September 3, 2026
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Think of your favorite wildlife — white-tailed deer, woodpeckers, white-footed mice, nuthatches, owls, squirrels. In one way or another they all depend on oak trees for food or...
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County improves the quality of life for all DuPage County residents. Its 26,000 acres of woodlands, prairies, wetlands, and waterways contribute to cleaner air and water, help with flood control, create vital habitats for wildlife, and provide safe spaces where people can boost their physical and mental health. More than 5.5 million people visit its 60 forest preserves, 175 miles of trails, seven education centers, and scores of programs each year.
September 3, 2026
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Asters might very well be the forest preserves’ forgotten flowers. People spend summer gazing at coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and other bright bloomers, but when fall arrives...
August 11, 2026
Feeding Habits of Daring Dragonflies
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Dragonflies – while the origin of their name is a mystery, it is an appropriate description of these voracious predators. Both the aquatic nymphs and the flying adults are some of...
June 18, 2026
Fireflies are a Summer Delight
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The twilight twinkles of fireflies, or lightning bugs, is one of the sure signs of summer. Most of us have fond memories of spending warm summer nights chasing them. Fireflies are...
December 1, 2025
Volunteer Quietly Leads for Nature in DuPage
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The Forest Preserve District is honored to have dedicated volunteers who serve our agency in many ways. That’s why this National Volunteer Week from April 20 – 26, we are...
December 1, 2025
How Mother Nature's Mentor Inspired My Scout Project and Much More
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
In this guest post, Amelia Votava reflects about how Judy Grey, a volunteer steward with the Forest Preserve District, not only helped to mentor her understanding about a...
November 26, 2025
How the Outdoors Ignited Health and Devotion
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Many of us have stories about why or how we've come to love nature. The Millers' is just one of those stories.
September 17, 2024
DuPage Forest Preserves Are Safe Places Preserved for You!
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
DuPage County forest preserves are not only beautiful places preserved for you but also safe places thanks to the dedicated officers of the Forest Preserve District’s police force.
July 6, 2022
Celebrate the Sounds of Summer
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The warm, lazy days of summer are a great time to enjoy the sounds of nature in the preserves, and research shows that pleasant natural sounds are good for your health. They help...
May 6, 2022
DuPage Forest Police Get Improved Eye in the Sky
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County police added a second, more powerful drone to the police force to help improve response and recovery time in the District’s more than...
April 6, 2022
Bald Eagle Released After Treatment at Willowbrook
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
A juvenile bald eagle flew to freedom recently after being treated for lead poisoning at Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.
March 30, 2022
Great Horned Owlet Reunited with Family
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
A great horned owlet was reunited with its family thanks to DuPage Forest Preserve District forestry workers and Willowbrook Wildlife Center.
March 23, 2022
'On Your Left' and Other Trail Tips
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
DuPage forest preserve trails are popular with all kinds of visitors: some on foot, some on wheels and others on horseback.
March 17, 2022
Snowy Owl Soars to Freedom After Treatment at Willowbrook
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
An injured snowy owl soared to freedom this week after being treated for rodenticide poisoning at Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.
March 1, 2022
Meet Some of the District's Wonder Women 2022
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Women’s History Month is a great time to reflect on the hard work, dedication achievements of women in all walks of life. We’d like to introduce you to some of the amazing women...
February 11, 2022
Eagle Reunited With Mate After Poisoning
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
An injured bald eagle has been reunited with its mate this week thanks to a concerned resident, a group of volunteers and Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.
January 7, 2022
Birds Take Wing Again Thanks to Willowbrook
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
A great horned owl, two red-tailed hawks and two Cooper’s hawks soared to freedom again this week after being treated for injuries at Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.
December 10, 2021
Native Landscaping: Start Planning Now
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
It may be wintertime, but now is the time to start planning your garden for next year. It may not seem like it now, but spring will be here before you know it, making this a great...
November 19, 2021
Snow Plowing and Trail Grooming in the Preserves
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
DuPage forest preserves are a magical sight to behold after a freshly fallen snow. We know many of you can’t wait to get out there to see the magnificent beauty, but sometimes...
October 13, 2021
Carrying on the Legacy of the Heritage Shorthorn
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Since acquiring its first Heritage Milking Shorthorn cow, Liberty, in 2018, Kline Creek Farm’s herd of Heritage Milking Shorthorn cattle has been growing. The farm now has four...