Illinois may be known as the Prairie State, but we’ve got some awesome trees here, as well as grasses. Come along on a guided hike…
Editor’s Note: “Roadside Botany” is a snapshot look at the amazing plant life that can be found in Kane County, IL, with photography and text…
Users of the Illinois Prairie Path in Wayne may experience delays Sept. 26-30, due to a tree-trimming project. Asplundh, a contractor for ComEd, will be…
Come learn about the volunteer opportunities available with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County at an upcoming Volunteer Open House. Volunteers are needed in…
Kane County residents have a chance to be part of the nation’s largest single-day, volunteer event for public lands — National Public Lands Day, set…
From an insect wonderland to nature’s harvests, there are a lot of fun fall activities for preschoolers coming up at Creek Bend Nature Center at…
Nature Nearby is written by Valerie Blaine, nature programs manager for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. You can reach her at blainevalerie@kaneforest.com. Do…
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County refinanced nearly $65 million in general obligation bonds, Aug. 24, a move that will ultimately save taxpayers $10…
Have you noticed anything going up at the Fabyan Forest Preserve lately? The Forest Preserve District of Kane County mentions on its Facebook page that…
“Nature Nearby” is written by Forest Preserve District of Kane County Nature Programs Manager Valerie Blaine, whose home base is Creek Bend Nature Center in…
