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After a health scare two years ago, the Webers cherish their nature outings now more than ever before.

Today, more than 15 years after starting her volunteer work, Jeanne Golec is still going strong, learning and growing as she goes.

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

The infusion of funds will accelerate efforts to return forest preserve acreage to its natural state.

Rita Renwick has a last name that’s familiar to many in the Plainfield area. The long-time volunteer even worked as part of the group to preserve the Lake Renwick area and its rookery, but she isn’t related to the family that once owned the property that is now the preserve.

Kids of all ages can discover more about nature and the world around them by visiting willyswilderness.org.

The Old Plank Road Trail was a decades-long project converting an old railway line to a recreational trail, and Mike Rzepka was there from the start.

Barb Ferry has been volunteering with the district for more than 15 years.

Bernie Twait has spent decades of his life volunteering, pursuing his own interests and hobbies as a way for him to also help better his community.

Emily Kenny’s time spent volunteering with the Forest Preserve District has included so many different tasks that she’s become a familiar face to many employees, fellow volunteers and visitors over the past 18 years.

His start as a volunteer with the Forest Preserve comes with an interesting backstory involving an alligator.

The award recognizes the Forest Preserve's enhanced social media and website offerings, which have drastically increased public engagement.

Ultimately, she hopes her work as a volunteer will help inspire others, including younger generations, to get involved with the Forest Preserve District.

Adding volunteering to Mike O'Brien's list of outdoor activities seemed like a good way to both spend time outdoors and give back to nature.

Follow these rules to protect your pup and the preserves.