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SUMMARY:Seeds & Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Location- Spring Creek Longmeadow  \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-  152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Set against the stunning backdrop of Longmeadow\, this beginner-friendly outing invites you to connect with nature\, community\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll get hands-on with native plant restoration by learning to identify prairie species and collect their seeds. Vital work that helps restore and protect the health of our local ecosystems. No experience is necessary\, we’ll provide tools\, guidance\, and good company. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seeds-sunset-7/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Longmeadow\, 152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T120000
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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 for a light day of native seed collection. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-9/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183328Z
CREATED:20260819T183327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183328Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods to discover the beauty of its native prairie! We will provide all tools and instructions to collect native seeds and help restore the site’s natural areas.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods-9/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260818T190330Z
CREATED:20260818T190329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T190330Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Justice in Eggers
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk through Eggers Grove and discuss the fight for environmental justice on the Southeast Side of Chicago and how our forest preserves play a role.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/environmental-justice-in-eggers/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, 11251-11249 South Avenue B\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 606017\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T194248Z
CREATED:20260729T194247Z
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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 Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-24/
LOCATION:Miami Woods\, Miami Woods\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, 60053\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183540Z
CREATED:20260819T183539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183540Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods to discover the beauty of its native prairie! We will provide all tools and instructions to collect native seeds and help restore the site’s natural areas.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods-10/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260108T174820Z
CREATED:20260108T174502Z
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SUMMARY:Seeds & Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Location- Spring Creek Galloping Hill \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-  Penny Road Pond\, Barrington Hills \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Set against the stunning backdrop of Galloping Hill\, this beginner-friendly outing invites you to connect with nature\, community\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll get hands-on with native plant restoration by learning to identify prairie species and collect their seeds. Vital work that helps restore and protect the health of our local ecosystems. No experience is necessary\, we’ll provide tools\, guidance\, and good company. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seeds-sunset-8/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 42°05'53.9"N 88°12'26.2"W\, Barrington HIlls\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T191127Z
CREATED:20260806T191126Z
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SUMMARY:Xylem Seed Garden Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Seeds are the lifeblood of healthy woodlands and prairies. By growing successive generations of species\, they help ensure resilient\, self-renewing natural areas for years to come. Restoration volunteers hand collect seeds of many different species in Forest Preserve sites along the Chicago River North Branch\, then distribute them to other less healthy North Branch sites. \n\n\n\nBut some important native species are relatively rare at our sites. Others have seed that are difficult to collect in the wild. We grow some of these special plants in the North Branch seed garden\, where we can better harvest their seed for restoration in North Branch sites. If you love getting your hands dirty and enjoy getting to know some of our native plants\, please join the workdays at our North Branch seed garden in Niles. \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 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles IL\, 60714 \n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\nTurn into the main driveway for the FPCC Maintenance facility then turn right into a small gravel parking area. Enter the enclosed garden area through a swinging gate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact person:Cammy Fortuna tonyandcammy11@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSecondary contact:Mike Andrews mike61950@aol.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite:https://northbranchrestoration.org/
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/xylem-seed-garden-workdays-23/
LOCATION:North Branch Xylem Seed Garden\, 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T192922Z
CREATED:20260729T192921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T192922Z
UID:10000600-1790416800-1790427600@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-23/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods\, 6600 W Harts Road\, Niles\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T194924Z
CREATED:20260818T194924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T194924Z
UID:10000647-1790416800-1790427600@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.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-10/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260108T174526Z
CREATED:20260108T174525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T174526Z
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SUMMARY:Seeds & Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Location- Spring Creek Longmeadow  \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-  152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Set against the stunning backdrop of Longmeadow\, this beginner-friendly outing invites you to connect with nature\, community\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll get hands-on with native plant restoration by learning to identify prairie species and collect their seeds. Vital work that helps restore and protect the health of our local ecosystems. No experience is necessary\, we’ll provide tools\, guidance\, and good company. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seeds-sunset-9/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Longmeadow\, 152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193859Z
CREATED:20260729T193858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193859Z
UID:10000609-1791021600-1791032400@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-21/
LOCATION:St. Paul Woods\, 6500 Oakton Ave\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T173000
DTSTAMP:20260108T174607Z
CREATED:20260108T174606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T174607Z
UID:10000502-1791387000-1791394200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Seeds & Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Location- Spring Creek Galloping Hill \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-  Penny Road Pond\, Barrington Hills \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Set against the stunning backdrop of Galloping Hill\, this beginner-friendly outing invites you to connect with nature\, community\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll get hands-on with native plant restoration by learning to identify prairie species and collect their seeds. Vital work that helps restore and protect the health of our local ecosystems. No experience is necessary\, we’ll provide tools\, guidance\, and good company. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seeds-sunset-10/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 42°05'53.9"N 88°12'26.2"W\, Barrington HIlls\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T195116Z
CREATED:20260818T195115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T195116Z
UID:10000648-1791626400-1791637200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Eggers 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. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-eggers-grove-2/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, MFQF+94Q\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T195241Z
CREATED:20260818T195240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T195241Z
UID:10000649-1791626400-1791637200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Season Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Dan Ryan Woods to kick off the buckthorn cutting season! You’ll learn basic brush cutting techniques\, work on a brush pile burn\, and get to partake in a fun nature-themed art activity with Katelyn Patton. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-season-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T191236Z
CREATED:20260820T191235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T191236Z
UID:10000664-1791626400-1791637200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Dan Ryan Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Dan Ryan Woods to kick off the buckthorn cutting season! You’ll learn basic brush cutting techniques\, work on a brush pile burn\, and get to partake in a fun nature-themed art activity with Katelyn Patton. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-dan-ryan-woods-9/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193513Z
CREATED:20260729T193512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193513Z
UID:10000605-1791712800-1791723600@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\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-23/
LOCATION:Oxbow Prairie\, Oxbow Prairie\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T173000
DTSTAMP:20260108T174632Z
CREATED:20260108T174630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T174632Z
UID:10000503-1791991800-1791999000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Seeds & Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Location- Spring Creek Longmeadow  \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-  152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Set against the stunning backdrop of Longmeadow\, this beginner-friendly outing invites you to connect with nature\, community\, and conservation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll get hands-on with native plant restoration by learning to identify prairie species and collect their seeds. Vital work that helps restore and protect the health of our local ecosystems. No experience is necessary\, we’ll provide tools\, guidance\, and good company. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seeds-sunset-11/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Longmeadow\, 152 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T204321Z
CREATED:20260819T183658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T204321Z
UID:10000660-1792227600-1792238400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods to discover the beauty of its native prairie! We will provide all tools and instructions to collect native seeds and help restore the site’s natural areas.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods-11/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T194311Z
CREATED:20260729T194310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194311Z
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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 Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-25/
LOCATION:Miami Woods\, Miami Woods\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, 60053\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fotfp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/07212024-Miami-3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T192944Z
CREATED:20260729T192943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T192944Z
UID:10000601-1792836000-1792846800@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-24/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods\, 6600 W Harts Road\, Niles\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T195415Z
CREATED:20260818T195415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T195415Z
UID:10000650-1792836000-1792846800@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.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-11/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193923Z
CREATED:20260729T193922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193923Z
UID:10000610-1793527200-1793538000@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-22/
LOCATION:St. Paul Woods\, 6500 Oakton Ave\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193537Z
CREATED:20260729T193536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193537Z
UID:10000606-1794045600-1794056400@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\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-24/
LOCATION:Oxbow Prairie\, Oxbow Prairie\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T182451Z
CREATED:20260819T182450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T182451Z
UID:10000654-1794650400-1794661200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Dan Ryan Woods
DESCRIPTION:Dan Ryan Woods is an expansive area covering 257 acres of Cook County. The site is home to beautiful woodlands\, and flora and fauna that thrive in it.  During our volunteer days\, you can help preserve these species by removing invasive plants!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-dan-ryan-woods-7/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T194334Z
CREATED:20260729T194333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194334Z
UID:10000615-1794736800-1794747600@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 Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-26/
LOCATION:Miami Woods\, Miami Woods\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, 60053\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T193224Z
CREATED:20260819T193223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T193224Z
UID:10000661-1795251600-1795262400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods to discover the beauty of its native prairie! We will provide all tools and instructions to collect native seeds and help restore the site’s natural areas.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods-12/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193009Z
CREATED:20260729T193008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193009Z
UID:10000602-1795341600-1795352400@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-25/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods\, 6600 W Harts Road\, Niles\, Illinois\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T195539Z
CREATED:20260818T195539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T195539Z
UID:10000651-1795860000-1795870800@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.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-12/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193945Z
CREATED:20260729T193944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193945Z
UID:10000611-1795946400-1795957200@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-23/
LOCATION:St. Paul Woods\, 6500 Oakton Ave\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, United States
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