Nature Archives

pollinators at Birch Street Townhomes, Dominic Balmaseda

Reviving Pollinators: The Birch Street Townhomes Model

Learn about the impact of climate change on pollinators & how residents of Birch Street Townhomes are working to save them. #pollinators

November 4, 2023 by John Ostenburg Comments are Disabled

Take a bus trip to see sandhill cranes as they gather for migration during the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Sandhill Crane Experience program on Saturday, Nov. 18. Registration is required by Friday, Nov. 3. (Forest Preserve photo | Bob Bryerton)

Spot Sandhill Cranes in Will County and More This November

Enjoy a slow guided hike to see sandhill cranes at Plum Creek Nature Center, Shorewood. Free for all ages. Register by Nov. 3.

October 31, 2023 by eNews Park Forest Comments are Disabled

group of people standing on a bridge with a man cutting a ribbon

At Long Last, Somonauk Nature Adventure Park Officially Opens

Somonauk Nature Adventure Park officially opens with Fall Fest! There were Main Street Market vendors, games, giveaways, and more.

October 3, 2023 by John Hudzik Comments are Disabled

Discover the Magic of Pelican Watch in Will County

Unaware the pelicans visit Will County yearly? Visit Four Rivers Environmental Education Center for the annual Pelican Watch! #PelicanWatch

September 11, 2023 by Forest Preserve District of Will County Comments are Disabled

Say goodbye to summer with a fishing derby at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook. Two sessions of the Summer Sendoff Fishing Derby are set for 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. (Photo by Forest Preserve staff | Anthony Schalk)

Explore the Wonders of September Will Co. Forest Preserve

Say goodbye to the summer of 2023 with exceptional programs from the September Forest Preserve of Will County.

September 7, 2023 by Forest Preserve District of Will County Comments are Disabled

Dangerous Heat Index Prompts Suspension Of Boat Rentals At Monee Reservoir

Discover why boat rentals and outdoor BYOB Bingo programs were canceled at Monee Reservoir and Hickory Creek Preserve due to dangerous temperatures and high heat indexes in Will County, IL.

August 23, 2023 by Forest Preserve District of Will County Comments are Disabled

recycle your bicycle, squirrel and nature play, sunrise paddle

Recycle Your Bicycle for a Great Cause with Will County

Forest Preserve District of Will County will feature paddling, how to recycle your bicycle, a bird hike, and a squirrel program for kids.

August 23, 2023 by Forest Preserve District of Will County Comments are Disabled

The Forest Preserve District of Will County will host a Magical Monarchs program on Aug. 2 at Plum Creek Nature Center in Crete Township. (Forest Preserve staff photo | Glenn P. Knoblock)

Celebrate Hummingbirds, Monarchs, and Bees With the Forest Preserve District

Will County-(ENEWSPF)- Don’t despair that summer is waning; instead, celebrate the hummingbirds, monarchs, and bees highlighted in early August programs hosted by the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Here is the lineup: Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout: Aug. 2 through Aug. 31, Hidden[Read More…]

July 24, 2023 by Forest Preserve District of Will County Comments are Disabled