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All Grass Farms in Dundee Township

Kane County Welcomes Four New Members to the Farmland Protection Commission

The Farmland Protection Commission is charged with advancing the prote...
Besides sharing the trait of being active in winter, these insects also share a common ancestor and are members of the insect infraorder Tipulomorpha. The winter crane fly kept its wings while the snow fly did not.

Good Natured: Snow Flies

​At first we couldn't believe our eyes...
Grand Victoria Riverboat funding has supported a variety of projects related to education, the environment and economic development throughout Kane County.

Community Reinvestment: Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund Applications Now Available

​The Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment announced Thursday t...
Rodent baits often have unintended consequences, traveling through food chains and accumulating in the bodies of higher-level consumers like the Cooper's Hawk.

Good Natured: Unintended Consequences of Poison Bait

​ Chances are, even if you're not a naturalist, you're probably acquai...
Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership

Kane County Joins New Regional Partnership for Economic Development

Regional leaders have announced the formation of the Greater Chicagola...
Opossums have a minimal ability to store fat and, as a consequence, in winter will often forego their nocturnal nature and forage during daylight hours.

Good Natured: The Virginia Opossum

​As we head into a brand-new year, let's take a look at an old friend&...
Keep an eye open for this seasonal gift, the red-breasted nuthatch. These perky birds use conifers as a source of both food and shelter. Photo credit: Rejean Bedard courtesy of St. Charles Park District.

Good Natured: Tis' the Season for Nature's Gifts

​Ah, Christmas...
Recycling Holiday Trees

Recycling Cut Trees and Light Strings in Kane County

If you are celebrating your holiday with a cut tree, you will probabl...
Do you know how to identify animals from the tracks they leave behind?

Learn How to Identify Animal Tracks During a Nature Hike

​Learn about the various types of animal signs you can discover while ...
Deck the halls with boughs of .... hedge apples?

Good Natured: Deck the Halls with An Osage Orange

​​I know, holly is the traditional plant to mix in with pine, spruce a...
Benjamin Haberthur, Monica Meyers, Chris Kious

Executive Director of Kane County Forest Preserve District Retires

After 18 years at the helm of the Forest Preserve District of Kan...
There are many ideas for greening your holiday gift wrap.

That's a Wrap! Some Tips for Greening Your Gift Wrap

​​Kane County Recycling Coordinator, Clair Ryan shares some tips and t...
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