Venture into the forests and prairies with volunteer Jerry Sievers. We will search for as many species of these beautiful spring delights as we can, including Virginia bluebells, spring beauties, and more. Register online by April 17.
Trip to Lincoln Park Zoo and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Venture north to downtown Chicago to visit the Lincoln Park Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in America, and learn about conservation efforts worldwide at one of the few free admission zoos in the country. Then, take a short walk to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, a museum with a variety of nature exhibits including a 2,700 square-foot butterfly greenhouse. Register online by April 20.
Sangamon River Cleanup
Make the river a safer and more beautiful place for both wildlife and people as you help clear trash from the banks of the Sangamon River.
Festival of Spring 2020
Celebrate Earth Day and welcome spring with an afternoon of outdoor family activities. Enjoy wagon rides, canoeing, crafts, and learn what other organizations are doing in our community to protect water and wildlife.
Rock Springs Ground Squirrels at Gateway Arch National Park, St. Louis, MO
Away game against several teams at Gateway Arch National Park, St. Louis, MO
Join us for the national pastime: base ball! Cheer for your home team, the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels, in a game of vintage base ball played with authentic 1858 rules.
Oglesby Mansion Open House
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Walk for Wildlife
Explore the woods and wetlands during this inaugural fundraiser for the Macon County Conservation Foundation.
Rock Springs Ground Squirrels vs. McLean County Prairie Chickens
Home game against McLean County Prairie Chickens at BeautifulTroubaughField, Rock Springs Conservation Area.
Bethel School Open House
See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area.
Canoe the Sangamon
Paddle a canoe down one of our local waterways, the Sangamon River. All equipment is provided. Register online by May 8.
Pollinator Power
Discover the amazing world of pollination as we discuss those native to our area, including bumblebees and mason bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even wasps. Register online
Trip to Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis
Explore 79 acres of magnificent horticultural displays full of plant species from tropical to temperate zones. Venture through indoor conservatories, formal gardens, and international gardens. Register online by May 11.
Nighttime Frog Quest
Test your frog-finding abilities by searching for as many species of frogs as you can discover! Register online by May 15.
Wildflower Hike
Venture into the forests and prairies with volunteer Jerry Sievers. We will search for as many species of these beautiful spring delights as we can, including Virginia bluebells, spring beauties, and more. Register online by May 22.
Oglesby Mansion Open House
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Walleye Fishing Trip to Lake Erie
Join staff on a trip to the Great Lakes to fish for walleye on a charter boat. Register online by June 1.