Monday, June 4Children’s Farm Chores — Kids, learn firsthand how 1890s children helped around the house and farm. On Mondays, help with mom’s chores; on … Read more ›
Nature
From the community
Aquatic Invasive Species Found at a Lake Near You
Asian carp. Zebra and quagga mussels. Brazilian elodea and Eurasian watermilfoil. Their names read like a list of recent headlines. All of these aquatic animals … Read more ›
From the community
Events in DuPage Forest Preserves: May 7 – 13
For more information on the many programs and places of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, call 630-933-7200, or visit dupageforest.org. Monday, May 7Compass … Read more ›
From the community
Blackwell Family Campground To Open May 4
This summer, spend nighttime enjoying the stars and daytime exploring the outdoors at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Blackwell Family Campground in Warrenville, … Read more ›
From the community
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day
Discover one of nature’s sensational seasonal events with a flock of fun activities and bird walks during the “International Migratory Bird Day Celebration” at Willowbrook … Read more ›
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 ›
Warm weather has ticks out earlier than normal this year
The drawback to our mild winter and early, unusually warm spring is that ticks — those tiny, potentially dangerous creatures — have come out early. … Read more ›
From the community
Greene Valley Scenic Overlook to Open for Season
See a soaring hawk, launch a model glider, and maybe even glimpse the Chicago skyline from the scenic overlook at Greene Valley Forest Preserve in … Read more ›
From the community
EcoFest 2012 brings live birds of prey show May 12 to the Naperville Riverwalk
Kids, families, and all ages are invited to the Naperville Park District’s EcoFest 2012, a new event that will take place Sat., May 12 at … Read more ›
From the community
Sheep-Shearing Weekend at Kline Creek Farm
Coats, carpets and sweaters are just a few of the products made from wool. But how does wool get from the sheep to the shop? … Read more ›
