eileen Capodice of Minooka.

Severe weather can strike at any time. Here's what you need to know to be prepared if you're spending time outdoors.

This American robin couldn't escape fishing line it became entangled in earlier this week at Isle a la Cache preserve in Romeoville.

The new program is designed to make it easier for campers to put down stakes at Forest Preserve campgrounds.

Kayaks will be available for rental from 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. at the 80-acre lake through Labor Day.

The annual contest has been expanded from a one-day adult fishing derby to a three-month biggest fish contest that will run from June 1-August 31.

For the Swift family, caring for the animals at Plum Creek Nature Center taught them new skills they can now use at home.

Contractors are scheduled to be working Friday, May 10, to asphalt a portion of trail near the preserve's dog park.

The 3,700-mile Great American Rail-Trail route was announced Wednesday, May 8, by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy organization.

The stand of trees in Rock Run Preserve were photographed by Joliet resident Kevin Kuchler.

Don't hastily launch a vessel in the water without getting all of your safety measures in place.

Longtime Forest Preserve District volunteer Richard Wachenheim was honored as the volunteer of the year at the District's annual volunteer banquet. 

The popular summer food truck series will roll into four preserves on a rotating basis from June 7 through August 23.  

The money will support the Forest Preserve's nature education, arts and interpretation programs.

The seeds date back to a simpler time, but they also may be the answer to future food needs.