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A newly constructed 1.25-mile section of the DuPage River Trail that connects Whalon Lake preserve in Will County to Greene Valley Forest Preserve in DuPage County is now open.

Water stamps won't be needed after June 1 for kayaks, canoes, rafts and tubes.

A wide variety of work will begin or be completed this year leading to new trail segments, picnic shelters, benches and more.

The updated version of the free weekly online newsletter offers valuable information about Forest Preserve programs and events, as well as interesting features about nature and history, all in an easy to read format.

Follow these rules to protect your pup and the preserves.

Highlights include bond repayment and a well-funded retiree health insurance fund.

There's a colorful explosion taking place across the county, so here's your guide to what is blooming where.

Stock up on native species during the 'Bringing Nature Home Native Plant Sale' to make your landcape easier to care for and more beneficial to wildlife.

The contest runs through December 31 and features bigger prizes for overall winners.

We're proud to have launched Today's Bird, a Twitter account dedicated to the amazing bird photos from across Will County.

We have an urgent plea for everyone: Please properly dispose of fishing line.

The native oaks were planted Friday on Earth Day weekend in front of the Sugar Creek Administration Center.

Phyllis Schulte was honored for her 27 years as a volunteer and her stewardship of Hickory Creek Barrens Nature Preserve.

Forest Preserve Volunteer Andrea Pletzke is so grateful that the District is saving open space for everyone to enjoy.

This summer's weekly nosh fest will feature more food, more trucks and more fun!