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A stand of evergreen trees.
Five mind-blowing facts about trees
4/29/2021Here's a look at some of the many reasons we should appreciate trees.
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A tree canopy as seen from the ground.
Amid rampant deforestation, every tree counts. You can help by planting one at home
4/25/2021Trees are disappearing at alarming rates, but don't think your actions are too small to make a difference. Planting a tree at home will have long-lasting positive effects on you and the world around you.
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Virginia bluebells.
Five facts about those beloved blooming bluebells
4/22/2021It's bluebell season, so brush up on these spring beauties before planning a trip to see them in bloom.
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An oriole nest in a tree.
Nature curiosity: Is it OK to leave nesting material out for birds?
4/16/2021Birds will build their nests out of just about anything they can find, but is it OK to leave materials out for them to use?
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A fawn standing in tall vegetation.
Hey folks, nature is not a petting zoo. Leave the animals alone
4/11/2021The wildlife you see in the preserves and elsewhere is just that — wild. The preserves aren't petting zoos, and people should not touch or otherwise handle animals they encounter.
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An indigo bunting on a branch.
Head outside and listen to nature. It's good for you, a new study shows
4/9/2021What's that sound? If it's the sounds of nature, it's good for your health, according to a new study.
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Dandelions growing in the grass.
Five facts about those delightful dandelions
4/1/2021The dandelion is probably the most hated plant in America, but it actually is an important part of the landscape.
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A young skunk on a log.
The animal kingdom is full of stinkers
3/29/2021Skunks are certainly the most famous stinkers in the animal kingdom, but they are far from the only ones.
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A brown recluse spider.
What's the difference?: Poisonous vs. venomous
3/25/2021Are animals poisonous or venomous? They can be one or the other, but not usually both. It all has to do with how they deliver their toxins.
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A bald eagle soaring through the air.
Bald eagle numbers have quadrupled since 2009 thanks to conservation effort
3/24/2021The bald eagle population in the contiguous 48 states has quadrupled since 2009, according to a new report from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Rock Run Preserve – Black Road Access reopens after trail improvement project ends
Rock Run Preserve – Black Road Access in Joliet has reopened to the public after being closed for an asphalt improvement project on the Rock Run Greenway Trail since late October.
Channahon teacher wins first place in fall Take It Outside Challenge
Sarah Goodin of Channahon won first place in the Fall Frolic installment of the 2024 Take It Outside Challenge. She completed all 212 missions to win a $500 gift card for first place.