This “Good Natured” article is written by Pam Otto, the manager of nature programs and interpretive services at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, a facility…
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hosting two Snowmobile Safety Classes for anyone who wants to learn about snowmobiling on Nov. 4 and…
Riding a bicycle along the trails in Kane County is about to get a little easier, thanks to a forthcoming grant to the Forest Preserve…
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County made its first investments in new property, since passing a referendum in April of this year. The Forest…
With all the real concern following cataclysmic California wildfires that have left at least 36 dead and 5,700 homes and businesses destroyed, it’s good to…
Nature Nearby is written by Naturalist Valerie Blaine, who is nuts about trees. She is also the nature programs manager for the Forest Preserve District…
Help plant oak trees, collect seeds and brush-clear, as part of National Public Lands Day! The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is calling for…
Fox River Trail users in Dundee Township may experience brief closures for three weeks, beginning Sept. 20, due to a planned trail-resurfacing project. Each year,…
September is a great month to get yourself, your children, your family and friends outside. And there’s no better way to do that than with…
Nature Nearby is written by Valerie Blaine, the nature programs manager for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. You may reach her at blainevalerie@kaneforest.com….