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    Dragonfly Bioblitz

    Irish Oaks Nature Preserve 19017 Lincoln Rd., Harvard, IL

    It’s National Dragonfly Day! Join us as we look for as many different species of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) as we can find in the wetlands, prairie and woodland edges at Irish Oaks.

  • A bird in grasses

    Breeding Birds of Thompson Road

    Thompson Road Preserve 9707 Thompson Rd., Bull Valley, IL

    Thompson Road Preserve has a variety of habitats that host many species of breeding birds. We will look for birds breeding at the preserve, help with identification, show you how to use popular birding apps, and more!

  • Tall shagbark hickory

    Tree and Shrub Identification

    Ryders Woods 556 Lake Ave., Woodstock, IL

    Learn how to identify common native trees and shrubs! Class will be outside, so dress for the weather. Registration required.

    $10
  • A family sitting in a circle at an event.

    Howl at the Wolf Oak: Summer Solstice Edition!

    Wolf Oak Woods 9016 IL Route 120, Woodstock, IL

    S’mores around a bonfire, food, a guided evening hike, and family nature activities! Come spend an evening enjoying the company of a 300-plus year-old oak tree and learn more about […]

  • A group of volunteers at Ryders Woods in Woodstock

    Together Tuesday - Ryders Woods Volunteer Restoration Workday

    Ryders Woods 2 711 E. Kimball Ave., Woodstock, IL

    What is Together Tuesday? It’s a day that encourages people to come together, strengthen their communities and find meaningful ways to support one another. TLC will host three activities on […]