BGI
Winter Hike + Tree ID
Baker's Lake Highland Ave parking lot (South of Hillside Ave), Barrington, IL, United StatesCome join this winter discovery hike at beautiful Baker’s Lake Savanna lead by our restoration leaders. Learn to ID trees and shrubs by their bark and branch structures. Other interesting winter facts also. All ages welcome. Dress for the weather. Free event but space is very limited and reservations are required. Send your RSVP request to [email protected]. You will receive ...
CANCELLED -BGI, Grassy Lake brushcutting
Lake Barrington Village Hall 23860 N Old Barrington Rd, Lake Barrington, IL, United StatesNOTE: This event is CANCELLED due to restrictions and guidelines about COVID-19, closures by LCFPD, and CFC's guidelines for volunteer safety. Thank you for your understanding. Come enjoy the outdoors. Great progress is being made at Grassy Lake! Meet at the Barrington Village Hall parking lot, 23860 N. Old Barrington Rd., Lake Barrington. Come work side-by-side and learn from our ...
CANCELLED – BGI, Earth Day, Sedge Planting
Galloping Hill Penny Road Pond parking lot (less than 1 mi. west of Old Sutton/Penny Rd intersection), Barrington, IL, United StatesNOTE: This event is CANCELLED. All the BGI groups put the safety of volunteers and our community as high priority. Therefore this event is cancelled based on the most current CDC and IDPH guidelines around COVID-19 restrictions. Celebrate Earth Day in a BIG way. Join in this sedge planting event at Galloping Hill. 7 groups will be coming together to ...
Seed Collection Event
Citizens for Conservation HQ 459 Highway 22, Lake Barrington, IL, United StatesA favorite of volunteers of all ages. Enjoy a nice Fall day outside and help collect priceless native seeds. Seeds ultimately create special seed mixes that are shared with other conservation organizations to improve area ecosystems. Great learning and family friendly activity. Dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, and bring work gloves. All tools are provided. Bring ...