Calling all ‘4th Graders on the Prairie’ volunteers

We hope you will consider volunteering in the prairie this September! 4th Graders on the Prairie is an award-winning collaboration between Barrington District 220 and Citizens for Conservation. All eight elementary schools in the district participate, and many volunteers are needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to share the value of our work with future land stewards. Contact us to volunteer …

Barrington Area Fall Bird Walks & Hikes 2023

We are excited to once again sponsor this fabulous series of local bird watching adventures! Track fall migration with Barrington naturalists Wendy Paulson, Barb Karon, and Laura Simpson.Walks are free and open to the public. Spaces are limited and registration is required.Bring binoculars (and insect repellent if desired) and dress for the weather. See full list dates and view details. …

Dragonflies and Damselflies—Date Change 2/18

Dragonflies and Damselflies Guest Speaker: Cindy Crosby, Author of Chasing Dragonflies: A Natural, Cultural and Personal History NOTE NEW Date: Saturday, February 18, 2023 Time: 9:30 a.m. coffee, conversation, displays, handouts; 10:00-11:30 a.m. program Location: Barrington Village Hall, 200 S. Hough Street; free parking behind building Discover the fascinating and bizarre lives of these garden fliers. Learn about their distinctive …

Restoration Workdays

We are plugging away and getting our wetland warrior species out into the landscape. And, of course, we are deep into garlic mustard pulling season. Thanks to all of our dedicated volunteers, who help us sow seed, repot growing plants and install plugs in restoration areas. We are now into the full swing of spring restoration activities. Join us to …

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Volunteers assist CFC Restoration Program Manager with seed harvesting in a preserve.

Help us protect natural areas and restore native plant communitiesin the greater Barrington area. Membership benefits include discounts at CFC plant sales, free admission to our educational programs, free children’s classes, and much more. Become a member today!

Ignite the Night! 2022

This biennial event will be held the evening of October 8, 2022. Join us at this moonlight festival. Enjoy a delicious cookout dinner that includes beer and wine, live music and dancing under the stars, benefitting all we do.  Get event details here!

Barrington Area Fall Bird Walks & Hikes 2022

Track spring migration with Barrington naturalists Wendy Paulson, Barb Karon and Laura SimpsonWalks are free and open to the public. But spaces are limited and REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.Bring binoculars (and insect repellent if desired) and dress for the weather. * Indicates a more strenuous hike. Before you head out, please be sure to check the Citizens for Conservation website for any …