Weiskopf Observatory Free Public Viewing
The Weiskopf Observatory is open for free public viewing every Saturday, one hour after dark weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to come out and star view through our telescope. You don't have to register in order to attend. Please call 815-234-8535 ext. 216 for viewing conditions.
Beekeeping Workshop
Henkel Turf Center Parking lot 7993 N RIVER RD, BYRON, IL, United StatesThis months topic is (Mite treatments and getting bees ready for over-wintering) This workshop will be at our field hives, please bring your bee suits! In case of bad weather meet at the Jarrett Prairie Center Museum.
Wednesday Walks
Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United StatesIf you want to learn the trails of our different preserves, join us for an easy to moderate hike on Wednesday evenings. Each hike will be approximately 2 miles. Meet in the parking lot of each preserve. Weather permitting. Other: September 15 Jarrett Prairie Preserve: Four Hills and River Woods September 22 Nardi Equine […]
Homeschool Class – The Ways of Water
Hall Creek Preserve 12749 Weldon Rd, Rockford, IL, United StatesWe live on karst topography—that means that the limestone and dirt beneath us are continuously being eroded, and the shape of the landscape can change over a few years. Learn how the structure of our geography affects our plant and animal communities, and how the region’s water drainage shapes their world. We’ll see gullies, cliffs, […]
Homeschool Class – The Ways of Water
Hall Creek Preserve 12749 Weldon Rd, Rockford, IL, United StatesWe live on karst topography—that means that the limestone and dirt beneath us are continuously being eroded, and the shape of the landscape can change over a few years. Learn how the structure of our geography affects our plant and animal communities, and how the region’s water drainage shapes their world. We’ll see gullies, cliffs, […]
Fire Starting Skills Workshop
South Shelter 7993 N RIVER RD, BYRON, United StatesFire has been a vital part of life for thousands of years, but it hasn’t always been available at the click of a button. Learn how Native Americans and Pioneers started fires, and practice with some modern tools, as well. Watch demonstrations and learn your choices of hand drill, bow drill, flint and steel, and […]
Weiskopf Observatory Free Public Viewing
The Weiskopf Observatory is open for free public viewing every Saturday, one hour after dark weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to come out and star view through our telescope. You don't have to register in order to attend. Please call 815-234-8535 ext. 216 for viewing conditions.
BFPD Board Meeting
Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United StatesThe Byron Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners regular monthly meeting is open to the public.
Wednesday Walks
Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United StatesIf you want to learn the trails of our different preserves, join us for an easy to moderate hike on Wednesday evenings. Each hike will be approximately 2 miles. Meet in the parking lot of each preserve. Weather permitting. Other: September 15 Jarrett Prairie Preserve: Four Hills and River Woods September 22 Nardi Equine […]
Weiskopf Observatory Free Public Viewing
The Weiskopf Observatory is open for free public viewing every Saturday, one hour after dark weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to come out and star view through our telescope. You don't have to register in order to attend. Please call 815-234-8535 ext. 216 for viewing conditions.
