Health Through Nature
Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding our disconnect from nature may […]
Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding our disconnect from nature may […]
Let’s give our feathered friends a helping hand this spring! We’ll learn how birds build and use nests during a brief presentation, then craft handmade nesting balls for our backyard […]
Join us on the opposite side of the county to jumpstart your joints and spring into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and […]
Join park staff to explore the trails on two wheels! Enjoy an interpretive bike tour and “wheel”-derness ride as we travel along the Rotary Riverwalk and Ottawa River Bikeway through […]
Enjoy the great outdoors while learning a new skill! Participants ages 9 to adult are invited to join us on the range to explore this unique recreational sport and appreciate […]
Please join us to learn about volunteering at the park. Two informational sessions will be held to provide an overview of opportunities during the spring and summer months in our […]
Enjoy the great outdoors while learning a new skill! Participants ages 9 to adult are invited to join us on the range to explore this unique recreational sport and appreciate […]
The Park District maintains several education animals in the McElroy Environmental Education Center, using them throughout the year for nature presentations and programs. Join the Critter Care volunteers to help […]
The last Friday of each month from May to Sept., a naturalist will set up equipment to go ‘sky fishing’- a way that scientists sample the insects flying through our […]
Traditional Irish Music.
(Day 1 of 2 - morning session) Dates: June 3 & 4 The world is positively buzzing with pollinators: bees, bats, butterflies, and more! Let’s learn about and celebrate these […]
(Day 1 of 2 - morning session) Dates: June 3 & 4 Take aim and try out something new! During this 2-day camp, children ages 9 – 14 will explore […]