Events

Guided Tour of Casper Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

Guided tours by trained volunteers of Casper Bluff return in 2023.  We invite you to learn about the unique ecosystems of the Driftless Area on display at Casper Bluff, as well as the presence of Indigenous cultures going back thousands of years. Cost is $10/person and tour space is limited.  RSVPs required by clicking HERE.

$10

Wildflower Walk at Wapello

Wapello Land & Water Reserve 8642 IL RT 84 South, Hanover, IL

On Tuesday, August 8, the Friends of Wapello volunteer group will host a free wildflower walk in the prairie at the Wapello Land and Water Reserve. Along with JDCF staff, the walk will be led by an area wildflower expert from the Northwest Illinois Prairie Enthusiasts. This restored prairie is the best of its kind […]

Meteors on the Mound

Horseshoe Mound Preserve 1679 N Blackjack Road, Galena, IL

The Friends of Horseshoe Mound volunteer group will host our annual Meteors on the Mound on Saturday, August 12 from 8-11PM. Join us for a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower from atop Horseshoe Mound Preserve, which is one of the highest points in Jo Daviess County and offers spectacular views of the tri-state area […]

Guided Tour of Casper Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

Back by popular demand, tours of Casper Bluff by trained volunteers are up and running. “Our guide did a wonderful job, very informative!” “I can imagine the Native American experience.” “Please do this again!” These were just some of the comments made by participants last year.  We invite you to learn about the unique ecosystems […]

$10

Guided Tour of Casper Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

Back by popular demand, tours of Casper Bluff by trained volunteers are up and running. “Our guide did a wonderful job, very informative!” “I can imagine the Native American experience.” “Please do this again!” These were just some of the comments made by participants last year.  We invite you to learn about the unique ecosystems […]

$10

Celebrate Illinois Nature Preserves Weekend at Casper Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

The tour will take guests through restored tall-grass prairie, oak savanna, and to view the last remaining thunderbird effigy in Illinois. Guests should meet at the kiosk by the parking lot at the top of the hill. The tour will cover approximately .75 miles on uneven terrain. The group will be led by Tom Clay, […]

Miraculous Monarch Migration

Wapello Land & Water Reserve 8642 IL RT 84 South, Hanover, IL

Join JDCF staff to explore the prairie at Wapello Land and Water Reserve to catch and tag Monarch Butterflies on their Fall migration back to Mexico. This event is for people of all ages to become one of thousands of volunteers across North America that help monitor the health and dynamics of the Monarch butterfly […]

Guided Tour of Casper Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

Back by popular demand, tours of Casper Bluff by trained volunteers are up and running. “Our guide did a wonderful job, very informative!” “I can imagine the Native American experience.” “Please do this again!” These were just some of the comments made by participants last year.  We invite you to learn about the unique ecosystems […]

$10

Final 2023 Guided Tour of Casper Bluff

Back by popular demand, tours of Casper Bluff by trained volunteers are up and running. “Our guide did a wonderful job, very informative!” “I can imagine the Native American experience.” “Please do this again!” These were just some of the comments made by participants last year.  We invite you to learn about the unique ecosystems […]

Bonfire on the Bluff

Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve 870 South Pilot Knob Road, Galena, IL

This event is a go! In partnership with the Casper Creek Natural Cemetery, JDCF will be hosting an illuminating experience at Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve in Galena, IL. Back-up date for inclement weather is January 27th. Come get warm by the bonfires and experience a magical winter wonderland as luminaria lanterns light up […]

40th Annual Bald Eagle Watch

Join us throughout 2024 as JDCF programs celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.  Begin the exploration by attending the 40th Annual Bald Eagle Watch. It is sponsored by the Savanna District of the Refuge, which runs from Dubuque, IA, to Rock Island, IL, and borders Jo Daviess […]

Bluebird Monitoring 101

Galena Territory Assocation Social Hall 2000 Territory Drive, Galena, IL, United States

In partnership with the Jo Daviess Wild Ones, JDCF staff and volunteers will give an overview of what you need to know to care for and monitor an Eastern bluebird box. By the end of the workshop you will have the knowledge to become a volunteer monitor for JDCF’s Bluebird Recovery Program, or simply enjoy […]

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