Little Hands Art and Walk

South Shelter 7993 N RIVER RD, BYRON, United States

This program is for parents and young children. Come out for a short guided walk to explore how plants and animals are getting ready for winter, have some hot cocoa, and create an art project to take home. Please call 815-234-8535 to register for this program by Friday November, 19th. 

Free

Ball Hill Big Tree Walk

Bald Hill Preserve 5502 N Silver Creek Rd, Mt Morris, IL, United States

 Take a guided hike to view the Biggest Tree in the State of Illinois at our Bald Hill Prairie Preserve.  Mark Herman, Superintendent of Education, will be leading the hike and talking about the history of Bald Hill and the special plants and animals that make this preserve their home.  Dress for the weather and […]

Free

Beekeeping Workshop

Jarrett Prairie Preserve 7993 N River Rd, Byron, IL, United States

Christmas party for beekeepers - honey tasting, honey recipe samples, wassail, door prizes, and lots of bee talk about ordering bees for spring shipment.   You don’t have to register for these workshops, everyone is welcome.

$2.00

Homeschool Program – Makerspace

Jarrett Prairie Preserve 7993 N River Rd, Byron, IL, United States

Yes, we are having our makerspace event again! Kids can build, experiment, and explore in this session filled with gadgets, science, and art. This program has been cancelled! 

$10.00

Homeschool Program – Makerspace

Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United States

Yes, we are having our makerspace event again! Kids can build, experiment, and explore in this session filled with gadgets, science, and art. This program has been cancelled! 

$10.00