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Events in DuPage Forest Preserves: June 4 – 10

By Forest Preserve District DuPage County | Thursday at 3:54 p.m.

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 ›

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Events in DuPage Forest Preserves: May 21 – 27

By Forest Preserve District DuPage County | May 8 at 1:47 p.m.

Monday, May 21Forest Fitness Walk — Join a naturalist for a brisk weekly walk, and enjoy some healthy exercise as you take in the wonders … Read more ›

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Events in DuPage Forest Preserves: May 14 – 20

By Forest Preserve District DuPage County | May 3 at 2:09 p.m.

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 14Forest … Read more ›

Gabbriella, 2, was attacked by a coyote outside of her Wheaton home in February, her owner said. (Photo provided)

Fewer coyote sightings in Wheaton, but small pets still at risk

By Michelle Manchir | May 3 at 9:30 a.m.

The number of coyote sightings in Wheaton has dropped significantly, but the wild animal remains a threat to small pets in the city, according to … Read more ›

SCARCE, located at 799 Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn, could lose its funding from DuPage County this summer. (Michelle Manchir/TribLocal)

Funding for environmental group faces hurdles

By Michelle Manchir | May 1 at 3:51 p.m.

DuPage County could find a way to continue funding and keep afloat a popular environmental advocacy group based in Glen Ellyn, some county board members … Read more ›

Saturday night is prime time for Lyrids meteoroid watching

April 21 at 12:53 p.m.

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 ›

Black-legged ticks like this female work their way up the mammal chain as they evolve, until they can suck blood -- and possibly transmit pathogents -- to humans and their pets. (Chuck Berman, Chicago Tribune / April 2, 2012)

Warm weather has ticks out earlier than normal this year

April 18 at 6:56 a.m.

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 ›

Discover the recreational opportunities at the highest open ground in DuPage County at Greene Valley Forest Preserve.

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Greene Valley Scenic Overlook to Open for Season

By Forest Preserve District DuPage County | April 16 at 9:34 a.m.

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 ›

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Events in DuPage Forest Preserves: April 23 – 29

By Forest Preserve District DuPage County | April 12 at 10:11 a.m.

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, April 23From … Read more ›