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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday - south Chinquapin Bluffs
DESCRIPTION:Help volunteer Mary Jo Adams establish a new trail on the south section of Chinquapin Bluffs by removing brush along the trail. Involves some physical activity navigating uneven ground\, using loppers/handsaws\, and handheld herbicide sprayers. Please bring water\, work gloves\, sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and bug spray. \nSign up to volunteer!\n  \nClick here for directions to the south gate of Chinquapin Bluffs.  If this is your first time to Chinquapin Bluffs\, don’t be alarmed by the statues and signs at the corner of 375N and 2225E (pictured below).  The lane past them is publicly accessible and leads to the Chinquapin Bluffs gate.  \n \nMore information: \nAbout Chinquapin Bluffs
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/volunteer-workday-south-chinquapin-bluffs-trail/
LOCATION:ParkLands Chinquapin\, JVXH+C9\, Carlock\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T130000
DTSTAMP:20211018T160256Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T160256Z
UID:96441-1634983200-1634994000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday - south Chinquapin Bluffs
DESCRIPTION:Help keep the invasive plant Lespedeza cuneata from further invading our prairie restoration.  This workday\, led by Volunteer Steward Mary Jo Adams\, will involve physical activity navigating unlevel ground\, and pulling and/or lopping of plants.  Please bring water\, work gloves\, sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and bug spray. \nSign up to volunteer!\n  \nClick here for directions to the south gate of Chinquapin Bluffs.  If this is your first time to Chinquapin Bluffs\, don’t be alarmed by the statues and signs at the corner of 375N and 2225E (pictured below).  The lane past them is publicly accessible and leads to the Chinquapin Bluffs gate.  \n \nFor more information: \nAbout Chinquapin Bluffs \nAbout Lespedeza cuneata
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/volunteer-workday-south-chinquapin-bluffs-prairie/
LOCATION:ParkLands Chinquapin\, JVXH+C9\, Carlock\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211107T120000
DTSTAMP:20211103T172719Z
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UID:96204-1636273800-1636286400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday - Cayuga Ridge Seed Collection
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nCollect seeds from a tallgrass prairie remnant!  We will meet at the McDonald’s in Chenoa before caravanning to Cayuga Ridge\, which is just north of Pontiac.  Please bring water\, work gloves\, sturdy shoes and long pants.  This workday will involve physical activity navigating unlevel ground. \n\nSign up to volunteer!\n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/volunteer-workday-cayuga-ridge-seed-collection/
LOCATION:Meet at McDonalds in Chenoa\, 504 Hoselton Dr\,\, Chenoa\, IL\, 61726
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211231T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211231T150000
DTSTAMP:20211230T122611Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:What better way to bring in the new year than time outside?  Join us for a guided hike through one of our best-kept secrets.  Our New Year’s Day hike at Kenyon-Baller Woods has been rescheduled to December 31st at 1pm due to a winter storm forecasted for New year’s Day.   We’ll explore new trails and point out the must-see spots of this landscape while enjoying some fresh air.  Learn more about the Kenyon-Baller Woods. \nRegister for the guided hike here
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/new-years-day-hike/
LOCATION:ParkLands Kenyon-Baller Woods Preserve\, MR6G+M5 Secor\, Illinois\, Secor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220422T150000
DTSTAMP:20220409T003202Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T003202Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Volunteer Earth Day event! We will be cutting honeysuckle on the Bunney tract at the Mohr Preserve. Honeysuckle can cause severe damage to our natural prairies. On our ParkLands properties\, it is a constant battle with species like honeysuckle. Come help our land stewards\, who work tirelessly\, to cut back and stop any new growth! Register Here!  \nPlease bring water\, work gloves\, sturdy shoes\, and long pants.  This workday will involve physical activity navigating unlevel ground\, and pulling and/or lopping of plants. Volunteers will be provided with all necessary equipment and will be paired with an experienced land steward for instruction and safety. \nQuestions?  Contact Morgan Armbrust at morgan@parklandsfoundation.org \n\nAbout honeysuckle control:\n \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/earth-day-volunteer-event/
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan":MAILTO:morgan@parklandsfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220423T123000
DTSTAMP:20220324T224820Z
CREATED:20211215T195346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T224820Z
UID:96493-1650708000-1650717000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Merwin Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:A spring favorite is back!  Local naturalists will lead guided tours of Merwin Preserve’s vibrant spring wildflowers on Saturday\, April 23rd.  Four sessions are available: 10:00am\, 10:15am\, 10:30am\, and 10:45am. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/merwin-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:ParkLands Merwin Preserve NORTH gate\, M496+HG\, Lexington\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T140000
DTSTAMP:20220514T154424Z
CREATED:20220308T164623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220514T154424Z
UID:96573-1657350000-1657375200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:ParkLands 5th Annual Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Who would like to go for a bike ride through some beautiful restored prairie and woodlands along the Mackinaw River this summer?  That’s right! ParkLands will be hosting our fifth annual bike ride on July 09\, 2022. Won’t you join us and support the ParkLands mission of preserving prairie and forest habitat along the Mackinaw making it one of the cleanest rivers in Illinois? \nWe again will have a 20 and 50 mile route as well as a 100 kilometer ride. These routes will go through some of our properties.  The ride will be supported with a SAG wagon by Bloomington Cycle & Fitness along with strategically placed rest stops along the routes. After the ride\, Kemp’s Upper Tap will be serving their usual fare.\n\n\nEarly bird registration is live! ParkLands Member price: $40  ParkLands Non-Member price: $45 \n\nPlease register at:  https://parklandsfoundation.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=708& \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThank you to our sponsors: Oak: Zimmerman and Armstrong Hickory: Bloomington Cycle and Fitness\, Commerce Bank & Trust Company\, Daniel G Deneen Law Office\, Deer’s Mill Farm\, Prairie Oak Veterinary Clinic. Vitesse Cycle Shop Birch: The Factory\, Gentle Family Dentistry\, Heartland Bank and Trust\, Keg Grove Brewing Company\, Kemp’s Upper Tap
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/parklands-5th-annual-bike-ride/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T120000
DTSTAMP:20220804T125426Z
CREATED:20211215T200447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T125426Z
UID:96497-1660381200-1660392000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Learn about dragonflies and damselflies!
DESCRIPTION:    \nOur annual river event is back as we will again explore the river for a hands-on learning opportunity about the Mackinaw River’s amazing aquatic diversity at ParkLands’ Chinquapin Bluffs Land & Water Reserve . The entrance is on the south side of the preserve and the directions can be found here.  Yes\, we’ll find mussels\, but we’ll also find darters\, microinvertebrates\, macroinvertebrates\, and more. This year we will also be learning about Dragonflies and Damselflies!  This is an event for all ages! \nParkLands volunteers will lead a 0.5 mile hike to the river\, where guests will then wade into the water guided by local stream ecologists in two groups; one surveying mussels and the other will look for macroinvertebrates.  A shuttle will also be available for transport to the river.  This is appropriate for any person able to wade in a foot of water (depending on river levels). Please wear water shoes\, bring a towel\, sunscreen and clothes that you don’t mind getting wet or dirty. We suggest a dry change of clothes for the ride home.  Admission is $5 for ParkLands members and $10 for non-members. \nRegistration Here!\n \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/river-event-3/
LOCATION:ParkLands Chinquapin\, JVXH+C9\, Carlock\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T110000
DTSTAMP:20220815T172902Z
CREATED:20220815T172427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T172902Z
UID:96674-1660986000-1660993200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Chinquapin Bluffs Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 20th\, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  We will meet at the entrance to South Chinquapin. \nClick here for directions \nWe will be cutting and bagging teasel. Loppers will be provided.\nPlease bring  work gloves\, and wear boots\, long sleeve shirts and long pants.\nWe’ll have water\, snacks bug spray and sunscreen. Thank you!\nPlease sign up here:\nhttps://parklandsfoundation.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=765&
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/chinquapin-bluffs-work-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220911T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220911T150000
DTSTAMP:20220823T172900Z
CREATED:20211215T201208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T172900Z
UID:96501-1662892200-1662908400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of the Members
DESCRIPTION:Register here for the meeting!  \n \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/annual-meeting-of-the-members-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T170000
DTSTAMP:20220920T165158Z
CREATED:20220920T161738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T165158Z
UID:96695-1664618400-1664643600@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:A Little Celebration on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Letcher Basin on October 1st for a Prairie Celebration. No need to RSVP this is an open house style event. Please see event details below including a tentative schedule beneath the flyer. \nDirections to Letcher Basin can be found HERE \n \n10:00 – Hiking & Bird Watching \nBring your binoculars and hiking sticks! We will start off the day with Dr. Given Harper as he shares his expertise about the birds that live in or visit Letcher Basin. Then two of our Volunteer Stewards\, Mary Jo Adams and Sherrie Snyder\, will lead a hike exploring the basin. \nAll Day – Plein air Artists \nView artists at work painting their interpretations of Letcher’s prairie.  Deana Schoolcraft\, Peg Schickedanz\, Dale Evans\, Phil Smith \nNoon – Bring your picnic lunch and spend the day with us! \nKen Kashian shares his project of Weston Cemetery. \nJan Turner shares her experiences at Horn Preserve. \n1:30 – Bee Identification and Exploration \nDr. Ben Sadd and friends explore the prairie with us looking for bumble bees and other insects. \n2:30 – Afternoon Trailer Ride \nEnjoy a fall ride around Letcher basin as you hear stories about Lincoln and learn new things about bald eagles. Guy Fraker & Mary Jo Adams \n3:00 – 3:45 – Family Photos on the Prairie by Katelynn Baer Photography \n4:00 – Campfire\, Smores\, and Music \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/a-little-celebration-on-the-prairie/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T120000
DTSTAMP:20221007T191327Z
CREATED:20221007T191052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T191327Z
UID:96791-1665824400-1665835200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lexington Preserve Work Day 10/15
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public work day at the Lexington Preserve on Saturday October 15th from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. We would like to work in teams of two\, to cut and spray. \nWe will meet at 9:00 AM and walk to the area along the prairie by Turkey Creek. \nWe will work on cutting and spraying Autumn Olive and Brush Honeysuckle from 9:30 AM-11:30 AM. \nWe will walk back to cars by 12:00 PM. \nPlease bring work gloves and wear boots. Long sleeve shirts and long pants are encouraged! (If anyone has completed the chainsaw training and wants to help\, some of the Autumn Olive are fairly big in one area just before the woods.) \nSign Up to Volunteer on 10/15
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/lexington-work-day-10-15/
LOCATION:ParkLands Lexington Preserve\, J5MW+8M\, Lexington\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T150000
DTSTAMP:20221101T013202Z
CREATED:20221101T013202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T013202Z
UID:96831-1667563200-1667574000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hayes Woods Preserve Work Day 11/4
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a public work day at the Hayes Woods Preserve on Friday November 4th from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM. \nWe will meet at the parking entrance of Hayes Woods at 12:00 PM\, and walk to the area we will be working on along the trails. (Directions to Hayes Woods Preserve linked below) \nWe will work on clearing trails\, and cutting and spraying Autumn Olive and Bush Honeysuckle from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM. \nWe will walk back to cars by 3:15 PM. \nThis work day\, led by Volunteer Steward Ann Schreifels\, will involve physical activity navigating unlevel ground\, and pulling and/or lopping of plants. \nPlease bring water\, work gloves and wear boots. Long sleeve shirts and long pants are encouraged! \nDirections to Hayes Woods Preserve. \nVolunteer sign up HERE. 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/hayes-woods-preserve-work-day-11-4/
LOCATION:ParkLands Hayes Woods Preserve\, MR5H+4H\, Secor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T120000
DTSTAMP:20221018T190810Z
CREATED:20221018T190701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T190810Z
UID:96688-1667721600-1667736000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Seed Collection Work Day 11/6
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn November 6th take part in our seed collection and the last workday of the season! \nWe will meet at 8:00 AM at the McDonald’s in Chenoa\, then carpool to the collection site north of Pontiac. We will work at the site collecting seeds until 12:00 PM. \nAfterwards we will carpool back to the McDonald’s in Chenoa for drop off at cars. Directions to McDonald’s in Chenoa. \nFor this workday please bring work gloves and wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and long shirts. Buckets for seed collection will be provided on site. \nSign up to volunteer with seed collection on November 6th HERE.  \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/prairie-seed-collection-work-day-11-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230101T120000
DTSTAMP:20221213T151533Z
CREATED:20221206T205255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T151533Z
UID:96834-1672567200-1672574400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Many people like to start the new year with exercise\, reflection\, and nature. This year\, kick off your new year resolutions with ParkLands Foundation on a guided New Year’s Day hike at Merwin Preserve!  \nWe will meet at the Merwin South Gate at 10:00 AM to start the hike! Please dress warm and wear comfortable walking shoes! \nWe will split into two groups for the hike to offer two hiking options for participants; the first hike will be a more challenging hike of roughly 4.2 miles that will last until 12:00 PM and the other hike offered will be a shorter\, casual walk of just over 1 mile to the river and back. (Maps for each hike below) \n              \nWe really hope that you will join us to ring in the New Year! \nRegister for the hike HERE.  \nDIRECTIONS TO MERWIN SOUTH GATE. 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/new-years-day-hike-2/
LOCATION:ParkLands Merwin Preserve SOUTH gate\, 20226-20298 PJ Keller Hwy\, Lexington\, IL\, IL\, 61753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230205T150000
DTSTAMP:20230206T193914Z
CREATED:20230116T170709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T193914Z
UID:96918-1675602000-1675609200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hike with a Naturalist: Chinquapin South
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands for our first Hike with A Naturalist!\n\nStarting in February\, we will be offering guided hikes with a Naturalist through different preserves monthly!\n\nJoin us for our first Hike with a Naturalist on February 5th at 1:00 PM at Chinquapin Bluffs South Gate (directions linked below)!\n\nRegister for the hike HERE. \n\n\nDIRECTIONS TO CHINQUAPIN SOUTH GATE.\n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/hike-with-a-naturalist-february/
LOCATION:ParkLands Chinquapin\, JVXH+C9\, Carlock\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230312T150000
DTSTAMP:20230206T194321Z
CREATED:20230206T192506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T194321Z
UID:96925-1678626000-1678633200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hike with a Naturalist: Hayes Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation for our March Hike with A Naturalist!\n\nEach month we will be offering guided hikes with a Naturalist through different preserves!\n\nJoin us for our second Hike with a Naturalist on March 12th at 1:00 PM at Hayes Woods Preserve (directions linked below)!\n\nRegister for the hike HERE. \n\nDIRECTIONS TO HAYES WOODS PRESERVE. 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/hike-with-a-naturalist-hayes-woods/
LOCATION:ParkLands Hayes Woods Preserve\, MR5H+4H\, Secor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T150000
DTSTAMP:20230206T194245Z
CREATED:20230206T194155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T194245Z
UID:96934-1680440400-1680447600@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hike with a Naturalist: Letcher Basin
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation on our third Hike with A Naturalist in April! \nTake part in a scenic hike through Letcher Basin on April 2nd at 1:00 PM! (directions linked below) \nRegister to join us at Letcher Basin HERE.  \nDirections to Letcher Basin Preserve.
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/hike-with-a-naturalist-letcher-basin/
LOCATION:ParkLands Letcher Basin Land & Water Reserve\, JRWR+VG\, Secor\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T110000
DTSTAMP:20230331T004123Z
CREATED:20230331T004123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T004123Z
UID:97031-1682157600-1682161200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk 2023
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, towards the end of April and into early May\, the Bluebells are in full bloom! \nJoin ParkLands Foundation for our annual hike guided by local naturalists on a tour of Merwin Preserve’s most vibrant spring flowers on Saturday\, April 22\, 2023! \nThere will be four sessions of the hike available as follows: 10:00am\, 10:15am\, 10:30am\, and 10:45am. \nWe will meet for each hiking session at the NORTH gate of Merwin Preserve. (Directions linked below) \nRegister now to secure your spot on the hike!  \nDIRECTIONS TO MERWIN PRESERVE.
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/wildflower-walk-2023/
LOCATION:ParkLands Merwin Preserve NORTH gate\, M496+HG\, Lexington\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230507T153000
DTSTAMP:20230308T161909Z
CREATED:20230308T161815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T161909Z
UID:97013-1683464400-1683473400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hike with a Naturalist: Chinquapin North
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation on our fourth Hike with A Naturalist in May! \nTake part in a scenic hike through North Chinquapin Preserve on May 7th at 1:00 PM! (directions linked below) \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegister for this hike HERE.  \nDirections to Chinquapin North Gate.
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/may-hike-with-a-naturalist-chinquapin-north/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230709T060000
DTSTAMP:20230505T163814Z
CREATED:20210605T184857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T163814Z
UID:96229-1688794200-1688882400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer for the ParkLands Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Help ensure our annual bike ride is a safe and fun experience for all! We need around 4 volunteers at each of two rest stops to accommodate  safety measures\, such as separate food and water/Gatorade tables. Volunteers will handle all food and drink for the cyclists to minimize touches\, while also frequently sanitizing the water/Gatorade cooler dispensers.  Volunteers with trucks or similar vehicles are especially needed to teardown on the 3rd shift. \n\n\n\nLocation (click for directions)\nShift\nTime (Saturday\, 7/08/2023)\n\nTask (click link\, then scroll down to register) \n\n\n\nLexington Pavilion\n1\n5:30-8:30am\nParking\, registration\, setup\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMerwin Preserve\n1\n6:00am-9:00am\nAid station setup and support\n\n\n2\n9:00am-12:00pm\nAid station support\n\n\n3\n12:00-2:30pm\nAid station support and teardown\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nComlara Park\n1\n6:00am-9:00am\nAid station setup and support\n\n\n2\n9:00am-12:00pm\nAid station support\n\n\n3\n12:00-2:30pm\nAid station support and teardown\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/bike-ride-volunteers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T140000
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CREATED:20230505T162926Z
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UID:97065-1688799600-1688824800@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:ParkLands 6th Annual Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 6th Annual Bike Ride! For more information visit our bike ride site.  You can register here.
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/parklands-6th-annual-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Lexington Park District Pavilion\, 304 N. Lee St.\, Lexington
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T120000
DTSTAMP:20230808T162820Z
CREATED:20230731T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T162820Z
UID:97099-1691830800-1691841600@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Musseling in the Mackinaw- POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Our river event is back for another year!  Join us at ParkLands’ Hayes Woods Preserve on Saturday\, August 12th at 9:00 am for a hands-on learning opportunity about the Mackinaw River’s amazing aquatic diversity!  The event will focus on mussels\, but we’ll also look for unique fish\, aquatic insects\, and more. This is an event for all ages!  Cost is $5 for ParkLands Foundation Members or $10 for non-members.  Snacks will be provided. \n What to expect \nThe River: Be prepared to get wet!  Guests will wade into the river and comb their hands through the substrate (river bottom) where the mussels live.  The water will be no deeper than waist high\, but will require kneeling or sitting in the water with your arm submerged to near the shoulder.  Hands-on at its finest! \nTrained biologists will be onsite to give instruction\, educate about the various forms of life in the river\, and identify mussel species.  Due to high water quality\, the Mackinaw River is recognized for its mussel diversity – it is common for surveys to uncover a dozen or more mussel species. \nThe Hike: This location requires an approximately 1-mile roundtrip hike from the Hayes Woods parking lot\, so please wear comfortable footwear for your hike. If you choose to walk to Hayes Woods from the Kenyon-Baller Woods parking area (read about parking below)\, then plan on an additional 0.5-mile walk each way.  A porta potty will be available in the Hayes Woods parking lot\, but no restrooms are available at the river. \n \nWhat to wear and bring \nYou should wear clothes and shoes suitable for getting soaked and muddy. Old tennis work great\, but so do water shoes or crocs .  A towel is helpful to dry your feet off for the return hike.  Please also bring a hat\, water bottle\, sunscreen\, and bug spray.  A backpack works great to carry your personal items to the river. \nParking \nDue to limited parking at Hayes Woods\, vehicles will park at ParkLands’ Kenyon-Baller Woods parking lot\, which is about 0.5 miles from Hayes Woods.  A shuttle will be available to bring guests to Hayes Woods\, or guests may choose to walk.  Please arrive at least 15 minutes early so we can begin out hike to the river at 9:00. \nDirections to Kenyon-Baller Woods Parking \n  \nSign up here! \nhttps://parklandsfoundation.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=1284&
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/musseling-in-the-mackinaw/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T120000
DTSTAMP:20230802T185508Z
CREATED:20230802T185455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T185508Z
UID:97106-1693038600-1693051200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Moon Preserve Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Parklands Foundation Volunteer Opportunity at Moon Preserve \n \n\n\nOn Saturday\, August 26th\, join Parklands stewards at the Moon Preserve to help remove invasive plant species that threaten the efforts to restore the prairie with native plants.  We will meet at the Moon Preserve sign on Carvers Road at 8:30 A.M. It is located across the road from the former Girl Scout Camp.  No experience is needed!\nWe plan to work from 8:30 – 12:00.  Join us for an hour or for the morning\, we would greatly appreciate any amount of time you have to offer.  Please plan to wear sturdy shoes\, long pants and long sleeve shirts and bring work gloves\, sunscreen/bug spray. Tools will be provided. \nHope to see you on August 26th!\nPlease visit the volunteer project page and apply to the Moon Preserve work day by clicking here:  Volunteer project application 
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/moon-preserve-work-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T150000
DTSTAMP:20230909T155711Z
CREATED:20230831T152148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T155711Z
UID:97131-1694341800-1694358000@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of the Members
DESCRIPTION:ParkLands Annual Meeting of the Members! \nThis September 10th from 10:30 – 3:00pm. \nSign up Here!\nTHE MEETING IS RAIN OR SHINE!  \nThe plan is to meet in the parking lot of our Lexington Preserve\, near Lexington\, at 10:30 AM to kick off the day with an optional hike.  \nPlease bring long pants for hiking. We suggest also bringing camping chairs as seating is limited.  \nLunch will begin at 12:00pm\, boxed lunches will be served and water and drinks will be provided. Box lunch orders are due by 4:00pm on September 1st. \nShortly after lunch the Membership meeting will commence at the Franklin Family Farms Cabin.  \nDirections to the Lexington Preserve and the Franklin Family Farms Cabin meeting spot are attached and a map is linked below!  Thanks and looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday!  \nDirections to Lexington Preserve:  \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/Zz5FQCCipTLhhZEq7 \nDirections to Franklin Family Farms: \nHead west on PJ Keller Rd from I-55 Lexington Exit.  \nTravel west for roughly 1/2 of a mile\, and turn left at the event signs on the left side of the road.  \nFollow the event signs south for about 1 mile to find parking.  \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/TgXJQPfDxpfnC7L79
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/annual-meeting-of-the-members-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T130000
DTSTAMP:20231018T172801Z
CREATED:20230831T160357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T172801Z
UID:97135-1699092000-1699102800@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:November Hike with a Naturalist: Kenyon-Baller
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation on a Hike with a Naturalist in November! \n \nJoin Andy Smoot and Chuck Croxton for a hike at Kenyon-Baller\nPreserve on November 4th from 10:00am-1:00pm. \nThis is a free event and open to everyone! Bring long pants and sturdy shoes. \nThere are no pets allowed. \nRegister Here! \nDirections Linked Here
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/october-hike-with-a-naturalist-kenyon-baller/
LOCATION:ParkLands Kenyon-Baller Woods Preserve\, MR6G+M5 Secor\, Illinois\, Secor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240101T120000
DTSTAMP:20231106T200514Z
CREATED:20231106T200149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T200514Z
UID:97255-1704103200-1704110400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:New Years Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new year with ParkLands Foundation on a New Year’s Day guided hike at Sweeney Woods Preserve! \nWe will meet at the Sweeney parking lot at 10:00 AM to start the hike. Please dress warm and wear comfortable walking shoes! \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nReminder: No dogs allowed on ParkLands Preserves \nWe really hope that you will join us to ring in the New Year! \nClick Here to Register! \nDirections to Sweeney Woods Preserve Linked Here
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/new-years-day-hike-3/
LOCATION:ParkLands Sweeney Woods Preserve\, Google Maps: M3G5+W8\, Lexington\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T160000
DTSTAMP:20240108T170037Z
CREATED:20231218T025429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T170037Z
UID:97321-1706450400-1706457600@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Stave Wine and Bar Market Social
DESCRIPTION:Come join ParkLands Foundation to celebrate the start of a new year at the Stave Wine and Bar Market! \n \nFood and drinks will be available to purchase. This event is open to the public so come and celebrate with us! We have the bar reserved from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. \nWe will be discussing upcoming ParkLands events and initiatives. \nPlease register for the event HERE! \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nDirections Linked Here
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/stave-wine-and-bar-market-social/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000
DTSTAMP:20240116T170410Z
CREATED:20231215T211647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170410Z
UID:97311-1707570000-1707577200@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:February Hike with a Naturalist at Merwin Nature Preserve (possible ski/snowshoe opportunties)
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation on a Hike with a Naturalist in February! \n \nJoin Jan Turner\, Peg Schickedanz\, and Mary Jo Adams for a hike at the Merwin Nature Preserve on February 10th from 1:00pm-3:00pm. \nThere will be an option for a shorter and longer hike that you can choose from. \nIf there is adequate weather for skiing/snowshoeing\, you are welcome to your own gear and enjoy those activities on the Merwin Prairie! \nThis event is open to the public. There is a $5 registration fee per family. Bring long pants\, sturdy shoes\, and warm clothing! \nCaution: The trails have uneven terrain. \nThere are no pets allowed. \nWe will be meeting at Merwin’s SOUTH Gate (directions linked below!) \nRegister Here! \nDirections Linked Here \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/february-hike-with-a-naturalist-at-merwin-nature-preserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20240116T170435Z
CREATED:20231214T181605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T170435Z
UID:97298-1710583200-1710590400@www.parklandsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:March Hike with a Naturalist at Lexington Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join ParkLands Foundation on a Hike with a Naturalist in March! \n \nJoin Jeff and Terrie Howard for a hike at the Lexington Preserve on March 16th from 10:00am-12:00pm. \nThis event is open to the public. There is a $5 registration fee per family. Bring long pants and sturdy shoes! \nThere will be an option for a shorter and longer hike that you can choose from. \nCaution: The trails have uneven terrain. \nThere are no pets allowed. \nRegister Here!  \nDirections Linked Here
URL:https://www.parklandsfoundation.org/event/march-hike-with-a-naturalist-at-lexington-preserve/
LOCATION:ParkLands Lexington Preserve\, J5MW+8M\, Lexington\, IL
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