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Pelican madness about to strike northern Illinois

In late March or early April, flocks of white pelicans arrive in northern Illinois and set up camp fishing in marshes and lakes. The large white...

Bald Eagles

As a child, growing up in the 1970’s, I remember learning about our American Emblem, the Bald Eagle. What I remember most, was learning that...

Thanksgiving for nature scavenger hunt

Looking for a fun Sunday activity for the entire family? The Lake County Forest Preserveis sponsoring a “Thanksgiving for Nature”...

Review: Time of the Quickening: Prophecies for the Coming Utopian Age

Time of the Quickening: Prophecies for the Coming Utopian Age by Susan B. Martinez, Ph. D. Bear and Company: Rochester, VT. 2011.I really had no...

Luxury airline, Lakeshore Express, announces fall getaway deals

Lakeshore Express, a luxury charter airline operating out of Midway Airport in Chicago, is offering amazing fall getaway deals to Northern Michigan...

Twin Arches at Big South Fork National Recreation Area

Between the Boone wilderness and the Smoky Mountains, the Big South Fork National Recreation Area (http://www.nps.gov/biso/index.htm), which...

Dogs, pearls, high-heels, and ornate mirrors

Yes, this title is correct. Perimeter Gallery (210 W. Superior) features new works by Greg Murr called “Nature,” until September 2,...

Color Chicago green: Summer opportunities to get green in the Windy City

Time to share! Think there is nothing to do here in the Chicago urban jungle to make a difference? Think again! Here I have compile a short list of...