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Events & Programs

image OWL PROWL: ADULT EDITION

OWL PROWL: ADULT EDITION

Wednesday, Feb 11

February is the perfect time of year to look for (and find) owls in the Champaign County Forest Preserves!

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image LINCOLN’S LEGACY: A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!

LINCOLN’S LEGACY: A BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!

Thursday, Feb 12

Join us on Lincoln’s birthday as we celebrate his legacy with educational activities and offerings!

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image GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT

GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT

Friday, Feb 13

Each February, the world comes together for the love of birds.

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image OWL PROWL: FAMILY EDITION

OWL PROWL: FAMILY EDITION

Friday, Feb 13

February is the perfect time of year to look for (and find) owls in the Champaign County Forest Preserves!

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image OUTSIDE IN CHAMPAIGN FORESTS- LOVE BIRDS EDITION

OUTSIDE IN CHAMPAIGN FORESTS- LOVE BIRDS EDITION

Saturday, Feb 14

This February, join us for a heartwarming twist on our monthly OUTside Hikes. 

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image SCHOOL’S OUT: MEET ABRAHAM LINCOLN!

SCHOOL’S OUT: MEET ABRAHAM LINCOLN!

Monday, Feb 16

Come and meet Abraham Lincoln on Presidents’ Day!

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image EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS FROGWATCH VOLUNTEER TRAINING

EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS FROGWATCH VOLUNTEER TRAINING

Tuesday, Feb 17

Become certified to participate in an exciting community science program that monitors wetlands for frogs and toads.

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image RESTORATION CREATIONS

RESTORATION CREATIONS

Saturday, Feb 21

Join us for a hands-on workshop that transforms a local ecological problem into creative expression!

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image SAP TO SYRUP: EXPLORING MAPLE TAPPING IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS

SAP TO SYRUP: EXPLORING MAPLE TAPPING IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS

Saturday, Feb 28

Explore the history and science behind maple sugaring, learn how to do it yourself, and even sample real maple syrup.

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Museum of the Grand Prairie
Creating Connections.

A facility of the Champaign County Forest Preserve District.

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950 N Lombard St
Mahomet, IL 61853 United States

217-586-2612

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