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Woman on a trail
Barb Parisi’s Happy Place: The healing powers of McKinley Woods
2/22/2019For Barb Parisi, hiking and photographing birds at McKinley Woods helped heal the scar left by the suicide of her father, a Vietnam veteran who suffered mental and physical health issues for many years.
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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: Part Sun
Join a naturalist to explore what makes your yard unique then adopt three native plants to grow your plant family.
Mother’s Day at Monee Reservoir
For your continuous dedication all year, Mom, this weekend is for you.
The Buzz
Indigo buntings shine brightly in summer skies
We see plenty of blue birds here in northern Illinois, but none as brilliantly blue as the indigo bunting.
Warblers in the woods are one of spring's spectacles
Spring is a busy time for birds — and birders — as wave after wave of birds arrives locally. Included in the seasonal arrivals are the warblers, a group of tiny birds that flock to our forests.