Join us for an illuminating evening about the future of energy in our community and around the world. Speakers will discuss the technology needed to electrify the North Shore, innovative climate solutions, and the economic impacts of electrification locally and globally. In addition to speakers there will be a Q&A session, please come with questions. […]
Fall bird migration has begun! Join Tim Joyce of Wild Birds Unlimited, to identify migrating and regional birds on a walk along the Green Bay Trail north of Maple Hill. Following the walk learn how to prepare your yard to support birds passing through and those that will overwinter locally. Park in the Takiff Center's […]
Cook County’s coyotes are the most studied population of coyotes in North America. Join us as we follow the trail of coyotes studied by wildlife biologists working in the Forest Preserves through the Urban Coyote Research Project. Negin Almassi, Forest Preserves of Cook County Naturalist, will discuss coyote behavior and ecology, how we can live […]
FREE! See live Egyptian fruit and African Straw-colored fruit bats. Bats are considered keystone species and a vital part of natural wildlife. They are essential pollinators, a natural pest control service that minimizes insect borne diseases and are a key indicator of environmental health. The bats will also be accompanied by a descented skunk and […]
See live Egyptian fruit and African Straw-colored fruit bats. Bats are considered keystone species and a vital part of natural wildlife. They are essential pollinators, a natural pest control service that minimizes insect borne diseases and are a key indicator of environmental health. The bats will also be accompanied by a descented skunk and opossum. […]
STARTING YOUR GARDEN INSIDE with Organic Gardener Adrienne Detanico Tuesday, March 12 7-8:30 pm at the Takiff Center It’s still really chilly outside and you are wondering how you can easily and successfully start your garden indoors. Adrienne Detanico, Lead Gardener with the Organic Gardner will walk us through the steps to make this […]
Join award-winning naturalist Mark Spreyer as he reveals the truth about owls and other raptors. Featuring live owl guests. Co-sponsored with the Glencoe Park District Click here for flyer.