Reclaim Your Vitality by Going into Nature

Sponsored Content Being in nature reminds us that vitality involves creativity and change. Author Carl Greer believes nature observes us as we observe it and has many lessons to teach us. Read More »

Forest Preserves Offer Winter Activities

There are so many amazing ways for visitors and families to recreate outside in nature during the winter, and there's no better place to experience the season and improve your physical and mental wellness than in your forest preserves. Read More »

Joy of Meditation Buddhist Retreat

Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Chokyi will share methods to overcome the turbulence of our minds so that we can connect more deeply with the stillness, happiness and contentment that is naturally abiding within us. Read More »

Forest Preserve February Programs Feature Groundhogs, Bees and Bombie

Forest Preserve District of Will County program topics include groundhogs, bird-watching, Valentine’s Day, fossils, bees and even the Abominable Snowman! Read More »

Build Your Own Prairie

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie and partners will provide prairie planting information to gardeners during two virtual panel discussions in January and February. Read More »

Midewin Focuses on Veterans

The 2022 At Ease Date Planner features photos taken by U.S. military veterans and family members through Brushwood Center’s At Ease Nature and Art Platoon at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Read More »

Nature Museums Offer Indoor Learning and Exploration in Winter

Sometimes it’s just too cold to spend a lot of time outdoors exploring nature in winter. Local centers offer free indoor nature experiences for visitors that include holding a snake, studying animal tracks, watching birds at feeders or peering at bees in a hive. Read More »