POP-UP: WILDFLOWER WALK Wednesday, Apr 1 Preserve staff will be monitoring the preserves for peak wildflower bloom, and you will be invited to join us for a guided... Learn More
GROWING UP IN THE PRESERVES: DARK SKIES Tuesday, Apr 14 During this session, we will blast off to learn more about how nature and outer space are connected. Learn More
HISTORY OF CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES: LAKE OF THE WOODS Wednesday, Apr 15 Join us for an informative presentation covering the history of Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve. Learn More
MUSEUM DOCENT TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS Saturday, Apr 18 Attend this workshop to learn about museum docents and the foundational skills necessary to become one! Learn More
GROWING UP IN THE PRESERVES: DARK SKIES Saturday, Apr 18 During this session, we will blast off to learn more about how nature and outer space are connected. Learn More
CONSERVATION IN ACTION: iNATURALIST APP TRAINING Tuesday, Apr 21 Learn how to take great photos, upload sightings, and connect with a community of naturalists while helping document local biodiversity. Learn More
EARTH DAY VOLUNTEER STEWARDSHIP Wednesday, Apr 22 Join Forest Preserve staff to give a hand to nature on Earth Day by removing invasive plants. Learn More
CITY NATURE CHALLENGE Friday, Apr 24 Join the first Central Illinois City Nature Challenge! Help us showcase Central Illinois' underrated biodiversity in a... Learn More
CITY NATURE CHALLENGE GUIDED HIKE Saturday, Apr 25 Meet at the parking lot of Sangamon River Forest Preserve for a guided hike with experienced naturalists through the woodland,... Learn More