Events

Start 2025 on the right path at Letcher Basin Preserve! This hike will be led by our talented naturalists, who are excited to show you the serenity of the winter

ParkLands Foundation will be hosting a Winter Social at Stave Wine Bar &  Market in Bloomington on Sunday, January 19 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Visit with Board Members, Staff, & Volunteers

Learn to snowshoe! Patti “PK” Koranda will be leading this workshop, giving you all of the information and encouragement you need to walk on snow! This program will take place

This one-hour online course is required for volunteers to apply herbicide at ParkLands Foundation Preserves. Taking the program is not required to be a volunteer. Please fill out one form

Cancelled.

***Update! Preserves Participating Change***  Update: As far as growing seasons go, no two years are the same. Last year at this time, the garlic mustard pulling season was almost over.

This program, created in partnership with University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists, has been designed to engage all ages. While on the Trails, identify spring wildflowers and learn how to

ParkLands Foundation invites you to attend our annual Wildflower Walk at Merwin Preserve. Local naturalists will guide you on a tour of vibrant spring wildflowers. Make this a springtime tradition

Parklands Moon Preserve: Volunteer in May, June and July Cancelled What: Parklands Moon Preserve Workdays When: Every Other Tuesday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. May  6 & 20 June 3 & 17 July 1

Parklands Moon Preserve: Volunteer in May, June and July What: Parklands Moon Preserve Workdays When: Every Other Tuesday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. May  6 & 20 June 3 & 17 July 1 &

Parklands Moon Preserve: Volunteer in May, June and July What: Parklands Moon Preserve Workdays When: Every Other Tuesday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. May  6 & 20 June 3 & 17 July 1 &

This is a not-to-be-missed event, appropriate for birdwatchers from novice to expert! Experienced birders will take groups on the trails at Letcher-Basin Land & Water Reserve to search for the