Articles filed under DuPage County Forest Preserve District
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With views of Chicago skyline, Greene Valley overlook to open for the season May 7Apr 28, 2022 1:00 am - Take in captivating views of the Chicago skyline from the top of a 190-foot-tall summit when the scenic overlook at Greene Valley Forest Preserve near Naperville opens f...
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Itasca's Robert Watt brings volunteer experience to the Friends boardApr 14, 2022 11:00 pm - Retired Itasca consultant Robert Watt has been appointed to the board of directors of the Friends of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, the district's 501(c)...
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How major overhaul aims to make Willowbrook Wildlife Center friendlier to environment, animalsApr 14, 2022 5:30 am - A new wildlife clinic and visitor center could become the first "net zero" building in the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. Forest preserve commissioners are s...
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DuPage County Forest Preserve District seeks volunteers for Earth WeekApr 06, 2022 1:00 am - The DuPage County Forest Preserve District celebrates Earth Week by hosting a series of volunteer workdays throughout April. Families and groups tied to schools, churche...
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Mayslake Peabody Estate hosts nature-inspired art exhibitMar 21, 2022 1:00 am - The Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook will display artwork by DuPage County Forest Preserve District employees and volunteers through the end of April. "Hidden Creati...
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Candidates line up for DuPage County forest preserve electionsMar 16, 2022 1:00 am - Democrats running for seats on the DuPage County Forest Preserve board can expect a quieter primary season than the near double-digit field of candidates on the Republic...
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Introduce young anglers to trout fishing at pre-season program March 26Mar 14, 2022 11:00 pm - Kids, age 15 or younger, are invited to feel the thrill of catching a fish at "Trout Fishing for Kids" on Saturday, March 26, with the DuPage Forest Preserve District. I...
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Mayslake Peabody Estate to close in May for renovationsMar 07, 2022 4:27 am - The century-old Mayslake Hall at the Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook is set to close for exterior renovations. The 1920s Tudor revival-style mansion will largely sh...
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Trout fishing for kids in Wood DaleMar 07, 2022 12:00 am - The DuPage Forest Preserve District hosts "Trout Fishing for Kids" at Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve in Wood Dale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 26. Kids ages 15 a...
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Sweet tradition: Learn the secrets of turning sap to syrup at various maple sugaring festsMar 04, 2022 5:00 am - The maple sap is flowing, which is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Learn how maple syrup is made, and maybe even try your hand at tapping a tree, at o...