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Selfies showing people participating in the Take It Outside challenge.
Take It Outside challenge draws participants from as far away as Florida and Ireland
While the bulk of Take It Outside challenge participants are from Will County, many are crossing county lines to take part in this popular program.
A northern flicker sitting in the branches of a crabapple tree dusted with snow.
The best trees to plant to attract winter wildlife
When planning your spring plantings, consider incorporating trees that will be a draw for wildlife in the winter too.
A creek surrounded by forest.
Hammel Woods: A preserve that always delivers
Illinois is a state much more known for its open than dense forests, but if you look across northern Illinois, you’ll find pockets of forest that break up the wide open spaces. In Will County, Hammel Woods is one of many of these pockets of forests where trees dominate the landscape.