November 24, 2020
What Do Bees Do in the Winter?
Charlie Linnell and Duane Marski
One of the more frequent questions we beekeepers are asked is “What do bees do in the winter?”
DuPage Forest Blog
Read the latest blog story from the Forest Preserve District, and connect to nature in DuPage.
November 17, 2020
Whether you’re new to hiking or a regular walker on DuPage forest preserve’s 166 miles of trails, there are at least 6 essentials you should bring with you every time you head out...
October 27, 2020
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Ranging in size from half an inch to over two inches, these large, hairy spiders may be the fuel of nightmares for some people.
October 15, 2020
When the sweaters come out and the kids are back at school, you know it’s time for another sure sign of the season: fall colors. You also know that you need go no farther than...
October 1, 2020
Now that fall’s officially here, we’re starting to see the first signs of color in our forest preserves. So it’s only natural that people want to know what to expect in the way of...
September 29, 2020
Celebrate the Mighty Oak in OAKtober
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
It’s fall and that means trees will soon be showing their colors. Who can resist a stroll on a crisp fall afternoon to gaze at nature’s colorful changes?
September 24, 2020
Do you like birds and wish you knew more about them? There are a few simple steps you can take to welcome birds in to your backyard and begin to identify them.
September 14, 2020
Relocating Fish to a New Spring Brook
Restoration of Spring Brook as it flows through Blackwell Forest Preserve includes building a new stream channel and removing a dam to provide better habitat and a gentler slope...
September 9, 2020
Bee Informed About Native Bees
Did you know Illinois is home to more than 500 species of native bees?
September 3, 2020
Colt Inspires Volunteer's Artwork
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The birth of a newborn — a foal, that is —inspired Danada Equestrian Center volunteer Deb Yatka to pick up her pencils and begin to sketch — something she hasn’t done for many...
September 2, 2020
Have you ever planned a hiking trip at a DuPage forest preserve, only to find out that the sunny nice day you were planning has turned into a grey, rainy day?
August 28, 2020
Blanding's Yearlings Released in DuPage Preserves
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
With perpetual smiles on their faces, Blanding’s turtle yearlings raised by DuPage Forest Preserve District partners were recently released in DuPage forest preserves.
August 26, 2020
Keep Away! Hogweed, Hemlock and Parsnip
Many plants have amazing adaptations that protect them from being eaten or destroyed by other organisms. That’s good for them but can be bad for people who come in contact with...
August 18, 2020
Five Ways to Relax in DuPage Forest Preserves
With everything that’s happening in the world, it helps to find ways to take time for ourselves and relax. And it’s good for you!
August 13, 2020
Have you ever seen something fluttering in the air that looks like a cigar with wings? Is it a bat? Is it a bird? It’s likely a chimney swift.
August 11, 2020
A Decade of Studying the Baltimore Checkerspot Butterfly
Populations of the Baltimore checkerspot butterfly have grown from little more than 100 to 1,000 in the more than 10 years DuPage Forest Preserve District ecologists have been...
August 4, 2020
Barred Owl Soars to Freedom with Help from Willowbrook
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
A barred owl injured after being struck by a vehicle was one of many birds released on a recent sunny day at McDowell Grove Forest Preserve after being treated at Willowbrook...
August 4, 2020
A lot of people are looking for fun things to do outdoors close to home. If you haven’t already, why not try fishing?
July 30, 2020
Red Fox Finds Freedom After Treatment at Willowbrook
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
A red fox treated at Willowbrook Wildlife Center for mange regained his freedom after being released recently at McDowell Grove Forest Preserve in Naperville.
July 27, 2020
Wildlife Myths: Can Frogs Give You Warts?
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Many of us have been discouraged from getting a closer look at a frog by someone claiming that handling a frog can give you warts.