Events

This trip has been canceled due to extreme cold.  Join Bob Fisher and check various locations for raptors, gulls, waterfowl and owls. Meet at theMcDonalds in Coal City at the SE corner of Hwy 113 and Broadway. Dress warmly since we will likely be standing in one exposed location as the sun sets. Trip may be canceled in the event of bad weather. Leader: Bob Fisher

Pre-registration required, limit 10. You must call or text Kyle to request a spot.  He will reply to let you know if you are confirmed, or if you have been placed on a waiting list.  Only 10 people are allowed on each walk and that includes the leader.  Do not show up if you are not confirmed.  Unfortunately, due to Covid restrictions, no additional participants beyond 9 people will be allowed to join the event. If for some reason you are confirmed and then realize you cannot attend, please notify Kyle ASAP so that he can add someone from the waiting […]

Pre-registration required, limit 10. Currently the grounds are open from 8 am to 4pm. Nature Center exhibit buildings remain closed. Drinking fountains are not available; please bring your own water.  Please dress warm and in layers. We will walk mostly on natural trails, so hiking boots with solid treads are advised.  We can expect to see Woodpeckers, Chickadees, Nuthatch, Sparrows, Juncos, and Waterfowl. Face masks and social distancing are required. You must pre-register with the Leader. The walk will be approximately 2 ½ to 3 hours. The Little Red Schoolhouse address is 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs 60480  Directions:  From LaGrange, […]

Pre-registration required, limit 10. Norris Woods is an Illinois Nature Preserve in St. Charles along the Fox River. We will hike along the river utilizing the bike trail that heads north through St. Charles Park District property as well as Kane County Forest Preserve property. We'll be searching for early woodland migrants as well as anything that might be moving along the river. To reach Norris Woods starting from the intersection of Route 64 and Route 25 head north on Route 25. In .9 miles turn left on Johnor Avenue which is right after the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Johnor Avenue will […]