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Video of Deer Grazing at Lyman Woods in Downers Grove

Not too long ago, we posted this tour of Lyman Woods in Downers Grove. In addition to the wide variety of wild plants and vegetation growing in Lyman Woods, the preserve is teaming with wildlife. On this brisk fall morning these deer grazed, seemingly unfazed by the nearby traffic and bustling corporate office park. Just [...]

October 5, 2012

Greene Valley Forest Preserve in Naperville – Great Views Await

September 19, 2012 No Comment

The Goldenrod is in full-bloom throughout DuPage County. The photos below were taken last weekend at Greene Valley Forest Preserve in Naperville. If you’ve never been to Greene Valley (just west of Rt 53 on 75th Street), you should check it out. There are over twelve miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback-riding. The [...]

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve in Photos

August 22, 2012 No Comment

If you’ve never had the opportunity to visit Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve in Darien, you should. The enormous preserve completely surrounds Argon National Laboratory and features a 10-mile loop trail that is perfect for runners, bicyclists, and nature-lovers alike. Read more about Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve. The photos below were taken in early summer at [...]

A Tour of Lyman Woods in Downers Grove

October 8, 2011 No Comment

Lyman Woods occupies the southeast corner of Highland Avenue and 31st Street in Downers Grove. The preserve’s location seems a bit awkward and juxtaposed in contrast to the surrounding tall office buildings, but regardless, Lyman Woods should not be overlooked as a quite, natural respite. I assure you, once you are strolling down one of the wood’s natural, interior trails, the nearby office buildings and major thoroughfares are dwarfed by the scale and majesty of the massive aged oaks.

The Naperville Carillon

July 24, 2011 No Comment

The Naperville Millenium Carillon (and Moser Tower) can be seen from just about anywhere in downtown Naperville. For years, I have driven past the carillon while traveling down Aurora Avenue near River Walk Park. This past weekend, I decided to take a closer look… The trip to the top of the Naperville Carillon costs $3, [...]

West Wind Motel in West Chicago – Movie Trivia

March 30, 2011 No Comment

If you live in DuPage County, you may have driven throught the intersection of Garys Mill and Roosevelt Roads in West Chicago. There is no street light at the intersection, and it does appear fairly nondescript, but did you know that filming for one of the most iconic films of all time took place there?

Tivoli Theatre, Downers Grove – Interior Photos

February 24, 2011 No Comment

Here are some more photos from inside the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove. I recently went to a show there, and am still amazed at the ornate detailing and design of this classic theater’s interior.