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Free Nature Virtual

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Summer Conservation Education Series

June 15, 2021 - August 03, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

This event occurs weekly,
on Tuesdays, Thursday

Photo credit: Penny Vanderhyden

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Description

National Association of Interpretation-certified interpreter Siobhan Solkowski-Peacy has produced the curriculum and schedule to virtually teach elementary students about the natural world within Midewin Tall Grass Prairie. Classes will cover everything from how to tell the difference between a bison and a buffalo to skills and tools that are necessary to become a “prairie detective.” Students can pick and choose their favorite subject; it isn't necessary to participate in all classes.

Event Cost: Free, call or email to register for link

Event Times: 11 a.m.

Event Schedule

June 15: “Bird is the Word”

June 17: “Croakin’ Around”

June 22: “Fun with Fossils”

June 24: “Pond Life”

June 29: “Crayfish Corner”

July 1: “Just Batty”

July 6: “Buzzing about the Prairie”

July 8: “Life of a Butterfly”

July 13: “Prairie Detectives”

July 15: “Dragonflies a.k.a. Mosquito Hawks”

July 20: “Moth Quest”

July 22: “Coyote Call”

July 27: “Bison or Buffalo?”

July 29: “Prairie Roots”

August 3: “Beaver Tails”

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 815-423 -6370

Website: http://SM.FS.Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5)

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