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50 Ways to Love Your Mother (Earth) presentation at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

This program is part of the monthly "Wild Wednesdays in the Woods" series. Myra Gordon, founder of Operation Recycle (now the Ecology Action Center) will lead a discussion about the changes people can make in their daily lives to reduce negative impacts on the planet. This interactive discussion will encourage ideas from participants. In addition, […]

$10 – $15

Woodcocks & Wine: A Toast to Nature event at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Attend this event to learn more about this fascinating game bird that returns to fields, prairies and pastures throughout central Illinois in mid-March. Then it is hoped the group will observe the birds outside as they spiral toward the sky and fall to the ground. Participants may bring a lawn chair, wine glass and favorite […]

$20 – $25

Beginning macrame workshop for adults at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

This event is part of the Wild Wednesdays in the Woods Adult Learning Series, held the second Wednesday of each month through 2022. You must be 18+ to attend. Macramé enthusiast Dan Anderson will teach attendees the basics of macramé. Participants will create a plant hanger and two smaller projects. This is a class for […]

$30 – $35

Sirup for Scouts event at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Scout troops (and other youth organizations such as 4H) of up to 20 people can participate in this educational event. Groups will be kept in their own party for the duration of the event to maximize physical distancing and reduce interactions with others. Tours will be held outside. Proof of vaccination required upon arrival for […]

Homeschool Maple Sirup Field Trips at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Sugar Grove Nature Center offers this Funks Grove Maple Sirup educational experience for homeschooling families. The program provides a special opportunity for students to actively engage in the production of maple sirup as they explore its history from pre-settlement to current day through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Every student will have the opportunity to tap […]

$7 – $9

Homeschool Maple Sirup Field Trips at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Sugar Grove Nature Center offers this Funks Grove Maple Sirup educational experience for homeschooling families. The program provides a special opportunity for students to actively engage in the production of maple sirup as they explore its history from pre-settlement to current day through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Every student will have the opportunity to tap […]

$7 – $9

Homeschool Maple Sirup Field Trips at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Sugar Grove Nature Center offers this Funks Grove Maple Sirup educational experience for homeschooling families. The program provides a special opportunity for students to actively engage in the production of maple sirup as they explore its history from pre-settlement to current day through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Every student will have the opportunity to tap […]

$7 – $9

Snowshoes & schnapps event at Sugar Grove Nature Center in rural McLean

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

Dick Smith of WildCountry and Patti Koranda will teach you snowshoeing by helping you find a good fit then teaching you to maneuver and float on the snow. Afterwards, warm up by the fire with hot apple cider plus cinnamon schnapps or hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps, and plenty of snacks! The use of snowshoes […]

$25 – $35

Sugar Grove Nature Center Winter Camp for ages 10 to 15

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

This drop-off class is a great time for kids to reflect upon the changing seasons while having a ton of fun! In addition to exploring winter topics, taking a hike, and playing in Imagination Grove, participants will enjoy a lunch of hot dogs cooked over the fire, chicken noodle soup to warm the belly, and […]

$25 – $30

Sugar Grove Nature Center Winter Camp for ages 5 to 9

Sugar Grove Nature Center 4532 N 725 East Road, McLean, IL, United States

This drop-off class is a great time for kids to reflect upon the changing seasons while having a ton of fun! In addition to exploring winter topics, taking a hike, and playing in Imagination Grove, participants will enjoy a lunch of hot dogs cooked over the fire, chicken noodle soup to warm the belly, and […]

$25 – $30