Forest Glen Preserve

http://www.vccd.org/

Yesterday, I visited the Forest Glen Preserve near Westville, IL.

I climbed a 72-foot tall observation tower (twice). It was nestled among mature oak trees so it was difficult to see much below the tower due to the heavy cover.

I hiked down to the canoe access on the Vermilion River.

I saw a whitetail doe eating acorns at the tent camp area.

I saw an interesting tall grass prairie restoration project.

The arboretum featured an oak collection, Tons of acorns on the ground. See the previous Kirk quote.