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Centennial Nature Fest

June 27, 2015 - June 28, 2015 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Location

St. James Farm

Winfield and Butterfield roads

Warrenville, IL 60555

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Description

Visitors can meet live native wildlife, participate in nature activities and meet scientists. Kids of all ages can track animals, orienteer, climb a tree and explore the plants and animals that grow, crawl, fly and swim in DuPage County's forest preserves. Stations feature live bats, hawks, owls and falcons; monarch butterflies; animal tracking and identification; fly tying and information about prescription burns and fire prevention. A variety of food trucks will also be at the event.

Event Cost: Free

Event times: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Additional Information

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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