Human Nature, A 'Chippy' Squirrel And Fall Kayaking: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're expecting many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs this fall throughout the state.

To have your photo featured on Patch, send it to Eric DeGrechie at eric.degrechie@patch.com. We just ask that you make sure the photo you send is one you have taken personally, and allow Patch to use on all platforms. Include your name for credit and a brief description of the photo, including where it was taken.

Andrew Karafotias, of Bolingbrook, sent us this photo he shot of a squirrel playing in his backyard. The family call him "Chippy."

Laura Dour, of Lake in the Hills, was kayaking down the Kishwaukee River when she got this colorful fall photo.

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Linda Stwora, of Orland Park, took this photo of an American bluebird at Bullfrog Lake Forest Preserve in Cook County.

Marcia Hirsch captured this photo of an owl in her son's backyard in Northbrook.

Thank you all for the beautiful photo submissions!