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Openlands’ Director of Policy Chris Kessler was quoted in an article from the Chicago Tribune …

Like many great cities of the world, Chicago owes its rise and prosperity to the …

Conservation easements play a critical role in landscape conservation and the preservation of wildlife habitat. …
The results are in! It’s a historic day as we celebrate the overwhelming passage of …
It started with a question, “Why can’t we have a National Wildlife Refuge here?” and …
The Green Corridor Coalition is proud to announce the winners of the ‘Fields of Vision’ …
This month marks the 25th anniversary of one of our region’s most exciting conservation achievements: …
Vacant lots in Chicago tend to have a negative association with neighborhood blight and devaluation. …
Openlands has joined a legal fight, alongside people who live and farm in this special …
As part of charting the course for the future of our families and the protection …
On June 22, 2020 the Trump Administration’s new definition of “Waters of the United States” …
May is American Wetlands Month. Looking to experience some of our region’s wetlands, but don’t …
Whether it’s hiking or biking, camping, kayaking, picnicing, or more, the Palos Forest Preserves have …
The Illinois Tollway has announced that they will forgo completion of the proposed Tri-County Access …
The increased frequency of weather systems that cause sporadic, torrential storms are symptomatic of climate …
At over 1,200 acres, Rollins Savanna is one of Lake County’s largest forest preserves, teeming …
This gorgeous setting is a great choice for a day spent outdoors exploring the site’s …
The 1,700-acre Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area in Grundy County is the largest remnant …
On February 15, 2019, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore was upgraded to a National Park, the …
The Farm Bill is among the most important laws Congress makes, authorizing crop insurance, nutrition …
Ryerson Woods’ well maintained trail system and ecological treasures make a great day trip for …
On November 3, celebrate National Bison Day at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. …
Located in the south suburbs and managed by the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Orland …
Openlands is excited to share that we have been reaccredited by the Land Trust Accreditation …
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Jean Franczyk

See you at the 2026 Openlands Annual Luncheon!

Join us on Oct. 21 for “From the Ground Up,” honoring Jean M. Franczyk and featuring Dr. Tessa Francis as keynote.