Feel the spirit of gospel music come alive during this inspiring annual event. Enjoy a dynamic headliner, local choirs and solo performances.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

Explore bird feathers, bones, beaks, and feet through hands-on learning stations before heading outside for a family-friendly bird walk in the preserve.

These live outdoor musical performances begin at 7 pm every Tuesday through August 4 at Independence Grove in Libertyville.

Learn about the native gardens that surround the Ryerson Welcome Center and Ryerson Education Center and are used as a model of sustainable solutions to stormwater management as well as provide an accessible view of pollinator-friendly plants for Environmental Education programming.

Help us manage these gardens by assisting with on-going seasonal needs. Activities dependent on season and include weeding, planting, seed collection, pruning, and watering.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

Join us to experience nature from the water, as participants develop paddling skills while exploring nature. Gain experience using kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards.

Centered around the picture book, 'We are Water Protectors' by Carole Linstrolm, children will learn about the importance of water in Native cultures through songs, crafts, and stories.

Native moth caterpillars and adults play an essential role in local ecosystems. Discover the importance of moths and how to make your landscape moth-friendly. Native plant selection and sustainable garden maintenance will be discussed.

Únase a un educador ambiental y explore Independence Grove Forest Preserve. Caminata es en español y al aire libre.