The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is hosting an open house featuring golf course architect Greg Martin on Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. at Maple Meadows Golf Preserve, located at 272 Addison Road in Wood Dale, to present a proposed improvement plan for the site.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has reaffirmed its commitment to the dark sky movement and adherence to guidelines developed by DarkSky International, a leading authority on light pollution. This decision was announced at a recent board meeting.
Thousands will attend the free annual two-day event in Wheaton
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has initiated a confidential survey to gather insights from residents about community needs and preferences. This effort aims to better understand the issues that are important to residents in order to enhance the services provided by the District.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Green Power Partnership, a voluntary program aimed at reducing the environmental impact of conventional electricity.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's fleet has been recognized among the top in the nation, earning significant accolades for its use of alternative fuels. Recently, it was named the No. 1 small fleet and No. 2 overall fleet in the Leading Fleets Award competition by Government Fleet magazine, which honors top-performing fleets regardless of location or budget.
Online ordering begins Aug. 1 for the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s fall native tree and shrub sale, featuring 49 species grown locally from seed within 100 miles of DuPage County.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is inviting the public to support habitat restoration efforts through the event "A Night for Nature" on Thursday, Sept. 14, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at St. James Farm in Warrenville.
"Restoration Workday" to be held at Churchill Woods on July 8
Local residents gathered on June 10 to dedicate a new trail connection. On Saturday, June 10, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County joined local officials and community members to celebrate the official opening of a new 0.4-mile multipurpose limestone trail at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton. The segment connects Cromwell Drive at Butterfield Road to the Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail, providing a safer and more convenient link between regional forest preserve trails and Wheaton's bicycle network.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is inviting local history enthusiasts to explore the rich past of Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve during “Fullersburg Days” on June 24 and 25 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Graue Mill and Museum and the Fullersburg Woods Nature Education Center in Oak Brook.
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Ducks will race to raise money to support the restoration of habitat and the preservation of wildlife in DuPage forest preserves.
Fishing, prizes, and family time abound at annual event at Blackwell’s Silver Lake
This past weekend, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County officials and guests gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the reinstallation of two bridges at Hidden Lake Forest Preserve in Downers Grove. The event, held on National Trails Day, marked the successful completion of another 2019 certified master plan project and enhanced trail access at the preserve.