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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! \n\n\n\nEvery third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm until June 19\, 2025
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-eggers-grove-3/
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Day - Sand Ridge Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Sand Ridge is a woodland and prairie site with a magnificent nature center attached. Join our volunteer crew for a restoration day to help restore our forest preserves. Meet outside of the Nature Center. Meet in front of the green pod off the service driveway. Register here.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-day-sand-ridge-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T160000
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SUMMARY:BGI Spring Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive gathering to celebrate the hard work of woody clearing and prescribed burns while welcoming the arrival of spring! Gather around the campfire for a cozy evening of community and camaraderie. This will be a potluck-style event\, so be sure to check the key to see what dish you can bring to share. We can’t wait to celebrate the changing seasons with you! \n\n\n\n\nKey- Last Name \n\n\n\nA-G- Appetizers \n\n\n\nH-P Main \n\n\n\nQ-Z Dessert
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bgi-spring-kickoff/
LOCATION:Flint Creek – CFC Farmhouse\, 459 W State Rte 22\, North Barrington\, Illinois\, 60010\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Family PEACE Gathering:  Express Yourself with Music\, Dance\, and Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Nature-based peace circles for people of all ages & ethnicities to connect\, celebrate\, and build community through art\, wellness\, & play. \n\n\n\nApril workshops will explore self-expression using Music\, Movement\, and Poetry. Participants will experience and learn African diasporic drum and dance\, and make connections to global dance styles\, poetry\, and more. Workshops will be led by LOLK program staff\, hip hop artist Queen Prophecy\, and other local artists from various backgrounds.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/a-family-peace-gathering-express-yourself-with-music-dance-and-poetry/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Event Pavillion\, W 87th St & S Western Ave\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T130000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Day - Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Eggers Grove \n\n\n\n\n\nEggers Woods is a beautiful site made of woodlands\, marshes\, and prairies. For a better view of the flora and fauna at this site\, join us for a volunteer day performing ecological restoration. Meet at the parking lot east of the caretaker’s building; registration here.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-day-eggers-grove/
LOCATION:Eggers Woods\, MFQF+94Q\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T130000
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SUMMARY:Oxbow Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Formed by an old loop in the river’s course\, lies the Oxbow Prairie. \n\n\n\nThis old oxbow in the Chicago River’s North Branch is a combination of low\, wet prairie soils and slightly higher mesic prairie soils. A small open savanna lies on what was once the east bank of the river. The mesic prairie had an abundance of Eurasian grasses\, Queen Anne’s lace and tall goldenrod. With management\, the more conservative prairie plants such as northern dropseed\, stiff goldenrod\, golden alexanders and big bluestem grass are returning. \n\n\n\nThe wetter areas are richest in native plants\, including cup plant\, ironweed\, tall meadow-rue\, water parsnip\, cordgrass\, Virginia rye\, and numerous kinds of sedges. \n\n\n\nA small oak savanna on the old east bank has swamp white and bur oaks\, in the words of landscape architect and restorationist Tom Vanderpoel\, “a wonderful micro oak savanna.” \n\n\n\nJoin North Branch Restoration Project volunteers and enjoy a different view here! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nDirections: From the south\, enter the drive off of Caldwell Avenue across from Tonty; proceed ~1/4 mile\, staying to the right at the split. From the north\, enter the drive off of Harts Road and proceed ~3/4 mile south. Look for the Volunteer signs at the meeting spot. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/oxbow-prairie-volunteer-workday-5/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T090000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Day - Sand Ridge Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Sand Ridge is a woodland and prairie site with a magnificent nature center attached. Join our volunteer crew for a restoration day to help restore our forest preserves. Meet outside of the Nature Center. Meet in front of the green pod off the service driveway. Register here.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-day-sand-ridge-nature-center/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T150000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Workday where we will remove invasive shrubs with hand tools and place the wood in a brush pile fire. Beginners welcome!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-3/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Healy Savanna\, Beverly Lake\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, 60179\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T130000
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SUMMARY:Miami Woods and Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:The Miami Woods Forest Preserve covers 112 acres stretching along the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River from Oakton Street northward to Dempster Street.  It is bounded on the west side by Caldwell Avenue\, Waukegan Road and development at the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. The land on the east side of the river forms the Saint Paul Woods Forest Preserve. \n\n\n\nMiami Woods and Prairie contain important remnants of the original grasslands and woodlands that formed the natural heritage of the greater Chicago area. Miami Woods and Prairie (except the turf grass picnic areas) is to achieve restoration to the highest ecological condition possible using a minimum amount of management intervention. Our approach is to restore natural processes so that the area will become as self-sustaining as possible. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Located on the east side of Caldwell\, two blocks north of Oakton.  Meet in the parking lot for Miami Woods\, look for the Volunteer sign. \n\n\n\nTo volunteer or for more information contact Nick Conde at Miami Woods.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-5/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T160000
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SUMMARY:Explore and Restore: Kames\, Calamities\, and Other Cartographic Curiosities
DESCRIPTION:Summary of Event/Workday- Join us for a unique\, adventure-filled hike through the rolling terrain of the Penny Road Pond area\, where we’ll explore the fascinating landforms shaped by ancient glaciers\, uncover the stories of past ecological and human events\, and decode the landscape using historical and topographical maps. This hike is perfect for those who love geology\, history\, and outdoor adventure! Registration required\,
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/explore-and-restore-kames-calamities-and-other-cartographic-curiosities-2/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 3QXV+83H\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250324T190813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T190814Z
UID:10000139-1743339600-1743346800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Workday where we will remove invasive shrubs with hand tools and place the wood in a brush pile fire. Beginners welcome!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-2/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Healy Savanna\, Beverly Lake\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, 60179\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T004704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230540Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul Woods Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Woods is an inviting oak-hickory woodland situated east of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Like many of our native woodlands\, it needs management to clear invasive brush and trees to restore the original structure. With increased sunlight\, the wildflowers and grasses will once again add to the beauty of the woods. Join North Branch Restoration Project volunteers as we remove buckthorn and other weedy species\, protecting our native ecosystems. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the driveway north off 6500 Oakton Ave\, across from Natchez Ave in Morton Grove. Look for the Volunteer sign in the parking area. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, please contact Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/st-paul-woods-volunteer-workday/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250317T194102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T194103Z
UID:10000136-1742734800-1742742000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Workday where we will remove invasive shrubs with hand tools and place the wood in a brush pile fire. Beginners welcome! \n\n\n\nMeet in Beverly Lake Parking Lot
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Healy Savanna\, Beverly Lake\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, 60179\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250313T164105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T164105Z
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SUMMARY:Explore and Restore: Kames\, Calamities\, and Other Cartographic Curiosities
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique\, adventure-filled hike through the rolling terrain of the Penny Road Pond area\, where we’ll explore the fascinating landforms shaped by ancient glaciers\, uncover the stories of past ecological and human events\, and decode the landscape using historical and topographical maps. This hike is perfect for those who love geology\, history\, and outdoor adventure!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/explore-and-restore-kames-calamities-and-other-cartographic-curiosities/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 3QXV+83H\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250313T162409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T162409Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days- Kickapoo Woods and Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Kickapoo Woods is a site with beautiful wet prairies in Riverdale\, IL. During volunteer days\, you can get up close and personal with nature performing a variety of restoration activities. Meet at the volunteer kiosk.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-and-prairie/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods & Priarie\, J9J3+GP\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T004749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T225857Z
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SUMMARY:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods Volunteer Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Branch Restoration Project to restore this oak woodland to its former beauty! This 76-acre site depends on a community of volunteers to remove invasive species\, spread native seed\, and much more. Large pin oaks are a unique feature of this preserve\, which is also home to some beautiful spring ephemerals. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the preserve from Harts Road\, just west of Touhy and Caldwell and look for the volunteer sign. The approximate address is 6600 W Harts Road in Niles\, IL. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bunker-hill-north-flatwoods-volunteer-workdays/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250312T205438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T205439Z
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers: Des Plaines River Relics Walk
DESCRIPTION:The final three miles of the Des Plaines River Trail have more lost\, abandoned\, and mysterious artifacts than any other stretch of the trail; we’ll discuss what these are and how they fit into the modern history of this most urban of urban rivers. Along the way\, we’ll also talk about water quality\, habitat conditions in the Des Plaines watershed\, and flooding. \n\n\n\nDifficulty level \n\n\n\nModerate to fast pace. Easy 5-mile hike\, mostly flat trail; est. 1.5 to 2 hours. \n\n\n\nParking/Meeting location: \n\n\n\nSunset Bridge Meadow parking lot; North Ave. east of N 1st Ave River Grove\, IL \n\n\n\nMeet your volunteer guide: \n\n\n\nHobby hiker and nature lover\, Dan Witte built a fan site dedicated to the Des Plaines River: www.thedesplaines.com \n\n\n\nWhat to bring/wear: \n\n\n\nWater\, sunscreen\, weather-appropriate clothing (layers are recommended)\, and sturdy hiking boots/comfortable shoes. \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Dan Witte \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but please register to secure your spot. If you have any questions about this walk or the Trailblazers Walking Series\, contact Sydney Armstead\, Engagement Program Manager\, at sydney@fotfp.org.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/trailblazers-des-plaines-river-relics-walk-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250313T161749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T161749Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days: Dan Ryan Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the abundant woodlands at Dan Ryan Woods to help protect our environment and make a difference locally. No experience required; all tools and supplies will be provided! Meet at the 91st St. entrance.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-dan-ryan-woods/
LOCATION:Chicago\, IL 60643-1231\, W 91st St & S Hermitage Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60643-1231\, Illinois\, 60643-1231\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250129T232739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T140942Z
UID:10000100-1742464800-1742472000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:— CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER — \n\n\n\nCome hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! \n\n\n\nEvery third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm until June 19\, 2025
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-eggers-grove-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T004923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230851Z
UID:10000020-1742119200-1742130000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Oxbow Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Formed by an old loop in the river’s course\, lies the Oxbow Prairie. \n\n\n\nThis old oxbow in the Chicago River’s North Branch is a combination of low\, wet prairie soils and slightly higher mesic prairie soils. A small open savanna lies on what was once the east bank of the river. The mesic prairie had an abundance of Eurasian grasses\, Queen Anne’s lace and tall goldenrod. With management\, the more conservative prairie plants such as northern dropseed\, stiff goldenrod\, golden alexanders and big bluestem grass are returning. \n\n\n\nThe wetter areas are richest in native plants\, including cup plant\, ironweed\, tall meadow-rue\, water parsnip\, cordgrass\, Virginia rye\, and numerous kinds of sedges. \n\n\n\nA small oak savanna on the old east bank has swamp white and bur oaks\, in the words of landscape architect and restorationist Tom Vanderpoel\, “a wonderful micro oak savanna.” \n\n\n\nJoin North Branch Restoration Project volunteers and enjoy a different view here! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: From the south\, enter the drive off of Caldwell Avenue across from Tonty; proceed ~1/4 mile\, staying to the right at the split. From the north\, enter the drive off of Harts Road and proceed ~3/4 mile south. Look for the Volunteer signs at the meeting spot. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/oxbow-prairie-volunteer-workday/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T005013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230921Z
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SUMMARY:Miami Woods and Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:The Miami Woods Forest Preserve covers 112 acres stretching along the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River from Oakton Street northward to Dempster Street.  It is bounded on the west side by Caldwell Avenue\, Waukegan Road and development at the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. The land on the east side of the river forms the Saint Paul Woods Forest Preserve. \n\n\n\nMiami Woods and Prairie contain important remnants of the original grasslands and woodlands that formed the natural heritage of the greater Chicago area. Miami Woods and Prairie (except the turf grass picnic areas) is to achieve restoration to the highest ecological condition possible using a minimum amount of management intervention. Our approach is to restore natural processes so that the area will become as self-sustaining as possible. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Located on the east side of Caldwell\, two blocks north of Oakton.  Meet in the parking lot for Miami Woods\, look for the Volunteer sign. \n\n\n\nTo volunteer or for more information contact Nick Conde at Miami Woods.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T005121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T225959Z
UID:10000018-1740823200-1740834000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods Volunteer Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Branch Restoration Project to restore this oak woodland to its former beauty! This 76-acre site depends on a community of volunteers to remove invasive species\, spread native seed\, and much more. Large pin oaks are a unique feature of this preserve\, which is also home to some beautiful spring ephemerals. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the preserve from Harts Road\, just west of Touhy and Caldwell and look for the volunteer sign. The approximate address is 6600 W Harts Road in Niles\, IL. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bunker-hill-north-flatwoods-volunteer-workdays-2/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T005207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230755Z
UID:10000017-1740304800-1740315600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Oxbow Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Formed by an old loop in the river’s course\, lies the Oxbow Prairie. \n\n\n\nThis old oxbow in the Chicago River’s North Branch is a combination of low\, wet prairie soils and slightly higher mesic prairie soils. A small open savanna lies on what was once the east bank of the river. The mesic prairie had an abundance of Eurasian grasses\, Queen Anne’s lace and tall goldenrod. With management\, the more conservative prairie plants such as northern dropseed\, stiff goldenrod\, golden alexanders and big bluestem grass are returning. \n\n\n\nThe wetter areas are richest in native plants\, including cup plant\, ironweed\, tall meadow-rue\, water parsnip\, cordgrass\, Virginia rye\, and numerous kinds of sedges. \n\n\n\nA small oak savanna on the old east bank has swamp white and bur oaks\, in the words of landscape architect and restorationist Tom Vanderpoel\, “a wonderful micro oak savanna.” \n\n\n\nJoin North Branch Restoration Project volunteers and enjoy a different view here! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: From the south\, enter the drive off of Caldwell Avenue across from Tonty; proceed ~1/4 mile\, staying to the right at the split. From the north\, enter the drive off of Harts Road and proceed ~3/4 mile south. Look for the Volunteer signs at the meeting spot. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/oxbow-prairie-volunteer-workday-2/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250130T035537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230725Z
UID:10000038-1740218400-1740229200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Kickapoo Woods is a site with beautiful wet prairies in Riverdale\, IL. During volunteer days\, you can get up close and personal with nature performing a variety of restoration activities. Meet at the volunteer kiosk; Click on the registration link for more details.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250129T232558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T232559Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! \n\n\n\nEvery third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm until June 19\, 2025
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-eggers-grove/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T005422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230435Z
UID:10000016-1739700000-1739710800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul Woods Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Woods is an inviting oak-hickory woodland situated east of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Like many of our native woodlands\, it needs management to clear invasive brush and trees to restore the original structure. With increased sunlight\, the wildflowers and grasses will once again add to the beauty of the woods. Join North Branch Restoration Project volunteers as we remove buckthorn and other weedy species\, protecting our native ecosystems. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the driveway north off 6500 Oakton Ave\, across from Natchez Ave in Morton Grove. Look for the Volunteer sign in the parking area. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, please contact Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/st-paul-woods-volunteer-workday-2/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250130T035155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230403Z
UID:10000037-1739610000-1739620800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods for our volunteer days! We will be performing a variety of restoration activities in this woodland and prairie-dominant site. Meet near the end of the parking lot before the cul-de-sac; Click the registration link for more details.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250130T034544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230326Z
UID:10000035-1739610000-1739617200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Trailblazers: Des Plaines River Relics Walk
DESCRIPTION:The final three miles of the Des Plaines River Trail have more lost\, abandoned\, and mysterious artifacts than any other stretch of the trail; we’ll discuss what these are and how they fit into the modern history of this most urban of urban rivers. Along the way\, we’ll also talk about water quality\, habitat conditions in the Des Plaines watershed\, and flooding. \n\n\n\nDifficulty level: Moderate to fast pace. Easy 5-mile hike\, mostly flat trail; est. 1.5 to 2 hours. \n\n\n\nParking/Meeting location: Sunset Bridge Meadow parking lot; North Ave. east of N 1st Ave River Grove\, IL \n\n\n\nMeet your volunteer guide: Hobby hiker and nature lover\, Dan Witte built a fan site dedicated to the Des Plaines River: www.thedesplaines.com \n\n\n\nWhat to bring/wear: Water\, sunscreen\, weather-appropriate clothing (layers are recommended)\, and sturdy hiking boots/comfortable shoes. \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but please register to secure your spot. If you have any questions about this walk or the Trailblazers Walking Series\, contact Sydney Armstead\, Engagement Program Manager\, at sydney@fotfp.org. \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Dan Witte
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/trailblazers-des-plaines-river-relics-walk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20250130T033534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230258Z
UID:10000034-1739091600-1739102400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:NEWTS New Volunteer - Stewardship Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly workday at Spring Creek Healy Savanna where we will learn how to remove invasive shrubs with hand tools and place the wood in a brush pile fire. Meet at Beverly Lake parking area off of Higgens Rd (Rte 72). Click the registration link for more details. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/newts-new-volunteer-stewardship-volunteer-days/
LOCATION:3QM9+FQ\, Hoffman Estates\, IL\, 3QM9+FQ\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T225956
CREATED:20241212T005533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T230222Z
UID:10000015-1739008800-1739019600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Miami Woods and Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:The Miami Woods Forest Preserve covers 112 acres stretching along the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River from Oakton Street northward to Dempster Street.  It is bounded on the west side by Caldwell Avenue\, Waukegan Road and development at the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. The land on the east side of the river forms the Saint Paul Woods Forest Preserve. \n\n\n\nMiami Woods and Prairie contain important remnants of the original grasslands and woodlands that formed the natural heritage of the greater Chicago area. Miami Woods and Prairie (except the turf grass picnic areas) is to achieve restoration to the highest ecological condition possible using a minimum amount of management intervention. Our approach is to restore natural processes so that the area will become as self-sustaining as possible. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Located on the east side of Caldwell\, two blocks north of Oakton.  Meet in the parking lot for Miami Woods\, look for the Volunteer sign. \n\n\n\nTo volunteer or for more information contact Nick Conde at Miami Woods.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-2/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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