FREE! See live Egyptian fruit and African Straw-colored fruit bats. Bats are considered keystone species and a vital part of natural wildlife. They are essential pollinators, a natural pest control service that minimizes insect borne diseases and are a key indicator of environmental health. The bats will also be accompanied by a de-scented skunk and […]
What does a bur have in common with NASA? A Kingfisher with a high-speed train? Have you owned Velcro shoes? Thank biomimicry! Many examples of when science and technology looked to nature to solve complex problem and applies nature’s solutions to innovations will be discussed. Program is recommended for adults and students 6th grade and […]
Chicagoland’s coyotes are the most studied population of North American coyotes. Nagin Almassi, Naturalist with the Forest Preserves of Cook County, will make sense of recent. Nagin will share highlights of the research of wildlife biologists working in the Forest Preserves through the Urban Coyote Research Project. Almassi will discuss urban coyote behavior and ecology, […]
Throughout Illinois’ history, people have thought of the tallgrass prairie, Illinois’s original landscape, as their grocery store, pharmacy, art supply shop and even a place to find love potions! Discover the stories behind these rugged native plants. Learn about their beauty and utility in the garden today. This program is co-sponsored with the Glencoe Public […]
Enjoy the arrival of spring. Lend a hand to remove winter’s debris. Enjoy the company of friends and refreshments.
Come out and lend a hand to beautify your Green Bay Trail. We recommend wearing long pants and closed toe shoes. Check back for more details as the date approaches.
Come out and lend a hand to beautify your Green Bay Trail. We recommend wearing long pants and closed toe shoes. Check back for more details as the date approaches.
Come out and lend a hand to beautify your Green Bay Trail. We recommend wearing long pants and closed toe shoes. Meet at Harbor St.
Come out and lend a hand to beautify your Green Bay Trail. We recommend wearing long pants and closed toe shoes. Meet at Harbor St.
Come out and lend a hand to beautify your Green Bay Trail. We recommend wearing long pants and closed toe shoes. Meet at Harbor St.
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The Friends of The Green Bay Trail is a volunteer-managed 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
We restore nature’s beauty to The Green Bay Trail.
