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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.

William Udrow, 70, uses local trails to keep in shape and to connect him to his longer bicycle expeditions, which is just what Forest Preserve trail planners had in mind.

The grant will be used to enhance habitat for the federally-endangered Hine's emerald dragonfly and other pollinators at Prairie Bluff and Lockport Prairie preserves.

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.

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

The bird was injured when it became tangled in discarded fishing line at McKinley Woods.

A team of employees will hit the trails to gather valuable information for trail users.