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An eastern bluebird on a branch
Nature curiosity: Why is blue so rare in the animal kingdom?
10/24/2020Creatures come in all sizes, shapes and colors, but not all colors are represented equally. Find out why blue is so rare in the animal kingdom.
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An apple core discarded on the ground
Think twice before your drop that apple core on the ground; it's still littering
10/21/2020Food scraps don't decompose as fast as you might think, so leaving your apple cores and banana peels behind is bad news for many reasons.
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A wolf spider walking on pavement
Creature feature: The creepy, crawly wolf spider
10/19/2020With eight long legs, eight eyes and fangs for mouthparts, wolf spiders look scarier than they are. In reality, they aren't dangerous at all, and they play an important role in the ecosystem.
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Ladybugs on a log
What's the difference?: Ladybug vs. lady beetle
10/15/2020Ladybug or lady beetles? Are these creatures one and the same?
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A beaver swimming in water
Nature curiosity: How do beavers hold their breath for so long?
9/30/2020How do beavers stay under water for so long? Their bodies are specially designed for it.
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An orb weaver in a web
Myth buster: Spider silk is as strong as steel? It's not quite so simple
9/25/2020Is spider silk as strong as steel? Yes and no.
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A spiny softshell turtle on a log by water
Creature feature: The more vulnerable spiny softshell turtle
9/23/2020Eastern spiny softshell turtles aren't as large as snapping turtles, but they are one of the biggest freshwater turtles in the United States.
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A side by side comparison of a frog and toad
What's the difference?: Frog vs. toad
9/11/2020Frogs and toads are both amphibians, and the differences between them can be confusing and subtle.
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A row of pelicans on the water
Five fascinating facts about pelicans
9/10/2020The American white pelicans are back, but there's probably a lot you don't know about these big birds. Dive in to learn more about one of the more beloved animals seen in Will County.
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Monarch butterfly on a yellow flower
Creature feature: The treasured monarch
9/8/2020The monarch is the most recognizable butterfly in the United States, but these winged creatures aren't as common as they used to be.
Current Headlines
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.