Articles filed under Forest Preserve Districts
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Dragon boat races in Busse Woods' South Pool: Watch this cool drone footageJul 28, 2018 1:00 am - Dragon boat racing has been part of Chinese culture for 2,500 years and a fun way to spend a Saturday in the Northwest suburbs for the past seven. Racers and representat...
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Burlington Northern Railroad work to briefly close a portion of the Illinois Prairie PathJul 25, 2018 11:00 pm - The Burlington Northern Railroad will prompt intermittent closures of a portion of the Illinois Prairie Path in Batavia next week. Burlington Northern Railroad will be r...
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Cicadas are a noisy, natural part of summerJul 25, 2018 5:00 am - There's nothing to fear when it comes to cicadas. You don't have to take any precautions. The experts have no tips to help you deal with them. The bottom line is this: T...
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Seniors invited to monthly stroll with naturalistsJul 24, 2018 11:00 pm - Senior citizens, come along on a leisurely guided stroll through natural areas in the Kane County forest preserves. Each month, naturalists with the Forest Preserve Dist...
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Egrets, herons monitored at Cook County forest preserveJul 24, 2018 11:00 pm - After a short boat ride from the shores of Northwest Cook County's Baker's Lake, wildlife biologists and veterinarians visit a small island with a towering wooden rooker...
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Happy trails: Top 10 nature walks in Kane CountyJul 24, 2018 6:00 am - It's no secret that spending time outdoors enjoying the fresh air, the smells, and sounds of nature can be rejuvenating and very good for your physical and spiritual hea...
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Environmental, economic benefits of propane vehicles showcased at Clean Cities eventJul 23, 2018 11:00 pm - In its drive to reduce harmful transportation emissions, the Chicago Area Clean Cities Coalition, along with the Propane Education & Research Council, invites fleet mana...
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Families can try archery during open houseJul 22, 2018 11:00 pm - People curious about archery can learn about the classic sport and even test their skills during the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's upcoming Archery Open Ho...
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MCCD offers 'August Adventures'Jul 22, 2018 11:00 pm - Submitted by MCCD The McHenry County Conservation District will offer a variety of nature programs in August. Visit www.MCCDistrict.org to view all program and event off...
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Dragon boat races come to Busse Woods SaturdayJul 20, 2018 1:00 am - The Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival comes to Busse Woods in Elk Grove Village on Saturday, July 28, featuring a day of racing, an Asian cultural village and f...