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Mother and son on a trail
Weber family's 'Happy Place': Hiking at Hammel Woods
12/28/2018After a health scare two years ago, the Webers cherish their nature outings now more than ever before.
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Dog walking on a trail
A primer for bringing your pooch to a preserve
5/18/2018Follow these rules to protect your dog and the preserves.
Events
Adopt a Native Plant: Full Sun
5/2/2025 6:00 PM
Join a naturalist to explore what makes your yard unique then adopt three native plants to grow your plant family.
Lake Renwick Migratory Bird Viewing
5/3/2025 8:00 AM
See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants at our weekly bird viewings at Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve.
The Buzz
Spend spring nights gazing up at the stars
4/29/2025
Enjoy warm spring nights under the stars, and don't miss the eta Aquariids meteor shower.
Give your mower a rest in May. Do it for the bees.
4/28/2025
Participating in No Mow May isn't just a way to cut down on your yardwork for a month. You'll be helping bees and other essential insects too.