The Forest Preserve District distributes timely news releases, monthly e-newsletters and a quarterly publication about conservation initiatives, preservation of natural resources, health-and-wellness opportunities and projects designed to connect our visitors to nature in DuPage forest preserves.
Support Forest Preserve District Conservation Efforts With 3:1 Matching Challenge From Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation
Published 1/31/23
Willowbrook Wildlife Center to Receive $2 Million for Efficiency Improvements Thanks to Rep. Sean Casten
Published 1/4/23
Forest Preserve District Approves 2023 Budget and 2022 Tax Levy
Published 12/22/22
Forest Preserve District Closes Forest Preserves and Facilities Dec. 23 Due to Forecast for Unsafe Conditions
Published 12/22/22
Newly Elected Forest Preserve District Sworn In
Published 12/8/22
Get Ready for a Flurry of Winter Fun!
Published 12/2/22
Play It Safe in the Outdoors This Winter
Published 12/2/22
Support DuPage Forest Preserves on Giving Tuesday and Through 2022
Published 11/28/22
DuPage Forest Preserve 2023 Annual Permits Go on Sale Dec. 1
Published 11/18/22
Take Exclusive Tour of DuPage Forest Preserve District's Urban Stream Research Center Nov. 19
Published 11/3/22
Forest Preserve District Awarded Grant to Restore Woodland at Blackwell
Published 11/1/22
Why You Might See More Coyotes This Time of Year
Published 10/27/22
Prescribed Fire Season Set to Begin in DuPage Forest Preserves
Published 10/26/22
Forest Preserve District Officials Join Local Trail Enthusiasts to Celebrate Important Trail Connection
Published 10/21/22
On the Road This Fall? Watch for Deer!
Published 10/7/22
Have Fun in the Fields at Kline Creek Farm's Annual Corn Harvest
Published 10/7/22
Forest Preserve District Hosts Solarbration
Published 10/5/22
Public Invited to Comment Online On Plans for Blackwell, Greene Valley, and Waterfall Glen
Published 9/29/22
Fall Festival at Danada, Forest Preserve District's Largest Event, Returns for Two Days
Published 9/21/22
Forest Preserve District Hosts Parking Lot Party at Waterfall Glen on Oct. 1
Published 9/20/22
Ceremonial Groundbreaking Celebrates New Net-Zero-Designed Willowbrook Wildlife Center and Visitor Center
Published 8/16/22
District Volunteer Program Finalist for Governor's Hometown Award
Published 8/9/22
Visitors Invited to Join "Pollinators of DuPage" Bioblitz Aug. 20 – 28
Published 8/8/22
Get Moving With Take a Hike! Challenge Starting in September
Published 7/28/22
Support DuPage Forest Preserves Through A Night for Nature Sept. 15
Published 7/26/22
Mayslake Renovation Project Kicks Off
Published 7/18/22
Go Native in Your Garden at Fall Native Tree and Shrub Sale
Published 7/7/22
District's Fleet Ranked No. 4 in Nation
Published 6/6/22
Planning a Party, Field Trip, or Corporate Event? Book a 'Find It at Fullersburg' Outing
Published 5/25/22
Board Approves Project That Transforms Willowbrook Wildlife Center
Published 4/19/22
Sign Up for Text Alerts and More for Latest on DuPage Forest Preserves
Published 3/22/22
Assorted Items for Sale Through Online Auctions
Published 3/17/22
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Members of the media may contact us for information or photos about our conservation projects, restoration initiatives, upcoming projects, and events and programs.
Beth Schirott, Community Relations
630-871-6401
bschirott@dupageforest.org
Anamari Dorgan, Director, Community Engagement Services
630-462-5654
adorgan@dupageforest.org
3S580 Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
630-933-7200
forest@dupageforest.org
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Forest Preserve District is committed to making its facilities accessible to all visitors. Contact 630-933-7683 or TTY 800-526-0857.