2023-10 Illinois State Symbols

You probably already knew that our state’s bird is the northern cardinal which was chosen by Illinois schoolchildren in 1929.  But what follows is a list of Illinois state symbols that may surprise you!  And who knows, these may come in handy in an upcoming game of...

2023-04 6 Easy Tips for Successful Composting

Composting at home is one of the easiest ways you can make a positive impact on the environment and your garden. Allowing grass clippings, fallen leaves, fruit peels and vegetable scraps to naturally decompose saves landfill space, reduces energy use, and builds...

2023-04 Forest Preserve Reporting at Your Fingertips

Forest Preserve Reporting at Your Fingertips – Have an emergency? Please call 911! To report a suspicious activity or public safety concern in a DuPage forest preserve, call the Forest Preserve District police at 630-933-7240. For non-emergency concerns, email Forest...