Identification of Common Nuisance Grasses
Grasses play a big role in natural ecosystems — from controlling soil erosion to supporting pollinators to providing food for livestock — but telling one from…
Cranberry Lake Trail Nature Hike
Join us for a hands-on, adventure-filled nature hike along the Cranberry Lake Trail at the Avon Township Center!
Together with the University of Illinois Master Naturalists, we'll…
Bat-tastic Illinois!
Discover the fascinating world of bats in this engaging program! Participants will learn about the bat species found in Illinois, explore their unique life histories, and uncover the vital…
Nature Wellness Walk-Deer Grove
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…
The Night Shift: Moths of Illinois
Explore the fascinating world of Illinois’ moths and the essential roles they play in our ecosystems. This program highlights moth diversity, their often-overlooked importance as pollinators, and…
Conservation Tours
For the past 29 years, Angella Moorehouse has worked for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources as a field representative for the…
Insects Up Close: Collecting, Pinning, and Preservation
Insect collections play an important role in education, research, and conservation. We’ll cover ethical and effective ways to collect insects, which species are appropriate to collect, and how…
Bat Acoustic Walk
Nature Wellness Walk-Catherine Chevalier Woods
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…
Climate Stewards Informational Session
From extreme heat to flooding, Illinois communities are already living through the impacts of climate change. Be part of the solution by turning concern into…