Events

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 for your family. There is a $5 registration fee per family. Caution: The trails have uneven terrain. There will be four sessions available: 10:00 a.m.,

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 & 15 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At

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 & 15 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some

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 & 15 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some

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 birds that live there and pass through. The latest sightings have included various woodpeckers, chickadees, bluebirds, turkey vultures, native sparrows, and many more species. Along

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 & 15 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some

Our bike ride is back! ParkLands Foundation will be hosting our 8th annual bike ride on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Support ParkLands' mission of preserving prairie and forest habitat along the Mackinaw River, making it one of the cleanest rivers in Illinois! We will have a 20 and 50 mile route as well as a

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 & 15 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some

Parklands Moon Preserve: Volunteer in July, August, & September What: Parklands Moon Preserve Workdays When: Every Other Tuesday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. July 15 August 5 & 19 September 2 & 16 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some point, other

August 16th is the correct date. Apologies for the error in the newsletter.  Step into the Mackinaw River for an unforgettable hands-on experience for all ages. Discover the animals that live beneath the waterline. With the help of scientists, search for and learn about mussels, insect nymphs, crayfish, and so many other fascinating animals. This

Parklands Moon Preserve: Volunteer in July, August, & September What: Parklands Moon Preserve Workdays When: Every Other Tuesday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. July 15 August 5 & 19 September 2 & 16 Where: Parklands Moon Preserve at Lake Bloomington 18060 Carver Road, Hudson, IL Details: Stewardship projects include removing invasive autumn olive and honeysuckle using loppers. At some point, other

Date & Time: Saturday, August 30, 9:00 -11:00 a.m. Location: Merwin Preserve South Gate, along PJ Keller Highway, M428+X6 Lexington, Illinois ParkLands’ Members will have the opportunity to hike Merwin Preserve’s South Trail as part of our annual meeting. It needs some sprucing up and we need your help! We plan to clear the Loop