Connecting people with nature and helping them become engaged environmental stewards is what you will learn at the 2021 Field Day of Learning. This event will be held Saturday, April 10, 8:30 am-3:30 pm at 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon at the Douglas Hart Nature Center in the morning and at Rte. 130 and Daileyville Rd at the Warbler Ridge Conservation Area in the afternoon.
The cost of this workshop is $25.
Sessions for the day will be:
More then monarchs: Butterflies of Coles County with Kathryn Bulver
Learn about the most common butterflies in our area and how you can help support them through all stages of their lifecycle.
Remarkable Reptiles - Turtles of Illinois with Hannah Schwanke
Learn about turtles commonly found in Illinois and about their habitats, diet, reproduction, conservation and what you can do to help.
Wondrous Wildflower Hike with Nancy Coutant
End the day hiking and enjoying the beauty of spring by identifying wildflowers such as Columbo, False Hellebore and Putty Root Orchid.
Door prizes will be given at each session. Light snacks and water provided in the morning.
Please bring your own lunch and water for the afternoon hike.
If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Lee at jalee73@illinois.edu
In order to maintain a safe environment for all, we are asking participants to wear a face covering and practice social distancing guidelines during the workshop.
The University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact the University of Illinois Extension Office in Coles County at 217-345-7034.
Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.