Why is nature good for us? Learn how being out in nature helps both our physical and mental health. Why Everyone Needs a Nature Fix Webinar, April 27, 1:00pm
While we are asked to stay home and socially distance, there is a lot going on in our parks and natural areas this spring in terms of pollinators and wildlife. Pam Otto, consummate naturalist, writer, lecturer and outreach ambassador for the St. Charles Park District, will share a lively presentation with us about the variety …
DuPage County Stormwater Management and The Conservation Foundation are hosting a free Stormwater: Behind the Scenes Webinar! This workshop aims to connect like-minded organizations and individuals who are concerned with protecting local streams and rivers. During the workshop attendees will learn about the Illinois Urban Manual, grant funded green infrastructure projects and an update on …
To complement the previous webinar on what to plant in shady areas, we now bring you native plants that love the sun! Learn about what native plants will enjoy sunny spaces and how planting them can help you earn your Conservation@Home certification! Plants for Sunny Areas Webinar, May 4, 1:00pm
You may be aware of the importance of planting native plants in our outdoor spaces and some of the benefits they have for our pollinators and wildlife, but did you know there are many native plants that provide food for people as well? In this webinar, learn about incorporating native plants into your landscape that …
Our intro class is back! Learn what Conservation@Home is and how you can use native plants to make your yard a better habitat. Also covered will be rain gardens, rain barrels, and more! Conservation@Home Intro Webinar, May 11, 1:00pm
Join DuPage County Stormwater Management, The Conservation Foundation and SCARCE in learning how to protect water quality from your very own home! Open to everyone, this free webinar will provide tips on native gardens, composting, rain barrels and other things you can do to reduce pollutants reaching local waterways. Thursday, May 14, 12:00pm - 2:30pm …
Bring birds and butterflies to your yard with native plants! Learn what to plant to bring a variety of color and life to your yard. Planting a Pollinator Garden Webinar, May 14, 1:00pm
Neighborhood ponds are frequently filled with algae and geese and are difficult to maintain, often causing problems for those responsible for managing them. Learn how adding native plant buffers can help solve common pond problems, turning your pond into a beautiful habitat for birds and butterflies. Turning your neighborhood pond into habitat webinar, May 18, …
Join Jim Kleinwachter for a presentation about the physical and mental health benefits of getting out into nature. We will explore the endless ways a connection to nature improves our quality of life. Register below through the Wheaton Public Library.
Most of the dams built on the Fox River were constructed in the latter half of the 19th century for power generation or industry. But what function do they provide today, 140 years later? This webinar is an introductory presentation about how the presence of dams – in this case on the Fox River - …
In stressful times like this, it's even more important to help our children cope. Play, especially out in nature, is a perfect way to help children decrease stress, improve moods, and take a break from screens. Andy Howard of Hitchcock Design Group will share his experience constructing nature playgrounds, along with games and activities you …
Learn how keeping the rain where it falls can help solve common landscape problems like standing water and muddy areas. Fixing Common Landscape Problems with a Rain Garden Webinar, May 28, 1:00pm