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 […]
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Bluebird Monitoring 101
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 […]
Invitation to Attend NW Illinois Audubon Birding Trip
Join us as we look for migrating waterfowl on the Mississippi River south of Savanna. Usually a wide variety of both diving and dabbling ducks can be observed, with males […]
JDCF Annual Meeting on April 11
JDCF invites the public to its annual meeting on April 11, 2024. In addition to the election and re-election of Board members, our keynote speaker will be conservation biologist, environmental […]
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Birding Basics for Youth Workshop
Join members of 4H and JDCF for birding 101, a program for kids ages 8-18. From an overview on how to properly use binoculars to learning what field marks and […]
Spring Wildflower Walk
White trillium, bluebells, and the rare and endangered red trillium blanket Mississippi Palisades State Park in late April. Experience the magic of these stunning plants along with many other wildflowers […]
JDCF Annual Frog Walk – Postponed to May 3
One of the first signs of spring is the sound of frogs waking up and calling. Bring the kids down to learn about what the frogs they are hearing. After […]
Popcorn & Program Speaker Event: 100 Years of the Upper Miss National Wildlife & Fish Refuge
“1924 to 2024: 261 River Miles and 244,000 acres of wetland habitat, protected for 100 years.” Ed Britton, Wildlife Refuge Manager, will present the incredible story of the Upper Miss […]
2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence Celebration – Get Your Buzz On at Blaum Bros.
Get your Buzz On at Blaum Bros. Public House. Start the weekend off with a cicada-themed specialty cocktail created just for the Emergence Convergence. Available during regular business hours. Limited […]
Emergence Convergence Guided Tour of Casper Bluff
This guided tour around scenic Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve will focus on the the captivating life cycle of periodical cicadas. The tour will tell the story of the […]
2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada & Cricket Tasting
If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Eat ‘Em! In celebration of the historic 2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence enjoy a Blaum Bros. specialty cocktail paired with a delicious edible insect snack! Fare […]
2024 Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada Scientists Youth & Family Event
Bring the whole family to explore all of the ways that you can see signs of cicadas at Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve. We will be joined by Jim […]
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JDCF Annual Frog Walk – Postponed to May 3
JDCF Annual Frog Walk – Postponed to May 3
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Popcorn & Program Speaker Event: 100 Years of the Upper Miss National Wildlife & Fish Refuge
Popcorn & Program Speaker Event: 100 Years of the Upper Miss National Wildlife & Fish Refuge
“1924 to 2024: 261 River Miles and 244,000 acres of wetland habitat, protected for 100 years.” Ed Britton, Wildlife Refuge Manager, will present the incredible story of the Upper Miss […]
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2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence Celebration – Get Your Buzz On at Blaum Bros.
Get your Buzz On at Blaum Bros. Public House. Start the weekend off with a cicada-themed specialty cocktail created just for the Emergence Convergence. Available during regular business hours. Limited […]
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Emergence Convergence Guided Tour of Casper Bluff
Emergence Convergence Guided Tour of Casper Bluff
This guided tour around scenic Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve will focus on the the captivating life cycle of periodical cicadas. The tour will tell the story of the […]
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2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada & Cricket Tasting
2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada & Cricket Tasting
If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Eat ‘Em! In celebration of the historic 2024 Cicada Emergence Convergence enjoy a Blaum Bros. specialty cocktail paired with a delicious edible insect snack! Fare […]
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2024 Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada Scientists Youth & Family Event
2024 Emergence Convergence Celebration – Cicada Scientists Youth & Family Event
Bring the whole family to explore all of the ways that you can see signs of cicadas at Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve. We will be joined by Jim […]
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