“There are some who can live without wild things and some who cannot.” ― Aldo Leopold Wishing you a refreshing new year exploring the natural areas around you.

It's amazing what 30 dedicated people, 4 UTVs, many blades, multiple batteries, and brut strength can accomplish in only 90 minutes! Thank you everyone that came out to help remove the boardwalk! Scroll through for before, during, and after photos.

Winter is not always bleary and gray. In the forest, you'll find those pops of color!

Why we restore wetlands. #WorldWetlandsDay

A wonderful day to burn brush!

Happy #FirstDayOfSpring! Soon you will be able to see this beauties at #franklincreekstatenaturalarea!

We will be conducting a prescribed fire at Franklin Creek Headwaters this afternoon. We are sorry for any inconvenience. If you would like to hike this afternoon, Franklin Creek State Natural Area will be open.

Happy Easter from all of us out at Franklin Creek! Spring is here and it's a perfect time to reconnect with nature. The wildflowers are slowly emerging, frogs are calling, and birds are singing. Letting us know it's time to get outside. The Mill and trails are open!

PRESCRIBED BURN NOTICE: A prescribed burn is underway throughout FCSNA.

A mini-forest within the forest. #FCCA #FranklinCreek #franklincreekconservationassociation #franklincreekstatenaturalarea #exploremoreil #outdoorillinois

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 IDNR is pleased to be on the frontlines of protecting & conserving Illinois’ natural resources, planning for the future, and blunting the effects of climate change. Watch for our hourly posts all weekend about our efforts to protect the planet. #EarthDay2023

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 #EarthDay2023

The rain went away and it became a beautiful day to remove some old fencing. By removing the fence we make sure animals do not get caught in the barb wire. Come join us for more workdays this year! franklincreekconservation.org/stewardship-wo…

The Grist Mill will be closed today Sunday April 30th for a private event.

It finally feels like spring and the wildflowers are out! Get out this weekend before it is too late! #FCCA #FranklinCreek #franklincreekconservationassociation #franklincreekstatenaturalarea #exploremoreil #outdoorillinois

Happy Mother's Day!