Visitors to grasslands might sight a short-eared owl during the daytime — unlike other native owl species in the Forest Preserves—while they hunt prey such as mice and voles. | Short-eared owl (Asio flammeus), Photo by: Phillip Stosberg
In this issue:
- We Are Here for You
- Forest Preserves Achieves American Humane Certified™ Distinction for Animal Care, Welfare and Wellbeing
- Survival in the Forest Preserves: How Wildlife Takes on the Winter Elements
- Segregation in the Forest Preserves: A History Lesson
- Representation on the Slopes: Sagawau Celebrates Black Skiers
- Latest News: Help Make the Trails Safer for Everyone with Cook County’s Safety Action Plan; Applications Open for Youth Outdoor Ambassador Program; Chicago Botanic Garden’s Annual Orchid Show Open Through March 23; The Forest Preserve Foundation Helps Sustain the Forest Preserves We Love
- Upcoming Events
- Volunteer Opportunities: Group Litter Cleanups
Read more here.