Learn about the rare sand prairie habitat in the Edwardsville area. Conservation staff will discuss some of the unique plants and animals that live in sand prairies and explain the restoration efforts happening on the property. Wear sturdy walking shoes. The trails are not paved. This walk is made possible thanks to a grant from […]
Join President & CEO, Mary Vandevord, on a leisurely walk through the conservation area at Highland Silver Lake Park in Highland, IL. Learn about the importance of oaks to our region's ecosystems, the Silver Lake watershed, and efforts to ensure clean water for drinking and recreation. The trail is a relatively easy dirt path along […]
Help restore the rare sand prairie near Edwardsville and South Roxana! Volunteers will spread native sand prairie seeds specifically curated for this location. As time allows, other site restoration work will be available, such as exotic plant removal, trash pick up, and general site maintenance. Wear sturdy shoes. Poag Sand Prairie has a gravel driveway […]
Whether you want to increase your tree identification skills for recreational and educational purposes, or want a leg-up on the competition for HLC's 2023 Jingle Hike, this free class is the perfect opportunity to learn some of the key features and techniques used for tree identification in the winter! How to come prepared: This […]
Jingle bells are tied to 12 trees in parks throughout the Metro East from Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Day. Participants are asked to visit as many of the parks as they can, take a photo with the bell, and submit the photo evidence in our system. You can also share your photos on social […]
