Author: Wendy Vernon

This month I visited the East Branch Forest Preserve in Glendale Heights. There are several trails, lakes, and an off-leash dog park. Continue reading "Take a Hike: East Branch Forest Preserve"

This month I visited the West DuPage Woods Forest Preserve in Winfield. At this site, there are multiple trails to explore and some good Fall color to see. Continue reading "Take a Hike: West DuPage Woods Forest Preserve"

This month I visited the York Woods Forest Preserve in Oak Brook. At this site, there are several trails and picnic areas. Continue reading "Take a Hike: York Woods Forest Preserve"

This month I visited the Burlington Park Forest Preserve in Naperville. At this site, there is a short trail along with a picnic area. Continue reading "Take a Hike: Burlington Park Forest Preserve"

This month I visited the Maple Grove Forest Preserve in Downers Grove. At this site, there are two main trails (with parks at both ends) to explore and a variety of secondary trails. Continue reading "Take a Hike: Maple Grove Forest Preserve"

This month I visited the Morton Arboretum in Lisle. While there is so much to do and see, for this trip, I visited three different locations on the east side, all conveniently close to one another. Continue reading "Take a Hike: Morton Arboretum"

This month I visited the Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve in Addison. At this site there are two looped trails to explore. The site also offers fishing and picnicking. Continue reading "Take a Hike: Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve"

This month I visited Oldfield Oaks Forest Preserve in Darien. At this site there are two looped trails to explore as well as an off-leash dog park. Continue reading "Take a Hike: Oldfield Oaks Forest Preserve"