Join the exceptionally cool David Ducci for our first Westwood workday of the winter! Last year we received funds through the state of Illinois’ Natural Areas Stewardship Grant to remove invasive species and introduce native seeds in a section of this local Woodstock natural area. Directions: From Woodstock, take South Street southwest out of town and over […]
Join Larry for another restoration adventure at Crowley Oak Woods! Restoration has been occurring on this 80-acre tract since the winter of 2020 and we're making great progress clearing the brush from the highest quality areas of the preserve. We've still got the cooler weather this week which always makes these days even more enjoyable. […]
It’s been a while since we’ve had a workday at this site so let’s show some love to the small but promising Concannon Conservation Area! For this workday I'd like to focus on cleaning up the roadside edges where there are lots of invasive trees and shrubs blocking the sunlight and beautiful view. Clearing up […]
These workdays are hosted by our extraordinary steward, Margee Pieper, who has been a vital part of the successes at this site. Under her thoughtful leadership, the history and beauty of Irish oaks is finally revealed for everyone to enjoy. Directions: From Rt. 14 in Harvard, take Brink St east for 1.7 miles. Turn right […]
Join Donato’s site steward David for a brush clearing extravaganza at one of Woodstock’s many natural areas! This is a special little spot in the heart of Woodstock, though few people know about its botanical treasures. Head in through the northwest entrance and follow the trail to the right over the wooden walkway. Keep going […]
We made a huge difference in the view and cleaned up a lot of the understory during our last workday, so let's keep working on cleaning up the area over by the park. There are patches of geranium and other lovely spring wildflowers in that area so I'm hoping we see our hard work pay […]
Join Larry for another restoration adventure at Crowley Oak Woods! Restoration has been occurring on this 80-acre tract since the winter of 2020 and we're making great progress clearing the brush from the highest quality areas of the preserve. Directions: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard, head east on 173 and continue […]
Planning on starting a new native plant garden this spring? Join us! We will discuss site preparation, favorite easy plant choices for sun and shade, the pollinator connection, and vital maintenance tips to make any garden a success. Registration closes Feb. 7 at noon. Date: Thursday, Feb. 9, 12-1:30 p.m. Fee: Free, please register here […]
Let's try this again... It's time for our "Final" Friday brush clearing event with Kim, David, and Megan at Remington Grove! Come hang out with your favorite group of restoration warriors as we take out invasive brush and enjoy friendly banter around a toasty campfire. We haven't figured out a good solution to the creek […]
This workday meets on the second Saturday of the month. Dennis Dreher is our dedicated steward leading these workdays and has been helping to breathe life back into this incredible site since 2006. Come check out all of the wonderful features this site has to offer and give Dennis a hand recovering the dormant beauty […]
Cancelled due to high winds - see you next week! Join Larry for another restoration adventure at Crowley Oak Woods! Restoration has been occurring on this 80-acre tract since the winter of 2020 and we're making great progress clearing the brush from the highest quality areas of the preserve. We've still got the cooler weather […]
We would like to spend this day back near Hickory Hill where much of the smaller invasive brush has already been mowed. All that's left to do here is cut some of the bigger buckthorn that are still standing and finish brushing out the little corner that borders the wetland. Directions: From Rt. 14 […]
