Events

Salamander Search

Saturday, March 8, 2025, : AM


Location: James Woods Nature Preserve  

Salamander Seekers, join Science Educator Scott Saffer and U of I Master Naturalists on Saturday, March 8 at 1:30 p.m. for a family-friendly outdoor adventure as we explore the hidden world of salamanders!

We'll cross the west bridge into James Family Woods. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive Smallmouth Salamanders (Ambystoma texanum) and the striking Tiger Salamanders (Ambystoma tigrinum).

Park on the north side of Prairie Central High School, located at 411 N 7th St, Fairbury, IL 61739.

Wear comfortable walking shoes or mud shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

If you have any questions or need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Darci Webber at dlwebber@illinois.edu.

Register at

https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/salamander-seekers


Bird Watching

Saturday, April 5, 2025, : AM


Location: Fugate Woods  

Join Master Naturalist, Lenore Sebota, in watching and enjoying the migratory birds that pass through Fugate Woods


Forest Therapy

Saturday, June 28, 2025, : AM
  

Yoga and Wellness in the Woods with Master Naturalists Kathy Mclean and Tom Niebur.



Stargazing on the Prairie

Saturday, July 26, 2025, : AM


Location: Fugate Woods  

Gaze at the stars over the Prairie with Twin City amateur astronomist Paul Pouliet


Creatures of the Night

Saturday, October 18, 2025, : AM


Location: Fugate Woods North Entrance  

The Illinois Grand Prairie Naturalists are back with their Creatures of the Night programs for all ages to enjoy.