Spring Offspring in Winnebago County
The forest preserves are teeming with opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat.
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- Apr 7
- 2 min
Discovering Stunning Spring Wildflowers in Winnebago County
Here is your guided to finding spring native wildflowers in your forest preserves!
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fpwc68
- Mar 22
- 3 min
5 Ways to Enjoy Spring Break in Winnebago County
Five ways to make the most of your Spring Break & explore the many outdoor “hidden gems” of Winnebago County.
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fpwc68
- Mar 13
- 2 min
Are Dinosaurs Flying Through Illinois?
Are dinosaurs flying through Illinois? These large, prehistoric birds migrate through Illinois in the spring and fall seasons.
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fpwc68
- Feb 23
- 2 min
Welcome Keith Krey, FPWC Stewardship Coordinator!
We are excited to introduce the newest member of our Forest Preserves of Winnebago County team, Keith Krey!
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fpwc68
- Feb 21
- 2 min
Facts about the Owl-Knowing Great Horned Owl
These fierce, nocturnal predators are permanent residents of Illinois and are the most common owl in North America.
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fpwc68
- Nov 14, 2022
- 2 min
Let's Gobble About Wild Turkeys
You may be familiar with the turkey on your Thanksgiving table every year or the popular bourbon from Kentucky. But how much do you know...
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fpwc68
- Sep 6, 2022
- 2 min
Ribbiting Facts About Green Frogs
How much do you really know about Green Frogs? Don't worry, we've got the facts.
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fpwc68
- Aug 9, 2022
- 2 min
Is This The Biggest SQUIRREL in Illinois?!
Woodchucks are well known wildlife in the Midwest, but did you know they are technically the largest squirrel in Illinois?
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fpwc68
- Jun 28, 2022
- 2 min
Summer Safety Tips!
Whether you are traveling to an outdoor destination or doing a "staycation" over the summer, take the right steps to stay safe!
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fpwc68
- May 26, 2022
- 2 min
Deer Fawn | Hiding in Plain Sight
Do you know what to do when you find a fawn by itself? Now you do...
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fpwc68
- May 2, 2022
- 2 min
Gift Guide for Your Nature Loving Mom
Do you have an amazing, nature loving mom? Are you struggling to think of a Mother's Day gift that expresses how much you appreciate her?...
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fpwc68
- Feb 2, 2022
- 2 min
Winter Benefits in the Forest Preserves
February is here. For those of you that miss bright green foliage and warm sunshine, February may seem like a drag. Just another month to...
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fpwc68
- Jan 4, 2022
- 3 min
A Century of Protecting Forest Preserves
It's with great pride we share, the year 2022 marks our 100 year anniversary! We have spent the last century protecting, conserving,...
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