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SUMMARY:Open House at Big Sky Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:As part of our ongoing Inspiring You to Preserve Our Future fundraising campaign\, JDCF invites you and your family to come and learn more about our conservation work\, education programs\, and ongoing priorities during this open house/fundraising event.  Birding experts Tom Clay and Roberta Asher will talk about some of the rare and wonderous species you can see in the grasslands at Big Sky.  You will also have a chance to meet our new CEO/President\, Nathan Aaberg\, prior to his start date and thank Steve Barg\, current executive director\, for his 13 years of service as he heads into retirement. \nBring your binoculars and take in some birding on the 15 miles of trails available for hiking. Big Sky is truly is one of the most beautiful locations in Jo Daviess County and once you have seen it you will want to come back! Please RSVP to info@jdcf.org or 815-858-9100. \nInspiring You to Preserve Our Future is a fundraising campaign to benefit people\, nature\, and wildlife in Jo Daviess County through support of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/open-house-at-big-sky-nature-reserve/
LOCATION:Big Sky Nature Reserve\, 5557 S Massbach Rd\, Stockton\, IL\, 61028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open House at Mąą Pįį Preserve/Historic Hess House
DESCRIPTION:As part of our ongoing Inspiring You to Preserve Our Future fundraising campaign\, JDCF invites you and your family to come and learn more about our conservation work\, education programs\, and ongoing priorities during this open house/fundraising event. Chloris Lowe Jr\, twice elected leader of the Ho-Chunk Nation and JDCF Tribal Liaison will join Hillary Holt\, JDCF Director of Education\, to speak about the cultural and educational hub that is being created at the preserve\, as well as the significance of the Native American heritage found there. Tours of the 1885 Hess house and its grounds will be offered. \nYou will also have a chance to meet our new CEO/President\, Nathan Aaberg\, prior to his start date and thank Steve Barg\, current executive director\, for his 13 years of service as he heads into retirement. Please RSVP to info@jdcf.org or 815-858-9100. \nInspiring You to Preserve Our Future is a fundraising campaign to benefit people\, nature\, and wildlife in Jo Daviess County through support of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/open-house-at-maa-pii-preserve-historic-hess-house/
LOCATION:Hess House for Science and Culture\, 1221 N Ferry Landing Road\, Galena\, IL\, 61036\, United States
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SUMMARY:Weird & Wonderful Insects with The Field Museum
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Chicago Field Museum insect educators and scientists to see their amazing collections of local and non-local insects. There will also be insect displays collected by local entomologists on hand for viewing. \nLearn how to use a sweep net to see what weird and wonderful insects you can find in the early summer prairie. Stay after the sun goes down to see and learn about the moths and other winged bugs of the night that are drawn to a special lighted viewing sheet. Take away knowledge and wonder of the strange but beautiful biodiversity that calls northwest Illinois home. Free and RSVPs not required. This event is subject to weather related cancellations. Check back here for updates. \nThe Apple River State Bank/First Community Bank of Galena is a proud sponsor of this event.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/weird-wonderful-insects-with-the-field-museum/
LOCATION:Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve\, 870 South Pilot Knob Road\, Galena\, IL\, 61036
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SUMMARY:Meteors on the Mound
DESCRIPTION:JDCF invites everyone to Meteors on the Mound 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 tristate area from several different outlooks. This is the only time of the year that the preserve is open to the public after dark so it is a special occasion. Suggested donation of $10/person or $25/family. RSVP’s are not required. \nThere will be family-friendly activities for people of all ages as well a presentation by an expert astronomer. Amateur astronomers will have telescopes onsite so that participants can view various heavenly bodies. If you have a telescope\, please bring it along. This program is weather dependent so if it is raining please check back here. The Apple River State Bank/First Community Bank of Galena is a proud sponsor of this event.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/meteors-on-the-mound/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Mound Preserve\, 1679 N Blackjack Road\, Galena\, IL\, 61036
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SUMMARY:Miraculous Monarch Migration
DESCRIPTION:Join JDCF staff and volunteers are we explore the prairie to catch and tag monarch butterflies who are beginning their fall migration back to Mexico. This event will give people of all ages the chance to become one of thousands of volunteers across North America who monitor the health and dynamics of monarch butterfly populations. You will also learn about the unique life history of monarch butterflies\, the threats that are facing them\, and how you can help this endangered species thrive. Free and RSVPs not needed. Subject to weather cancellations. Check back here for updates. \nThe Apple River State Bank/First Community Bank of Galena is a proud sponsor of this event.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/miraculous-monarch-migration-2/
LOCATION:Wapello Land & Water Reserve\, 8642 IL RT 84 South\, Hanover\, IL\, 61041
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SUMMARY:Safety & Woods Working (SAWW) Training 101
DESCRIPTION:This 2-day course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use. Registration is through the NW IL Forestry Association. \nLevel 101 is geared toward participants with little or no experience running a chainsaw\, covering Level 1 material at a more deliberate pace over two full training days\, in a supportive and dynamic setting. \nLevel 101 introduces the participant to bore cutting and open face felling\, and develops the mechanics to execute these techniques. Hands-on training gives participants the opportunity to run the saw in various scenarios\, and observe others as we get comfortable with this powerful tool. Costs TBD.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/safety-woods-working-saww-training-101/
LOCATION:Big Sky Stewardship Shop\, 6504 S Parker Road\, Stockton\, IL\, 61085
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SUMMARY:Safety & Woods Working (SAWW) Training Level 1-2
DESCRIPTION:This 2-day course is certified through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program and is part of a four-level series designed to increase safety and efficiency of chainsaw use. Registration is through the NW IL Forestry Association. \nParticipants in Level 1 training will spend most of the morning in the classroom\, and the remainder of the day outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely\, comfortably and productively. \nParticipants in Level 2 training will spend part of the morning in the classroom/shop\, and the remainder of the day outside practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely\, comfortably and productively. Costs TBD.
URL:https://jdcf.org/event/safety-woods-working-saww-training-level-1-2/
LOCATION:Big Sky Stewardship Shop\, 6504 S Parker Road\, Stockton\, IL\, 61085
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