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Did you know that nature doesn't just stay healthy on its own?
Stewardship volunteer days mean life or death to many parts of many preserves. They are a great way to get exercise, have fun, learn something new and make a real and rewarding difference. Come to see for yourself.
No experience with restoration, but love nature and want to make a difference? All are welcome! Mentorship, hands-on learning, and good discussion provided 🙂
*Do crucial restoration work
*Meet new friends
*Enjoy tasty food
*Be a part of something big for the future of nature
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Upcoming events
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Ecological Restoration at Illinois Beach State Park
Illinois Beach State Park Nature Center, Patomos Ave, Zion, IL, USJoin a friendly group of volunteers in restoring the unique dunesland ecosystem at Illinois Beach State Park!
No experience with restoration, but love nature and want to make a difference? All are welcome! Mentorship, hands-on learning, yummy treats, and good discussion provided 🙂
- Cut and remove brush and burn it on a blazing fire
- Meet new friends
- Enjoy tasty food
- Go home knowing you made an impact
Meet at the Illinois Beach Nature Center parking lot a few minutes before 9am. Dress in layers, wear natural fiber clothing (such as cotton or wool), or don't get too close to the fire. Bring water and a snack to share if you'd like. All work tools provided. Everyone is invited to come, learn, lead, eat and make a difference.
Keep in touch on Instagram and Facebook
RSVP here or on the Google FormThis is a recurring event and while the organizer may not attend every time, there will be a group waiting to welcome you at the Nature Center!
3 attendees
Restoration Workday at Florsheim Nature Preserve!
Florsheim Nature Preserve Parking, 42°12'52.0"N 87°54'03.7"W, Lincolnshire, IL, USJoin a friendly group of volunteers in restoring a local hidden gem: Florsheim Nature Preserve!
No experience with restoration, but love nature and want to make a difference? All are welcome! Mentorship, hands-on learning, and good discussion provided 🙂
*Cut and remove invasive brush and burn it on a blazing fire
*Meet new friends
*Enjoy tasty food
*Go home knowing you made an impactWe'll meet at the end of Farrington Drive.
Get in touch: westforkfriends@friendsilnature.org
5 attendees
Peregrines Restoration Workday at Hidden Pond!
Hidden Pond Woods, Hickory Hills, IL, Hickory Hills, IL, USJoin the Peregrines group of young conservationists at a restoration workday! No prior experience necessary - join in to be part of a purposeful learning community protecting Illinois most biodiverse places. You can expect to:
- Cut and remove brush and burn it on a blazing fire
- Meet new friends
- Enjoy tasty food
- Go home knowing you made an impact
Dress in layers, wear natural fiber clothing (such as cotton or wool) or don't get too close to the fire. Bring water and a snack to share if you'd like. All work tools provided.
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The Peregrines are community of friends (mostly in our 20's and 30's) who travel to important natural areas across northeastern Illinois, making an impact through targeted ecological restoration work. We’re musicians, lawyers, parents, birders, students, nurses, tech workers, and a great deal more, brought together by a passion for our natural ecosystems. We call ourselves “The Peregrines” (from the word for “pilgrims,” or “wanderers”) because we move around.
We travel to a different site each weekend, so pay attention to the event's location! The group is primarily NOT on Meetup so while you may see only the host attending, most workdays will have 7-15 people in attendance.
Join our email list to get updates about where we're headed each week :-)
4 attendeesEcological Restoration at Illinois Beach State Park
Illinois Beach State Park Nature Center, Patomos Ave, Zion, IL, USJoin a friendly group of volunteers in restoring the unique dunesland ecosystem at Illinois Beach State Park!
No experience with restoration, but love nature and want to make a difference? All are welcome! Mentorship, hands-on learning, yummy treats, and good discussion provided 🙂
- Cut and remove brush and burn it on a blazing fire
- Meet new friends
- Enjoy tasty food
- Go home knowing you made an impact
Meet at the Illinois Beach Nature Center parking lot a few minutes before 9am. Dress in layers, wear natural fiber clothing (such as cotton or wool), or don't get too close to the fire. Bring water and a snack to share if you'd like. All work tools provided. Everyone is invited to come, learn, lead, eat and make a difference.
Keep in touch on Instagram and Facebook
RSVP here or on the Google FormThis is a recurring event and while the organizer may not attend every time, there will be a group waiting to welcome you at the Nature Center!
2 attendees
Past events
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