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Friends of the Forest Preserve District raises funds for habitat restoration, native plants and animals, and nature opportunities in DuPage forest preserves.

[dupageforest @dupageforest]

Get your ducks in a row! 🦆🦆

As part of our upcoming "Night for Nature" fundraiser beginning Sept. 13, we’ll be racing up to 250 rubber ducks down a restored stretch of Spring Brook at Blackwell.

For $25, you’ll get a chance to win $500!
👉 https://t.co/Yw7hZA6BFh 👈

[dupageforest @dupageforest]

This Scenic Sunday, get an aerial view of a newly restored stretch of Spring Brook at Blackwell Forest Preserve. This spring over 60,000 new plants were installed along this one-mile stretch and in its surrounding wetlands, and the vegetation is establishing nicely.

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Need a getaway mid-afternoon? Take a #DuPageForest lunch break loop! https://t.co/e8tKVMYfFR

[dupageforest @dupageforest]

Looking for a quick lunchtime hike? Here are our picks for some great short trail loops that can help you soak up the best of summer in a small window of time!
https://t.co/6Wfn8TULv9

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

#DuPageForestFriends loves the smooth green snake you work to protect with @dupageforest! 🐍

[dupageforest @dupageforest]

Now's the time to go butterfly watching in the forest preserves! Check out our 10 tips for when, where and how to get started! https://t.co/EO6Z0DiSeo 🦋

[360MediaX @360mediaX]

Wildlife center in Illinois overcrowded https://t.co/gwCxZNBgr7

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Today is World Ranger Day, and we thank the many Forest Preserve District rangers and volunteers who help them each and every day! Our DuPage Forest Preserves wouldn't be the same without your service. 🤩 🌳

#WorldRangerDay #ThankYou #DuPageForestFriends

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Meet the great blue heron! This species is native to North American wetlands and eats almost anything within striking distance of its long beak, including insects, fish, and small mammals. Keep your eye out for this magnificent marsh bird! 😍
#WildlifeTrivia #DuPageForestFriends

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Volunteer! With options of single-day to annual commitments, there is something for everyone, including individuals and groups alike! 😄

For more information and to volunteer, visit https://t.co/UuT63sMkdr.

#Volunteer #DuPageForestFriends

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Test your knowledge about the DuPage Forest Preserves! 🌳

Which popular forest preserve can you find this bridge? 🤔

#PreserveTrivia #DupageForestFriends

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Blanding's Turtles are state-endangered in Illinois, and the Forest Preserve District has been working to revitalize the population since 1996. Adopt and name a Blanding's Turtle hatchling! 🐢 ❤️

https://t.co/haI9jpmhOa

#AdoptATurtle #EndangeredSpecies

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Does anyone know what type of insect this is? 🤔
Hint: It's not a butterfly.

Comment your guess below!

#WildAboutWildlife

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Make a difference in your own community! Become one of our partners. ❤️

Did you know the state-endangered Blanding's turtle is native to wetlands in DuPage forest preserves? Join today!

#DuPageForestFriends #Partner

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Scenic trails? ✅
Model craft area? ✅
Fishing? ✅

With so many things to do, Waterfall Glen is a beautiful spot to come out and enjoy this summer! ☀️ 🎣

#DuPageForestFriends #Parks

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

What to do if you find a lost animal ❤️ ❤️

Bookmark this post in case you run into this situation in the future. More information can be found on the https://t.co/UOTlZN4tjZ website.

#Wildlife #Tips

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

There are so many beautiful places in DuPage to picnic this summer! Herrick Lake and Greene Valley are only a couple of the many options!

Where's your favorite spot? 🍉 ☀️

#Summer #Picnic

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

This little American goldfinch looks like he's ready for the weekend! 😴 ❤️

Do you have any weekend plans at a DuPage forest preserve? 🚲 ⛺ 🏃

#WildAboutWildlife

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

On this day of giving, consider donating to your DuPage forest preserves to help maintain their beauty or protect wildlife. 😍 🌳

We have many options for donations: https://t.co/8qM24UYeHA.

#NationalGiveSomethingAwayDay #Donate

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Learn about one of the major sources of power on an 1890s farm: Draft horses! 🐴

All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.

https://t.co/1FQgU1qWtw

#Event

[dpforestfriends @dpforestfriends]

Support your DuPage forest preserves, and donate today!

When you donate to the Friends of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, your gift makes a difference for native plants and animals and the preserves where they live. ❤️ 🌳

#Support #Donate #DuPageForestFriends