Events
Magnificent Monarchs
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 …
Glen Ellyn Native Tree & Shrub Sale
The 2021 Glen Ellyn Native Tree & Shrub Sale is here! The sale opens on Sunday, August 15th and closes at 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 15th. Add the beauty, shade, …
Eco-Friendly Landscaping
Jim Kleinwachter of The Conservation Foundation will suggest impactful choices for home landscapes such as planting trees, using native plants, installing rain barrels and reducing chemical use.
Yorkville Litter Clean-up
376 East Veterans Parkway 376 East Veterans Parkway, Yorkville, ILDonate one hour of your time and help make Yorkville brighter. Participate in our clean-up program. Just bring yourself, gloves, and a mask. Trash bags and picker-uppers provided. Last Saturday …
Garden Refresh Revisited
Join us in September for our Garden Refresh Revisited webinar! After updating the Clow House native gardens this season, join us to see pictures of the plants in the ground and hear about the challenges we encountered as well as some general do’s and don’ts of planting a native garden.
Club Nature
McDonald Farm 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL, United StatesStarting this fall, we are welcoming elementary age children to a new after school nature club! Each week, they will immerse themselves in our farm, gardens, and native ecosystems and explore a unique theme while enjoying the health benefits of nature and fresh food from the garden!
Forest Therapy Walk
Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide.
3rd Annual Fox River Clean-Up Event in St. Charles
Volunteer to join The Conservation Foundation, the River Corridor Foundation of St. Charles, and the St. Charles Park District for the 3rd annual volunteer river clean-up event. Come as a family, a team of 3-6 or on your own. You can work from the shoreline or from kayaks and canoes!
Green Earth’s Fall Community Market
McDonald Farm 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL, United StatesThis fall Green Earth Harvest is hosting a market as an opportunity for our local community to come out to explore and celebrate all the good happening here at McDonald Farm!
McDonald Farm Fall Annual Native Tree & Shrub Sale
The 2021 McDonald Farm Annual Plant Sale is back! The sale opens on Monday, September 20th and closes on Friday, October 15th.
Yorkville Litter Clean-up
376 East Veterans Parkway 376 East Veterans Parkway, Yorkville, ILDonate one hour of your time and help make Yorkville brighter. Participate in our clean-up program. Just bring yourself, gloves, and a mask. Trash bags and picker-uppers provided. Last Saturday …
Forest Therapy Walk
Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide.
