We are please to introduce the newest member of the Forest Preserve of Winnebago County, Liz Hucker!

Moths and butterflies are both well known, especially during the summer and fall months. But what sets them apart from each other?

There is no denying the unique song of the cicadas during the Midwest summer months. Let’s dive in to some fascinating cicada facts!

Bees play a critical roll in our ecosystem, here are five things you can do to “bee” the change and help save the bees!

The forest preserves are teeming with opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat.

Here is your guided to finding spring native wildflowers in your forest preserves!

Five ways to make the most of your Spring Break & explore the many outdoor “hidden gems” of Winnebago County.

Are dinosaurs flying through Illinois? These large, prehistoric birds migrate through Illinois in the spring and fall seasons.

We are excited to introduce the newest member of our Forest Preserves of Winnebago County team, Keith Krey!

These fierce, nocturnal predators are permanent residents of Illinois and are the most common owl in North America.

You may be familiar with the turkey on your Thanksgiving table every year or the popular bourbon from Kentucky. But how much do you know...

How much do you really know about Green Frogs? Don't worry, we've got the facts.

Woodchucks are well known wildlife in the Midwest, but did you know they are technically the largest squirrel in Illinois?

Do you know what to do when you find a fawn by itself? Now you do...

Do you have an amazing, nature loving mom? Are you struggling to think of a Mother's Day gift that expresses how much you appreciate her?...