Intro to Conservation@Home Webinar
Our intro class is back! Learn what Conservation@Home is and how you can use native plants to make your yard a better habitat. Also covered will be rain gardens, rain barrels, and more!
Our intro class is back! Learn what Conservation@Home is and how you can use native plants to make your yard a better habitat. Also covered will be rain gardens, rain barrels, and more!
Take a pictorial walk through some Chicagoland habitats and see what's blooming now! Become familiar with native plants you might see blooming in a prairie, woodland, or even in your yard! The third webinar in this series shows that no matter the time of year, there's always something blooming!
There is no more iconic butterfly than the monarch. But this symbol of delicate beauty and grace hides a truly amazing story. Learn about the life cycle of this amazing creature, the fantastic journey they make, and how you can attract them to your yard.
People have always been fascinated by hummingbirds. Their acrobatic flight capabilities along with their colorful plumage are just some of the reasons. Denis Kania, a member of The Conservation Foundation, has traveled around the world to see 212 different species of hummingbirds. Today he will talk about the only species that shows up in our …
When China ceased accepting many of the world’s recyclables in 2018, it not only caused the value of materials to plummet due to oversupply but also brought to light how misunderstood recycling has become over the past 20 years. Residents and businesses alike are placing items in traditional collection containers that can only be recycled …
The Conservation Foundation and the Friends of O'Hara Woods welcome you to join us for our monthly workday at O'Hara Woods. We provide the snacks and tools, you provide the smiles! No experience needed! Please dress for the weather and bring work gloves if you have them. We will meet at the parking lot off …
What goes into making a good nature photo? In this webinar, you’ll learn camera and composition basics as well as considerations specific to taking pictures outdoors. These photography tips will help you capture a great photo the next time you’re out enjoying nature!
Fall is a perfect time to plant!! And The Conservation Foundation's Fall Native Tree & Shrub Sale is the perfect place to get the native trees and shrubs you need to bring winter interest, attract birds and other wildlife, and control and conserve water in your yard! Sale ordering opens on September 1st and will …
Oak trees are an iconic symbol of hardwood forests. Recently, stewards discovered oaks were struggling in the Chicago area. Join us to learn about the Oak Recovery Program, how you can to improve habitats for oaks, which oaks to plant, and what other plants like to live around oaks.
Did you know that many Birds of Prey (also known as Raptors) can be found in our area? Join us to see our Owls, Hawks and Falcons up close. You will learn fascinating facts about them and explore the various issues they face, including predator/prey relationships and the important role they have in our ecosystem. …
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DuPage County Stormwater Management and The Conservation Foundation are offering a free webinar from 1pm to 2pm on September 10th, 2020 called "Going from Green to Purple: Using Green Roofs as a Stormwater Management Tool". This webinar aims to connect like-minded organizations and individuals who are concerned with protecting local streams and rivers. During the …
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Leaves are free and one of the most nutrient rich resources available in the fall. Find out how leaves impact water quality in our rivers and streams and how you can put leaves to work in your garden in this free webinar sponsored by DuPage County Stormwater Management.
Join us for a Forest Therapy Walk on September 16th, 5:30pm to 6:30pm at the Dean Nature Sanctuary in Oak Brook! Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoki (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural …
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