‘Explore Invertebrates’ at Burpee Museum Feb. 9

Staff Report Rockford’s Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St., Rockford, will offer “Burpee Explorers: Explore Invertebrates — Hearts”
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February 6, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Klehm offers families ‘A Fresh Look at Winter’ Feb. 9

Staff Report Rockford’s Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St., Rockford, will offer “A Fresh Look at Winter” as
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February 6, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Candlelight hike at Beckman Mill Park Feb. 8

Staff Report JANESVILLE, Wis. — Rock County Parks Advisory Committee is hosting a candlelight hike fund-raiser benefiting the Green Fund from
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February 6, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Youth nature programs begin Feb. 2 at Rockford’s Atwood Park

Staff Report Rockford Park District’s Atwood Center invites youth ages 6-12 for Atwood Wanderings activities each Saturday in February (Feb. 2,
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January 30, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Antarctic vertebrate fossils topic of Jan. 27 lecture at Burpee Museum

Staff Report Joshua Matthews, chief fossil preparator and research assistant at Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill., will present “Dinosaurs ‘On
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January 23, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Snow Sculpting Competition canceled

Staff Report The 27th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition at Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St., Rockford, has been
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District 72nd Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon

Staff Report The Winnebago County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is an organization that promotes the protection, maintenance, improvement
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January 16, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Snow sculpting competition postponed to Jan. 23-26 at Sinnissippi

Staff Report The 27th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition scheduled for Jan. 16-19 at Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St., Rockford,
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Free winter activities return to Eclipse Lagoon

Staff Report Conditions are perfect for going ice skating or playing hockey outdoors at the newly-remodeled Eclipse Lagoon in Sinnissippi Gardens
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January 9, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Park District hosts Community Snow Sculpting Contest

Staff Report Be on the lookout for “random acts of snow sculpting” throughout the community this season as the Rockford Park
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January 2, 2013 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Death of hemlock trees yields new life for hardwood trees

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Because of
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December 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Klehm offers ‘Winter 2013: Amateur Photography Contest’

Staff Report Photographers of all ages are invited to capture snowy landscapes, wildlife and plants in their winter form in Klehm
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

EPA awards grants to protect women, children from mercury in Great Lakes fish

Staff Report CHICAGO — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Oct. 4 two Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) grants totaling
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December 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Formation of Atten’s Landing in Pecatonica under way

By Roger Schamberger Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation PECATONICA, Ill. — The Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation (FPRF) are
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December 12, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘Hoo’ Haven receives grant to provide special programs

Staff Report Local wildlife rehabilitation facility, “Hoo” Haven, Inc., near Durand, Ill., has expanded its education program with the addition
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December 5, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Sand Ridge Prairie tree farm donates branches, sells trees

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Evergreen branches decorating Oregon’s downtown were donated by the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County (PPSOC)
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November 28, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘Snakes Alive’ presentation educates, fascinates in Byron

Staff Report BYRON, Ill. — An appreciative audience was treated to a personal experience with local reptiles Nov. 8. Tom Kessenich
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November 28, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

A guide to help you select the perfect Christmas tree

Staff Report Christmas trees come in different varieties. Knowing the differences can make the selection process easier, said Candice Miller, University
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November 21, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Apply for seasonal Park District positions by Dec. 16

Staff Report Rockford Park District uses technology to help customer service-oriented people apply for 2013 seasonal employment opportunities at Magic Waters
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November 21, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘Alaskan Explorer’ cruise to benefit Midwest Museum in Sycamore

Staff Report SYCAMORE, Ill. — Those who have always wanted to see Alaska and have a chance to see the natural
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November 14, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Help keep an eye on Rockford parks

Staff Report The Rockford Park District Police Department encourages community involvement in helping with safety and security of the park system
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November 14, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Chronic wasting disease control program results for 2011-2012

By Douglas R. Dufford District Wildlife Biologist, Illinois Department of Natural Resources Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal disease of
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November 7, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

‘Snakes Alive’ at Byron Forest Preserve’s Jarrett Center Nov. 8

Staff Report BYRON, Ill. — Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County (PPSOC) will offer “Snakes Alive” with Tom Kessenich at the
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November 7, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Mississippi River happenings

By Olivia Dorothy Regional Conservation Coordinator, Upper Mississippi River Initiative, Izaak Walton League of America Editor’s note: As the website says: “Founded
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October 31, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

A letter about Illinois water

Editor’s note: Please support and utilize the ELPC’s new Illinois water website. While the work of the ELPC is impactful
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October 31, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘Lemurs of Madagascar’ topic of Oct. 28 lecture at Burpee

Staff Report Rockford native Abigail Ross will deliver a 70th Anniversary of Burpee Museum Lecture Series lecture from 2 to 3
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October 24, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Hoo Haven has new donation drop-off sites, open house upcoming

Staff Report Things just got easier for folks wishing to donate to Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center. There
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October 24, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Summerfield Zoo offers ‘Boo at the Zoo’ Oct. 20-21

Staff Report BELVIDERE, Ill. — Belvidere’s Summerfield Zoo will offer its Third Annual “Boo at the Zoo” from 10 a.m.
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October 17, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘Remains of a River’ featured Oct. 19 at free Film Night at Windsor Lake

Staff Report LOVES PARK, Ill. — Paddle and Trail announces the launch of Film Nights at the Regional Activity Center at
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October 17, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

U.S. Army Corps releases GLMRIS report

Staff Report The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Oct. 5 released the Great Lakes and Mississippi River Interbasin Study
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October 10, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Monarchs will soon leave for Mexico

By University of Illinois Extension — Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties The monarch butterfly is one of the most recognizable insects
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October 3, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Lockwood, Page parks offer show wagon trail tours Oct. 2, 9

Staff Report Enjoy traveling along scenic trails through Rockford Park District’s Lockwood and Page parks without riding a horse. Guided trail
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September 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Boy Scouts and seed picking at Sand Ridge Prairie

Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — Saturday, Sept. 22, was a busy day at Sand Ridge Prairie. Russell and Rachel Brunner,
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September 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Army Corps releases Focus Area 2 Aquatic Pathways Summary Report

• Comments will be accepted beginning Sept. 14. The comment period will close 30 days later, Oct. 14. Staff Report CHICAGO — The
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September 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Make Room For the River Sept. 26-28

By Olivia Dorothy Regional Conservation Coordinator, Upper Mississippi River Initiative Make Room For the River Make Room For the River: In Your
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September 26, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

National Alpaca Farm Days set for Sept. 29-30

• Caledonia’s True Colors Alpaca Farm to participate in event Staff Report Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association (AOBA) invites you to visit their
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September 19, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘It’s Our River Day’: Illinois river cleanups Sept. 15

• River cleanups are a great way to give back By Tom Eckels Illinois Paddling Council Here are a few river cleanups Sept. 15. The
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September 12, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

New Birds of Prey exhibit opens at Atwood Center Sept. 8

Staff Report Starting Saturday, Sept. 8, guests will be able to experience Atwood Center, 2685 New Milford School Road, Rockford, at
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September 5, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fifth Annual Mississippi River Conference set for Sept. 26-28

Staff Report MOLINE, Ill. — River Action, a nonprofit organization that strives to foster the environmental, economic and cultural vitality
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September 5, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Handicapped shut-ins can become Fish-Abled

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor Two Rockford residents were inspired by a recent fishing trip to start a new organization to
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August 29, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Reservations due Aug. 31 for Klehm’s ‘Twilight in the Garden’ fund-raiser

Staff Report Rockford’s Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St., Rockford, will host “Twilight in the Garden” Saturday, Sept.
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August 22, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Belvidere zoo welcomes baby spotted hyena Aug. 25-26

Staff Report BELVIDERE, Ill. — Belvidere’s Summerfield Zoo has announced the arrival of a baby spotted hyena. The public is invited
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August 22, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Lockwood Park birthday bash set for Aug. 25

Staff Report Lockwood Park is throwing a big birthday bash (weather-permitting) for the community from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday,
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August 22, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Midwest Museum of Natural History in Sycamore offers fossil classes

Staff Report SYCAMORE, Ill. — Packing list for a weekend in Sycamore: snorkeling gear, industrial strength bug repellent, fur-lined parka,
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August 15, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Hoo Haven needs meat and dog food donations

Staff Report Birds of prey have healthy appetites, and Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center is requesting help from
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August 15, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | 1 Comment

Pecatonica River Water Trail gains national recognition

Staff Report PECATONICA, Ill. — The Pecatonica River Water Trail in Pecatonica, Ill., has been recognized by U.S. Secretary of the
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August 8, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Excessive heat, drought taking toll on fish populations

By University of Illinois Extension serving Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties Many people are starting to report massive fish kills around
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August 1, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Wildlife encounters on the rise

Staff Report We are hearing more and more about the rise in wildlife encounters in many states. When the economy was
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August 1, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Scout project helps Sand Ridge Prairie

  Staff Report OREGON, Ill. — For his project, which will earn him the rank of Eagle Scout, Chris Kettwich of Oregon,
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Community garden workshop set for July 27

Staff Report Would you like to grow your own vegetable garden but don’t have the space? Does your community have
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July 25, 2012 | Also published in Living> Outdoors | Comments (0)


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