An aerial view of Lake Renwick, with both lakes in view.

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Aerial view of a lush green forest with a winding river. Dense trees cover the landscape, creating a serene, natural scene under a cloudy sky.

Union Pacific grant gives rare habitat a restoration boost

The Nature Foundation of Will County secured a $20,000 grant from Union Pacific Railroad to help restore and protect some of Will County’s rarest and most diverse natural habitats.

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Two women examine animal furs in a rustic scene with wooden shelves. One points, both are smiling. Shelves hold bottles and labels.

Foundation-funded pelts enhance hands-on learning at Isle a la Cache

The Nature Foundation provided funds to the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Isle a la Cache Museum to purchase 19 new fur pelts – which include fur from beavers, otters, coyotes, bobcats, minks, ermines, rabbits, raccoons, squirrels and skunks.

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