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The forest preserves are filled with fascinating sights, sounds and scents as spring emerges. Woodland wildflowers are beginning to bloom, hundreds of bird species are migrating through and nesting, frogs are calling, streams are babbling and insects return. What can you discover in your 43 Forest Preserves of Winnebago County?
Tag - Outdoors
Nature Prescription Cure For Cabin Fever
Monday, April 6, 2020 5:00 PM by Jamie Johannsen
Humans have an affinity for nature. We delight in its beauty. We seek it for recreation. But did you
Set Your Sights on Rockford’s Christmas Lights
Monday, November 25, 2019 5:00 PM by Guest Blogger
When the air turns cold and the day turns dark, Christmas light displays are always a good way to
Sit Outside For Summertime
Monday, July 22, 2019 11:00 AM by Taylor Daniels
Now that summer is in full swing, everyone in Rockford is itching to get outside and enjoy the warm
Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 12:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
It’s nearing the middle of July and that means TWO things … (1) There are LESS than 5 months until
2019 4th of July Cheat Sheet
Thursday, June 27, 2019 12:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
Although this summer started with some chilly weather, the Rockford region is finally starting to
New to Rockford City Market 2019!
Thursday, June 6, 2019 3:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
In its TENTH season … EVERY Friday night … Yes, we’re talking about the Rockford City Market! While
Did Someone Say National Wine Day!?
Friday, May 24, 2019 2:00 PM by Taylor Daniels
Located in Northern Illinois is a vineyard in our own backyard! With seating both inside and
Travel Matters in the Rockford Region
Friday, May 10, 2019 12:00 PM by Guest Blogger
As the RACVB celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week (May 5 - 11, 2019), we ponder what makes Rockford an ideal place to travel for visitors. The answer? We have fantastic attractions, restaurants, and events!
Get Planting! It's Starting to Feel Like Spring!
Thursday, May 2, 2019 12:00 PM by Guest Blogger
Spring is in full swing and is bustling with colorful flowers and budding leaves. If you're like me, finding time to clean out your flower beds and fill them with plants can seem daunting. However, if you put in the time and effort now, you can enjoy fairly low maintenance flower beds throughout what is sure to be a busy summer.
