Little Sprouts Early Learning Center at Pilcher Park Joins Tree-hugging Activities for all Ages to Celebrate the Benefits of Trees Joliet, IL – April 27, … Read more ›
Nature
From the community
During Arbor Week Every Tree Counts at Morton Arboretum and across the city of Chicago and Suburbs
Saturday night is prime time for Lyrids meteoroid watching
Saturday night promises to be cold, a little damp and dark — a great night to be outdoors, if you’re a stargazer. The hours from … Read more ›
From the community
The Glorious Feeling of Spring
Spring. Ah, that feeling! With every change of season, there's an internal shift inside of us, but when spring comes around, that feeling of freshness … Read more ›
Signs opposing county’s deer-culling program disappear
Will County Sheriff’s spokeswoman Kathy Hoffmeyer said today that a bunch of signs urging Homer Glen residents to vote against the Will County Forest Preserve … Read more ›
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Pecatonica gives up 2nd state record Walleye
It wasn’t that long ago when there was a lot of talk about a new state record walleye being caught. On January 7th of this … Read more ›
Homer Glen residents will have their say on deer culling on March 20
Homer Glen residents will have the chance to weigh in at the ballot booth on the issue of deer culling at two Will County forest … Read more ›
Four-leaf clover: Rare variation of a common, edible weed (and may be good luck)
That sometimes pesky white clover creeping into your grass in spring is the same plant that supposedly brings luck to those who find it in … Read more ›
From the community
Star Gazing
On March 15, 2012, see why Midewin offers a great “dark sky” experience for star gazing. Ken Plecki, President of the Kankakee Area Star Gazers, … Read more ›
From the community
Is it Ike’s turn?
After a year of fishing in a variety of tournaments across the nation, 49 of the best anglers will finally compete in the 2012 Bassmaster … Read more ›
From the community
"Fire on The Prairie"
The next Lecture in our 2012 Series is "Fire on the Prairie" on Thursday, February 16, 2012. Join Fire Management Officer Jeff Martina and members … Read more ›
