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.