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A dragonfly on green leaves
What's the difference?: Dragonfly vs. damselfly
6/28/2019Read moreIs that big, buzzing insect a dragonfly or a damselfly? Learn how to tell the difference.
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A wasp on the ground
These wasps eat their hosts from the inside out
6/27/2019Read moreIchneumon wasps are scary-looking insects, but what many people think is a dangerous stinger is really used for laying eggs.
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Gnats swarming in the air
Nature curiosity: Why do gnats swarm?
6/19/2019Read moreHave you ever ridden a bike through a swarm of gnats and gotten a mouth full of bugs? There's a good reason why they congregate like that.
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A bullfrog in the water
Creature feature: The boisterous bullfrog
6/18/2019Read moreThe American bullfrog is common in the lakes and ponds across Will County. Do you know how to identify it?
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Kids sitting on ground by a pond
It's official: Study proves spending time outdoors is good for you
6/14/2019Read moreWe've long known time spent in the great outdoors is good for you, but now we know exactly how much time we have to spend outside to reap the benefits. According to a study, spending two hours outside each week is good for your health and well-being.
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A bee on a plant
Nature curiosity: Why do bees sting?
6/11/2019Read moreBees sting for a simple reason: to defend themselves from danger.
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An eastern hognose snake on the ground
'Zombie snakes' have gone viral, but they aren't dangerous to humans
6/11/2019Read moreZombie snakes on the loose? Not really. These snakes are just playing dead to protect themselves from predators, and they pose no risk to humans.
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A split screen view of wild parsnip and golden alexander
What's the difference?: Wild parsnip vs. golden alexander
5/31/2019Read moreKnowing the difference between wild parsnip and golden alexander could save you from a painful, burning rash.
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Tick on a blade of grass
New citizen science program: The tick's in the mail
5/31/2019Read moreYou can help researchers learn more about ticks in Illinois by dropping them in the mail.
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Luna moth on a window
Creature feature: The lovely luna moth
5/28/2019Read moreThe lovely luna moth is prized by many for its beauty. But there's more to these moths than just their outward appearance.
Current Headlines
Joliet Junction Trail section to close in December for Interstate 80 work
A section of the Joliet Junction Trail is scheduled to be closed for several days in December due to an Interstate 80 improvement project. The trail will be closed from McDonough Street to Moen Avenue.
Healing With Nature: Crete man battling cancer finds health and hope on paths at Goodenow Grove
Tom Scott of Crete is giving thanks this year for the people in his life who pushed him to start walking at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve as he was recovering from cancer. The daily hikes have given him better health, hope for the future and a new appreciation of nature.