The Chicago region draws a stunning diversity of birds, with roughly 300 species passing through each year on their way to the Arctic or back home to South America. Learn about bird migration, where you can go to observe them, and how planting native plants can help sustain them. Presented by Daniel Suarez, stewardship program manager […]
The Chicago region draws a stunning diversity of birds, with roughly 300 species passing through each year on their way to the Arctic or back home to South America. Learn about bird migration, where you can go to observe them, and how planting native plants can help sustain them. Presented by Daniel Suarez, stewardship program manager […]
Join us for a beach clean up at Gillson Beach from 9am – 11am. Look for our table at the south end of the park near the diagonal beachfront parking. Feel free to come early or stay beyond 11am, but please check in at our table. View the short video we filmed about plastic pollution and our […]
Join in for a bird walk on a Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! Meet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station […]
Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat. Thanks to our many volunteers for helping us keep this lovely space in great condition. We will have tools available for those who wish to do a bit of habitat maintenance. Please wear a mask and gardening gloves. Watch this […]
Did you know that 267 species of birds have been recorded at Gillson Park and that birders come from all over to see them in our local park? In addition to attending our guided bird walks every Sunday in May at 8am, take a virtual tour of this important migration hotspot and learn tips for […]
University of Delaware entomologist Doug Tallamy will discuss the science behind his book Nature's Best Hope in which he argues that we can all be conservationists by planting wildlife habitats in our backyards. Sponsored by Park Ridge Public Library, Go Green Park Ridge and Park Ridge Garden Club. (Program will be on Zoom) Register at: https://parkridgelibrary.libcal.com/event/7498749
Join in the community garage sale! One person’s trash is another person’s treasure! A wonderful way to recycle and reuse! The sale will be in the parking lot of the Mallinckrodt Center.
To Celebrate National Safe Boating Week, the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are hosting an Open House, where visitors can tour the station and enjoy activities including: -See Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary boats up close. -Get boater education and vessel exam information. -Learn about marine pollution and keeping the waters […]
Join in for a bird walk on a Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! Meet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station […]
