Articles filed under Forest Preserve Districts
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Old Blackwell landfill near Warrenville could be deleted from Superfund list
Jul 9, 2020 7:41 PM - Thirty years after being designated a Superfund site, a former DuPage County landfill in Blackwell Forest Preserve near Warrenville could be deleted from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Priorities List. -
'It has become something bigger than me': Why fitness trainer runs with American flag
Jul 7, 2020 8:01 AM - When Mark Palmieri runs on Lake County Forest Preserve trails carrying a large American flag, he says he sees "massive positive emotion" from people he encounters. Palmieri, who works as a fitness manager and trainer, is quick to point out that he has not served in the military, but works with those who have served or plan to serve.
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Foal of charm: Danada Equestrian Center welcomes new addition Duke
Jul 2, 2020 4:44 PM - More than a month old, the first foal born at Danada in more than a decade remains the center of attention in the paddocks and a Kentucky-style barn steeped in history. -
Forest Preserve District of Kane County, Chi-Yak Adventures offer youth kayak fishing programsJul 2, 2020 1:39 AM - Learn the skills involved in fishing from a watercraft and pick up a few pointers for improving your angling skills, during Youth Kayak Fishing programs.
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Algae bloom reported at Herrick LakeJul 1, 2020 6:02 PM - An active blue-green algae bloom was confirmed this week at Herrick Lake Forest Presrve in Wheaton. Such blooms can make pets, children and people with weak immune systems sick if they ingest or inhale water that has algae present.
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Forest Preserves of Cook County opens more in Phase 4Jul 1, 2020 12:37 PM - To coincide with the move to Phase 4 of the Office of the Governor's Restore Illinois plan, over the next two weeks the Forest Preserves of Cook County will reopen its iconic Swallow Cliff Stairs and the grounds and trails at its six nature centers.
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COVID-19 restrictions remain in place in Lake County forest preserves for holiday weekendJun 30, 2020 5:36 PM - On what normally would be a busy holiday weekend with cookouts, picnics and large family gatherings in Lake County forest preseves, officials are encouraging residents to celebrate at home intead because of COVID-19 restrictions.
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Enjoy nature with 'Fresh Air' virtual art exhibit
Jun 25, 2020 9:52 AM - Artists from Project Onward announce the opening of "Fresh Air," a virtual exhibition featuring Chicago area natural treasures Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods and sites within the Forest Preserves of Cook County. -
Remove the Graue Mill dam? Public soon can weigh in on controversial proposal
Jun 25, 2020 5:28 AM - A group working to improve DuPage County's rivers is preparing to take public comment on a controversial proposal to remove the Graue Mill dam at Fullersburg Woods in Oak Brook. -
McHenry County Conservation District offers 'Yoga in Nature' evening seriesJun 24, 2020 6:07 PM - Start your week off right by relaxing through "Yoga in Nature" with McHenry County Conservation District.
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