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Fabulous Fireflies

Old Mill Grove Park Shelter 675 Old Mill Grove Rd, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Learn about the life cycle of this fascinating beetle  through games and stories.  Then we will catch and release them.  Bring a flashlight and a blanket.  A seasonal snack will be served.  Register through the LZ Parks and Rec Dept. 847 439 5146 $3/person $5/family Who Should Attend: Anyone! Children ages 6 and up. REGISTER TODAY!

Dandy Dragonflies

Manor Park 5 Miller Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Learn about these interesting insects of water and air through games and stories.  We will look through pond water samples for their larvae and other water creatures.  Wear clothes that can get dirty and wet.  A seasonal snack will be served. Register through the LZ Parks and Rec. Dept. 847.438.5146 $3/person $5/family Who Should Attend: Anyone!  Children [...]

Brierwoods Preserve Workday

Brierwoods Preserve 26 Bruce Circle North, Hawthorn Woods, IL

On September 15, 2018 we will clearing the Brierswood Preserve located at 28 Bruce Circle North in Hawthorn Woods.  Although the grand opening of this green space was only opened last year, it is critical to maintain the space so that it can continue to thrive for the residents of the area.  If you are able to join us for a workday [...]

Mighty Oak Heritage Celebration

Breezewald Park 125 N. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Join the Ancient Oaks Foundation’s Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 22, as we begin our 10th year preserving the area’s oak woodlands and open spaces. This family fun afternoon will include: Live Music by Kent Lewis Author Book Reading & Signing Live Raptors from Wings & Talons Kids Scavenger Hunt & Activities Monarch Butterfly & Bee [...]

Panera Bread Fundraiser

Panera Bread 430 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL

Meet. Eat. Enjoy. We are hosting a Lake Zurich Panera Bread fundraiser on Thursday, October 18 to benefit our continued clearing of invasives, seed collecting and upcoming projects to make our local oak woodlands beautiful places for everyone to enjoy! So dine-in or carryout Panera anytime on 10/18/18.

Tree Pruning

Ela Public Library 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Pruning improves a trees strength and resistance to disease as well as its aesthetics and late fall and winter are the perfect time to prune your trees. Certified Arborist, Shannon Westphal, will explain the principles and demonstrates this important task. Know when it’s a DIY job or when you should call in a professional. A [...]

Buckthorn Busters

The Chalet @ Paulus Park 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

European native buckthorn is an invasive shrub that is slowly destroying our native oak woodlands and natural areas. More than likely you have some in your yard and early winter is the best time to eliminate it. Learn how to identify it and rid it from your property. Demonstrations and handouts will be provided. Free [...]

Coyotes by the Campfire

Kuechmann Arboretum 626 N. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Coyotes are here to stay so let’s learn how to get along with them. Learn about the lives of coyotes, where they live and what to when you meet one. We’ll have stories, demonstrations, and a walk in the night forest to call for them. A seasonal snack will be served. Register online through the [...]

Fort Making

Kuechmann Arboretum 626 N. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Meet us at a local oak woodland park to build a fort.  Using materials, we find in the woodland, we will build our own self-styled fort.  You can work as a team or build your own fort.  These forts are designed for play ad dismantled after the program.  Dress for the weather.  A seasonal snack will [...]

Owl Prowl

The Chalet @ Paulus Park 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

One of nature's most fascinating birds is the owl.  Several species of this "tiger in the sky" make Lake Zurich their home.  There will be a live owl demonstration by Wings and Talons of Itasca, IL.  We will have the time to learn about their life cycles, adaptations, and then go out to Paulus Park [...]

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