The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is launching the "Take a Hike!" challenge in September, encouraging residents to explore local natural areas through various guided walks and hikes.
The DuPage Forest Preserve District is inviting the public to support habitat restoration and wildlife conservation through its annual fundraiser, A Night for Nature. The event will take place on Thursday, September 15, from 5 to 9 p.m. at St. James Farm in Warrenville.
An archery open house event will be held at Blackwell on August 6, providing an opportunity for families to engage in the sport. The event is designed for both newcomers and those seeking a refresher course. Participants will learn safety tips, proper shooting techniques, and basic skills. All necessary equipment will be provided.
DuPage Forest Preserve District commissioners, staff, and guests on Saturday celebrated the start of a yearlong exterior restoration project of historic Mayslake Hall in Oak Brook.
The Fall Native Tree and Shrub Sale offers a variety of events aimed at promoting native landscaping and the use of native plants in gardens. The event includes educational sessions, cocktail-making classes, and opportunities for participants to engage with plant experts.
The DuPage Forest Preserve District invites the public to provide feedback on proposed plans for Blackwell, Greene Valley, and Waterfall Glen forest preserves at open houses scheduled for June 11. During these sessions, District staff will present ideas and gather public input on recreational amenities, trails, natural resource restoration, facilities, and infrastructure at the preserves. The aim is to improve the natural environments of the preserves while modernizing and increasing access to popular recreational amenities.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has been connecting people to nature for more than 100 years. More than 6.2 million people visit its 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, six education centers, and numerous programs each year.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has announced that tickets for an exclusive in-person native plant presale will go on sale on April 11. The district, which has been fostering connections between people and nature for over a century, attracts more than 6.2 million visitors annually to its 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, six education centers, and numerous programs.