*WATCH THE RECORDING OF THIS WEBINAR* Many wood decomposing mushrooms - like Turkey Tail, Giraffe Spots, and Trembling Merulius - can survive - and even continue to grow - throughout […]
Whistler Woods contains oaks up to 300 years old, but invasive brush prevents their acorns from sprouting. Come join a volunteer group that will cut back the invasives and improve […]
*WATCH THE RECORDING OF THIS WEBINAR* Discover the healing aspects of the forest preserves. Did you know that spending just 20 minutes in a forest preserve, park, or green space […]
*WATCH THE RECORDING OF THIS WEBINAR* Colorful flowers and attractive scents capture our attention through much of the year. But the real force of plant life is found in seeds! […]
*WATCH THE RECORDING OF THIS WEBINAR* In the summer we might see, hear, and feel them everywhere - the buzz of a bee, the bright and contrasting colors of a […]
Whistler Woods contains oaks up to 300 years old, but invasive brush prevents their acorns from sprouting. Come join a volunteer group that will cut back the invasives and improve […]
Celebrate Earth Week 2021 by giving back to one of Cook County's most unique natural areas, Spring Creek Forest Preserve. We will be joining volunteers from the Barrington Greenway Initiative […]
From milkweed to goldenrod, Kickapoo's native prairie plants need your help! Come be part of a group of volunteers restoring this special site along the Little Calumet River. Depending on […]
Come volunteer to restore native habitat! Filled with prairie, oak woodlands and wetlands, the Poplar Creek region in Northwest Cook County needs you. You will be given the opportunity to pursue […]
Celebrate Earth Week 2021 by giving back to one of Cook County's most unique natural areas, Spring Creek Forest Preserve. We will be joining volunteers from the Barrington Greenway Initiative […]
Come give back to nature after enjoying a morning Forest Bathing experience. We will be pulling garlic mustard and bagging it to discard. We will enjoy snacks while we explore […]
Join the Friends of Dan Ryan Woods for our monthly volunteer day on the second Saturday of each month. Depending on the time of year, we cut and burn brush, […]
