Join us as we create a place that both people and wildlife can enjoy! Location and Directions: Located just south of Fletcher’s Kitchen and Tap in Swansea at the Clinton Hills Conservation Park 1524 Clinton Hills Parkway, Swansea, IL 62226 Please register below.
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 […]
Come out to Signal Hill Outdoor Classroom (Belleville, IL) for a volunteer workday. Help with ongoing restoration efforts to convert this previously abandoned lot to a functional outdoor classroom and community green space. Location and Directions: Located to the S/SE of Signal Hill Park on the West Belleville Trail. The closest address is 22 Signal […]
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 […]
Help restore Arlington Wetlands by assisting with invasive species removal, native plantings, trash clean-up, and more! Location and Directions: From I-255, take Horseshoe Lake Road exit west toward Granite City. Turn north on Arlington Drive. Arlington Wetlands will be on the left. Please register to attend:
Join us as we create a place that both people and wildlife can enjoy! Location and Directions: Located just south of Fletcher’s Kitchen and Tap in Swansea at the Clinton Hills Conservation Park 1524 Clinton Hills Parkway, Swansea, IL 62226 Please register below.
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 […]
Come out to Signal Hill Outdoor Classroom (Belleville, IL) for a volunteer workday. Help with ongoing restoration efforts to convert this previously abandoned lot to a functional outdoor classroom and community green space. Location and Directions: Located to the S/SE of Signal Hill Park on the West Belleville Trail. The closest address is 22 Signal […]
