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. 9, from 7-8 p.m. at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center.
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County invites curious minds aged ten and above on a fun adventure during “Eco-Lab: Microscopic Marvels.”
How did early settlers decorate their schools and homes for the holidays? They were resourceful and used found items from nature to create awe-inspiring adornments. Join us for “Nature Crafting for the Holidays” on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 10-11 a.m. at Creek Bend Nature Center. We’ll show you how to create your very own piece of eco-friendly decor!
Get ready to embrace the Halloween season with a naturalist-led hike, followed by stories and crafts in the woods on Friday, Oct. 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Hampshire Forest Preserve.
Join us this fall for Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children aged 3-5, that aims to foster a love for nature and inspire young minds.
Seniors are invited to join District naturalists each month on a pleasant stroll in our natural areas. Each month, we’ll visit a different forest preserve to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area.
Embrace the enchantment of fall at the upcoming “Harvest of the Acorn Moon” Fall Festival, presented by the Forest Preserve District. This cherished family-friendly event invites attendees of all ages to revel in the joys of autumn.
Turtles, waterfowl, and several state-listed threatened species, including Yellow-Headed Blackbirds, are just some of the species expected to benefit from a long-planned wetland scrape project, about to get underway at Pingree Grove Forest Preserve.
