2018 News Releases

Artist Proposals Sought for 'Reclaimed Beauty,' Outdoor Exhibit at Mayslake
Published 12/6/18

Test Your Fishing Skills at Popular Hard Water Classic Ice Fishing Tourney Feb 9
Published 12/5/18

Spend an Enchanted Evening with 'Wizards, Wands & Wildlife' at Mayslake Jan. 4 & 5
Published 12/4/18

Reminder to Play it Safe Outdoors in Winter
Published 11/28/18

New Board President to be Sworn into Office at Dec. 3 Inauguration Ceremony
Published 11/28/18

DuPage Preserves Offers a Flurry of Winter Fun
Published 11/27/18

2019 Annual Permits Go on Sale Dec. 1 Online and Dec. 3 at District HQ
Published 11/20/18

Volunteer Appointed to Friends Board
Published 11/14/18

Help Fund Key Forest Preserve District Projects on #GivingTuesday Nov. 27
Published 11/13/18

Celebrate the Holiday Season with Forest Preserve District Programs
Published 11/9/18

District President Creates Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Uses for Greene Farm Barn
Published 11/6/18

Celebrate Illinois' Bicentennial by Exploring Famous Memoirs at Nov. 16 Mayslake Program
Published 10/29/18

Why You May See More Coyotes in Winter
Published 10/25/18

Board President Supports East Branch DuPage River Greenway Trail
Published 10/24/18

District Begins Fall Prescription Burn Season to Benefit Preserve Habitats
Published 10/22/18

Enjoy Chicagoland's Only Fly-Fishing and -Tying Show Nov. 11 at Mayslake
Published 10/17/18

Volunteers Sought for 'Make a Difference Day' Oct. 27
Published 10/9/18

Be Part of the Fall Harvest at Kline Creek Farm's Annual Corn Harvest Oct. 20 & 21
Published 10/3/18 

Motorists Reminded to Use Caution During Deer Breeding Season
Published 10/2/18

Celebrate Autumn at the Popular Fall Festival at Danada Oct. 14
Published 9/27/18

Tickets Go on Sale Oct. 6 for Popular Halloween Night Walks at Fullersburg Woods
Published 9/26/18 

Fall Rainbow Trout Season Opens Oct. 20 in DuPage Forest Preserves
Published 9/25/18

Horse-Drawn Hayrides Return to Danada Equestrian Center Sept. 22
Published 9/19/18

Tour District's Urban Stream Research Center at Sept. 15 Open House
Published 8/28/18

Explore 1890s Dairy Farming at 'Dairy Day' at Kline Creek Farm Sept. 8
Published 8/27/18

Enjoy an Outdoor Gypsy Jazz Concert at Mayslake Peabody Estate Sept. 9
Published 8/27/18

Bid on Rare Ways to Connect with Nature at 'A Night for Nature' Benefit Sept. 20
Published 8/21/18

Celebrate Labor Day at 1890s Country Fair at Kline Creek Farm Sept. 1 & 2
Published 8/13/18

Archery Open House Showcases Popular Sport at Blackwell Aug. 4
Published 7/18/18

Relax and Rejuvenate with Shinrin-Yoku and Other District Programs
Published 7/17/18

Enjoy Music, Art, Theater and Nature at 'Discover Mayslake' July 21
Published 6/28/18

District Approves 'Bridge' Budget As It Transitions to New Budget Cycle
Published 6/21/18 

District Recognized for Outstanding Fleet Seventh Year in a Row
Published 6/18/18

Celebrate the 'Glorious Fourth' at June 30 Kline Creek Farm Event
Published 6/14/18

Ribbon-Cutting to Celebrate New Segment of West Branch DuPage River Trail
Published 6/13/18

District Celebrates Opening of Oldfield Oaks Off-Leash Dog Area June 19
Published 6/11/18

The Preserve at Oak Meadows Wins 'Renovation of the Year' Award from Golf Inc.
Published 6/5/18

Public Input Sought on Future Use of Greene Farm Barn at June 16 Open House
Published 6/4/18

District Officials Celebrate McDowell Grove Bridge Reopening May 29
Published 5/22/18

Kids and Families Invited to Just for Kids Fishing Derby at Blackwell June 10
Published 5/17/18

District Honors Volunteers at Annual Awards Banquet
Published 5/10/18

District Adds 'Mussel' to Kane, McHenry County Conservation Efforts
Published 5/2/18

Go Native at District's Native Plant Sale at Mayslake May 11 & 12
Published 4/26/18

'The Art of Pollinators' Exhibit Opens May 2 at Mayslake Peabody Estate
Published 4/25/18

Motorists Reminded to Use Caution to Avoid Turtles This Spring
Published 4/25/18

Explore Volunteer Butterfly Monitoring Program at May 5 Workshop
Published 4/24/18

Free Wood Chips Available at Blackwell Nursery May 19
Published 4/18/18

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day May 12 at Willowbrook Wildlife Center
Published 4/18/18

Scenic Overlook at Greene Valley Opens for Season May 5
Published 4/11/18

See DuPage Preserves in a Different Light with Sunrise and Sunset Programs
Published 4/10/18

Blackwell Family Campground Opens for Season May 4
Published 4/9/18

Sheep Shearing at Lamb and Wool Festival at Kline Creek Farm April 21 & 22
Published 4/2/18

Celebrate Earth Day by Lending a Helping Hand at District Volunteer Workdays
Published 3/28/18

District Modifies 2018 Event Schedule Due to St. James Farm Improvement Project
Published 3/27/18

Volunteer Appointed to Friends Board
Published 3/22/18

Trout Season Opens April 7 in DuPage Forest Preserves
Published 3/22/18

Willowbrook Wildlife Center Welcomes Donations During Busy Spring Season
Published 3/21/18

Vehicles, Equipment & Assorted Items for Sale in Online Auctions Starting March 26
Published 3/20/18

Presale Orders Begin March 12 for District's Annual Native Plant Sale on May 11 & 12
Published 3/12/18

Kids Trout Fishing Program March 31 at Wood Dale Grove
Published 3/8/18

District Begins Spring Prescription Burn Season to Benefit Forest Preserve Habitats
Published 3/5/18

Forest Preserve District Earns Two Awards for County Farm Road Bridge Project
Published 2/13/18

Tap Into Sweet Traditions at Two DuPage Forest Preserves
Published 2/12/18

Discover How to Help Protect Endangered Insects at Feb. 20 Mayslake Program
Published 2/6/18 

District Seeks Artwork for 'The Art of Pollinators' Exhibit at Mayslake in May
Published 2/5/18 

Be Part of Global 'Great Backyard Bird Count' with Feb. 18 Program
Published 1/31/18 

Donations Sought to Fund Staircase Restoration at Mayslake Peabody Estate
Published 1/29/18

Possible Cougar Sighting at East Branch Forest Preserve Under Investigation
Published 1/19/18

Take 5 with District's 'Forest Fitness Walk' Series Starting Feb. 5
Published 1/17/18

Chicago Man Wins Grand Prize with 29.375-inch Northern Pike at 2018 'Hard Water Classic'
Published 1/17/18

'Wonders of Winter' Feb. 3 at Mayslake Offers Sure Cure for Winter Blues
Published 1/9/18

Explore Nature at Fun Spring Break and Summer Camps for Kids and Teens
Published 1/2/18