Articles filed under Forest Preserve Districts
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Volunteers clear invasive species in DuPage forest preserveJan 05, 2019 12:00 am - The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County held a Volunteer Restoration Workday Saturday at Maple Grove Forest Preserve in Downers Grove. Volunteers cleared away plan...
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Forest preserve hike offers healthy start to new yearJan 04, 2019 5:00 am - For the longest time, I was a "non-winter" walker. As soon as cold weather set in, my wife was on her own in terms of walking the dog. Over time, she convinced me that p...
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Forest preserve planning 'Reclaimed Beauty' exhibitJan 03, 2019 10:00 pm - Artist proposals are being sought by March 5 for "Reclaimed Beauty," an outdoor installation exhibit of recycled and repurposed materials at the Forest Preserve District...
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Recycle your Christmas tree at Lake County forest preserveDec 31, 2018 12:00 am - The Lake County Forest Preserve District is accepting undecorated, real Christmas trees for recycling through Feb. 1. Donated trees are chipped and used for trails and l...
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Learn how to stay safe in snowmobile class Jan. 5Dec 25, 2018 10:00 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will host a Snowmobile Safety Class for anyone who wants to learn about snowmobiling from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5. ...
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Sign up for nature center story timeDec 19, 2018 10:00 pm - Sign-up your preschooler for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County's Story Time at the Nature Center series. Upcoming Story Times are from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesd...
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Learn about coyotes during Jan. 19 guided hikeDec 19, 2018 10:00 pm - Coyotes are abundant in Kane County, and they captivate the imagination with their yipping in the night and their secretive habits. Learn about coyotes in Kane County fr...
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New trail coming to forest preserve near WayneDec 18, 2018 12:00 am - Work is expected to start this summer on a roughly $1.3 million project that would make it easier for the public to enjoy Dunham Forest Preserve near Wayne. DuPage Count...
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Join New Year's Hike with naturalist Jan. 1Dec 17, 2018 10:00 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County has set a New Year's Hike from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 1, at Creek Bend Nature Center in St. Charles. Start the new year w...
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Shedding light on the importance of darkness to natureDec 17, 2018 5:00 am - "Boy, it's dark!" I mutter at 4:30 p.m. when I leave the nature center. My husband winks as he reminds me that this happens every December and that I say exactly the sam...