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.
The Cook County Forest Preserves comprise 69,000-plus acres. WBEZ asks: Whose foresight was it?
Lanierland and Matt Community Parks opened brand-new paths this month.
The new events will offer an after-hours peek at the woods.
The pilot program is experimenting with ways to reduce conflict between trail users.
The Divvy program rolls out four food-themed bikes, a membership discount, and plans to expand.
