Lands & Hands

06/02/2025

Just an interesting view of the C&NW rail yard in South Oshkosh, Wisconsin in 1931. the depot seems to be off on a passing track in the right distance.

06/01/2025

06/01/2025

Mark your calendars! Illinois Free Fishing Days for 2025 are June 13-16. During these four days, everyone can fish in Illinois lakes and waterways without a fishing license, salmon stamp or inland trout stamp. It's a wonderful opportunity to introduce the young people in your life to the joy of fishing and spending time on the water.

For Illinois residents, a standard yearly fishing license costs just $15 a year. License fees help the Illinois Department of Natural Resources conserve fish populations and fish habitats though critical activities like fish production, fish stocking, and habitat restoration. To learn more about licenses, visit https://dnr.illinois.gov/lpr/fishinglicensesfees.html

We'll see you on the water!

Governor JB Pritzker
Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton
Illinois Conservation Police
Illinois Conservation Foundation
Enjoy Illinois
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Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus
Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
Illinois House Democratic Caucus
Illinois House Republicans

06/01/2025

I want to do something cool like this with the community.

06/01/2025

Want to participate in these School Nutrition Programs in the 2025-26 school year?

🥪National School Lunch Program
🥞School Breakfast Program
🍇After School Snack Program
🥛Special Milk Program
🍎Illinois Free Lunch and Breakfast

Apply by June 30! https://okt.to/v34PYq

06/01/2025

Someone wanted to see photos of the C&NW's Clinton, Iowa depot. Here are two. The large one is of the front of the building while the small one is the track side of the building.

06/01/2025

IDFPR is hiring! We’re looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team.

This position serves as a staff assistant to the Upstate Facilities Manager. Independently receives and responds to non-technical inquiries on Department related issues, policies, and procedures. Assists the supervisor in the coordination of voice, wireless and video communication systems and services requests for upstate locations and staff. Assists with special projects pertaining to upstate locations. Serves as administrator in Cook County for the Vehicle Fleet Program.

Learn more about the position and apply online here: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-ADMINISTRATIVE-ASSISTANT-I-IL-60661/1293573000/

06/01/2025

Take steps this summer to protect yourself and your family from tick bites and tickborne disease! Use insect repellent, check for ticks daily, and shower soon after coming indoors.

06/01/2025

Every year, nearly one billion birds collide with glass or man-made structures in the United States. We need to say that again because it's a figure that is hard to grasp. Every year in the United States, nearly one billion birds collide with the glass on our buildings and structures. It doesn't have to be this way.

Dress up those windows. Patterns can be applied to the outside of windows to help birds see that glass is there. Tempera paint can be easily applied and is easily removed using vinegar and water. There are multiple ways to make glass safe for our feathered friends. More tips here: https://ow.ly/JTgc50Tmtex

Photo of a window before and after by Allison Stewart/USFWS

06/01/2025

Feeling overwhelmed as a parent? You’re not alone. 💛

Join us for a FREE parent support group this summer: Permission to Be Human: The 30/70 Parenting Mindset.

This FREE, 8-week supportive group is open to all parents and caregivers. Learn simple, realistic ways to build stronger connections with your child—without the pressure to be perfect.

⏰ Tuesdays June 17 – August 12, 2025, 10:30–11:30 AM (Off July 4th)
📍 Hosted at the Pregnancy Resource Center of Kankakee

✨ Open to all parents and caregivers—come as you are!

📲 Scan the QR code to register online or email your RSVP to [email protected]

You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s grow together. 🌱