Join Naturalist Erica for a monthly circle of conversation over yarn art. Bring your own knit, crochet, or other yarn art project to work within a group of like-minded yarn enthusiasts. Share tips and patterns with others while picking up pointers and ideas from friends old and new.
People can put on coats, hats and gloves to keep warm during snowy Midwestern months. But what do Illinois mammals do to beat the cold?
Studies show that time outdoors can relieve stress, boost your immune system, improve sleep, and contribute to overall good health. And during the cold winter months, what better way to uplift your mood than getting out in nature for a little relaxation and sunshine.
Join us this winter for a series of engaging Bird Watching Walks, where you can enjoy the beauty of the changing seasons while discovering the diverse birdlife inhabiting our forest preserves. Led by a Forest Preserve District naturalist, these walks will cover essential bird-identification skills and share fascinating stories about our feathered friends.
At this time of year, many people think of turkeys as the roasted centerpieces of their family feasts, but there’s much more to discover! Join District naturalists for a guided hike as we discuss the many differences between the domestic turkeys we enjoy for dinner and the wild turkeys that inhabit our forest preserves.
Each spring and fall, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County conducts prescribed burns across prairies, woodlands and wetlands in an effort to restore and maintain the ecological health of a site. These carefully controlled burns help release nutrients from burned plant material, encourage seed growth and expose bare soil to sunlight so native plants can flourish.
Are you passionate about nature and want to make a positive impact on your community? Discover the Kane County Certified Naturalist (KCCN) program at a free information session on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 7-8 p.m. at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center.
Join us for “Learn from the Experts: Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History,” on Sunday, Oct. 13, from 9:30-11 a.m., at the Barbara Belding Lodge.
