Jumpstart your joints and spring into fitness with a Johnny Appleseed accountabili-buddy! Join Naturalist Lindsey for a warm-up walk and a few easy laps. All ages and abilities are welcome, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is comfortable for you. Dress for the weather and come out […]
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 be the cause. Scientists are finding that a connection to the natural world is crucial for our health and well-being. Join a Certified Natural Mindfulness […]
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 birds. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Register by May 16.
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 a few easy laps. All ages and abilities are welcome, whether you consider yourself a seed, a sapling, or cider! Choose a pace that is […]
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 Lauer Historical Farm to Schoonover Park and back again. Total distance traveled will be 7 miles. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. […]
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 role of archery in wildlife management. Certified archery instructors will lead participants in proper shooting technique and highlight important safety considerations. All materials will […]
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 Nature Education department, Natural Resources department, and more! Following the overview, we will help new volunteers get set up with our volunteer portal. First-time and […]
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 role of archery in wildlife management. Certified archery instructors will lead participants in proper shooting technique and highlight important safety considerations. All materials will […]
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 (or watch) them clean and feed all our animals at 4 pm on the last Thursday of the month! Register by May 29.
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 night sky. Each month should bring new insects as different species emerge at different times of year. Help us identify and record the insects we […]
