by David Shimberg | Jan 30, 2019 | Village Voice
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is one of many voices in our region that recognizes the impact humans can have, for good or ill, on our natural environment: “Whether you own one acre or one thousand, the decisions you make and the actions you take...
by David Shimberg | Jan 1, 2019 | Village Voice
As the glaciers receded from our region over 12,000 years ago, Native Americans moved into the landscape and began shaping it with fire. They burned the woodlands, savannas, wetlands, and prairies regularly to promote the growth of food plants and to attract game...
by David Shimberg | Jan 1, 2019 | Village Voice
Garlic mustard flowers in early spring and then broadcasts its seeds. This is the time to remove it.Each garlic mustard plant produces thousands of seeds that are believed to be dispersed by the fur of animals such as deer and squirrels and by people. The plant...
by David Shimberg | May 1, 2013 | Village Voice
Here’s what the experts say about the benefits that trees provide us:“Trees properly placed around buildings can reduce air conditioning needs by 30% and can save 20-50% in energy used for heating.” – USDA Forest Service“Healthy mature trees add an average of...
by David Shimberg | Jan 30, 2011 | Village Voice
When it’s only January, does the winter already seem to have gone on too long? Are you already dreaming about your summer garden? Composting with worms is an easy winter project that will benefit not only your summer garden but the greater environment as well. Why...
