Join us to learn about HeartLands Conservancy’s Trout Hollow Hill Prairie, a hill prairie saved through community conservation efforts. This talk will explore the unique ecology of hill prairies, the threats they face, and the ongoing stewardship work to restore and protect this ecosystem. Presenter: Anna McAtee What: Zoom presentation When: 6:00pm on April 29th…
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MAY 2, 2025 8AM – 12PM TURLEY PARK, CARBONDALE, IL HIGH QUALITY NURSERY STOCK NATIVE PERENNIAL WILDFLOWERS, FERNS, AND GRASSES, ALL $10 Plants provided by Southernwood Gardens Alto Pass, IL In time for Mother’s Day. Southern Chapter
So, last time we left off with marine plants creating enough oxygen to create an ozone layer in the atmosphere. This blocked the UV radiation that made life on land impossible. Algae colonized wet areas on land, followed by primitive plants without roots or vascular systems. All land plants descended from these early colonizers, with…
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See the largest prairie in Illinois. Wear sturdy boots, pants and be prepared for ticks and chiggers. After visit the Twisted Anchor in Wilmington for drinks, food and conversation.
See rare dolomite prairie and plants. Sturdy boots and relatively short, level walk. Ticks and chiggers. Retire to Twisted Anchor afterward.
See sand savannas and wetlands. Wear sturdy, long pants and bootsfor sandy trails with some off trail on nearly level ground. Expect ticks and chiggers.
Come see some of the biggest prairie in Illinois at Heidecke Lake. Ticks, chiggers and off trail walking. Who could ask for more. Cool off at Carson’s Tap House (823 Liberty St) in Morris afterward.
Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve walk, meet at Kankakee Sands (Will County) parking lot 10 a.m. Boots, sturdy pants, bug spray and lots of off trail walking.
Meet at McKinley Woods Forest Preserve for a 10 a.m. walk to see green flowers and lovely views. Retire for food, drinks and conversation afterward.
Messenger Woods field trip for a Sunday stroll in nature.
