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Thursday, October 3, 2024
White-Tailed Deer Behavior / Hunting in a Preserve
Location: Dominy Memorial Library, Fairbury, IL
White-tailed Deer Behavior and Hunting in a Nature Preserve with Dr. Peter Schlichting, IDNR Deer Project Manager
Dr. Peter Schlichting, Deer Project Manager at the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will speak on White-Tailed Deer Management in Illinois.
Dr. Schlichting will share deer harvest data, including how county-wide harvest quotas are determined. He will also explain how the IDNR monitors and manages disease in the white-tailed deer population, specifically chronic wasting disease (CWD), and he'll answer questions about deer ecology, rutting behavior, and more.
This event is co-sponsored by Prairie Lands Foundation and the U of I Master Naturalists.
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Creatures of the Night
Location: Fugate Woods Nature Preserve, North Entrance, off of 1000 North Rd
Creatures of the Night, Presented by Illinois Extension Master Naturalists
Join us for an enchanting evening at Fugate Woods Nature Preserve! Learn about the nocturnal creatures that call this area home, including bats, owls, skunks, raccoons, and opossums. After the educational session, gather around the fire to make s'mores and roast hotdogs. This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts and families alike!
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Alison Meanor.
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Owl Walk
Owl Walk with science educator Scott Saffer