The Illinois Steward Magazine

Volume 14, Number 4
Winter 2005

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In a Place Called Illinois: Caring for the Chicago River The complexity of caring for a river in an urban context. David Schejbal


Chicago’s First People
Introduces readers to Native American cultures that once inhabited the Chicago area.
Thomas E. Emerson

Pockets of Diversity
Highlights Illinois Nature Preserves found in the Chicago River watershed.
Susan L. Post

The Social Evolution of the Chicago River
Examines Chicagoans’ changing attitudes toward and relationships with the Chicago.
David Schejbal

Invasive Species Key in Chicago River Planning
Explores the management challenges posed by invasive species.
Irene Miles

Reclaiming an Urban River
Chronicles the recent progress in bringing back the Chicago River.
Cathy Hudzik

FOCALPOINT: Mentoring
Acknowledges the guidance of a mentor in developing entomolgic and photographic skills.
Michael R. Jeffords