Events
Native Landscape Design Workshop
Birds of Prey
Join us as we learn about birds of prey and dissect an owl pellet!
Program is open to kids from 2nd-5th grade.
Registration is required and limited to 20 kids.
Jumping Worms: Understanding and Managing a New Invader in Our Soils
A new soil invader is reshaping ecosystems across the Midwest, and communities in Illinois are beginning to feel the impact. Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) (a rapidly spreading group of invasive…
Compost! Feed the Soil That Feeds Us
Learn about the wonders of compost! Merleanne Rampale from SWALCO, a long-time gardener and composter herself, will share information on the various types of composting, share some fun facts on…
Mindfulness Hike at Springdale Cemetery
Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment.
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your…
Garlic Mustard Pull
Gardenfest - ready, set, grow
Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.
Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…
Nature Journaling: Intro to Nature Journaling
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026Location: Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights…
Little Grand Canyon Spring Hike and Bird