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With more natural land in a heavily populated area than anywhere else in North America, the preserves are almost like having a national park right here at home.
From Naperville Soulfest to Do Division Street Fest to the Lincolnshire Art Festival to the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade, there are a lot of options to stay busy this weekend.
The overall number of trees in the region has increased, according to a 2020 tree census conducted by Morton Arboretum. But not all trees are seen as equals. Some are invasive and prevent native trees and plants from flourishing.