The Bluegrass Reunion Band is one of the region’s premier bluegrass bands! They perform a variety of traditional and contemporary bluegrass music. Together for over 20 years, this local band covers songs from Bill Monroe, Doc Watson, Hot Rize, Seldom Scene, and others. Come out and enjoy the fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and banjo ring!

A dedicated group of individuals have started up a local Non-Profit Alliance to benefit the Byron Forest Preserves and other local public land holding agencies. We introduce you to the Ogle Natural Areas Alliance! They’re hosting a kick-off party on Friday, Aug. 12 at the Jarrett Prairie Center and would appreciate your attendance and support […]

Topics include: Checking for mites. Overall colony health. Queenless bee colonies. No registration required. Weather permitting, this will be an outdoor workshop at the hives.  Bring your bee suits.  Meet at the Henkel Turf Care Center parking lot. If weather is not permitting, meet at the Jarrett Prairie Center.  

The Byron Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners' regular monthly meeting is open to the public.

Kayla Seeber Twenty-year old Kayla Seeber, from Poplar Grove, combines her wide range of musical influences to create her unique sound. She started out making Youtube videos and has gone on to appear on Season 16 of NBC’s “The Voice.”

Join staff on a night hike and exploration of the Jarrett Prairie. Learn about nocturnal wildlife, how night vision works, and using your senses in the dark. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes! Flashlights are optional to bring, but portions of the hike will be over uneven terrain in the dark. Meet at […]