A brand-new, 1.25-mile connector trail between Whalon Lake in Will County and Greene Valley Forest Preserve in DuPage County opened last Friday, expanding hiking, biking, and running options in the area. Locals say the link makes exploring the area's trail networks safer by eliminating the need to cross major roads.
A collection of 177 park-themed quilts will be on display in June and July in several forest preserve sites.
$5.1 million in grants will help the forest preserves complete missing trail segments within four years.
Land managers struggle to protect the last white lady's slipper orchid plant in the preserve system.
500 dockless bikes will make it easier for people to pull off a cruise in the woods.
The Cook County Forest Preserves comprise 69,000-plus acres. WBEZ asks: Whose foresight was it?
The new events will offer an after-hours peek at the woods.
Fort Sheridan debuts new accessible trails, educational exhibits, and trailhead amenities.
The joining of two nonprofits should improve natural resource management north of the city.
