Discover stories in Illinois
A Kayak in Search of a Fish
In a historic Illinois wetland, a team tackles invasive carp using uncrewed small boats
Protecting and Restoring the Floodplain Forest
Floodplain forests are among the most biologically rich habitats, but they’re critically imperiled.
The Carp Show: An Inside Look at the Jumping Fish Invasion
Your guide to one of the most notorious fish invasions.
Restoring Emiquon’s “Wetland of Dreams”
Restoring a large cornfield to a wetland isn’t a glimpse at the past, but a look to conservation’s future.
50 Fish, 50 States: The Bass of Emiquon
Chasing bass on a former cornfield turned restored wetland in Illinois.
Day of the (Turtle) Dogs
Meet the turtle dogs -- they track and retrieve turtles. For science!
Bison Return to Nachusa: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Reintroduction
Join our behind-the-scenes look at the science, restoration and planning necessary for a successful bison reintroduction.
