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April 2022
Bringing Nature Home (Virtual Presentation)
Bringing Nature Home Do you want to attract pollinators to your garden? Are you interested in restoring native plants to your yard's ecosystem? Join us to explore the different requirements of prairie, woodland and wetland plants. Learn how to source and maintain the best native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs and trees for your specific location. Bring your questions - Q&A to follow! David Eubanks has worked as a distinguished environmentalist, ecologist and native plant designer for 30
Find out more »Earth Day at Pederson Preserve
RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER Originally scheduled for April 22 The forecasted rain and the wet conditions at Pederson Preserve mean that we have rescheduled for Friday, April 29, 3:30 - 5:30 pm #RestoreOurEarth Earth Day at Pederson Preserve! Join us for Earth Day 2022 Plant Warrior Sedges and a Bald Cypress tree Learn about stream ecology in Flint Creek Create seed packets with native plant seeds harvested from BACT preserves Clean up roadside trash along County Line Road
Find out more »September 2022
Tartans for the Trust – 2022
Let's Celebrate Barrington's Exceptional Open Spaces! Live music plus activities for the whole family! Pack a picnic or pre-order Tartans Charcuterie customized by Sage & Jam Grazing (NOTE - pre-orders close September 15). Bring your favorite libation, lawn concert gear, and join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship! Featuring Barrington's own musical talents Murley and Pat McKillen! Premium Silent Auction Exciting Live Auction Experience courtesy of Richard and Stacie Stephenson Spirit tasting, games, crafts and more! Price:
Find out more »December 2022
Work Day at Tower Lakes Nature Preserve
Tower Lakes Nature Preserve Work Day Buckthorn doesn't stand a chance! Need a Post-Thanksgiving workout? Need to get outside? Join us cutting invasive shrubs, building and burning brush piles Register HERE Dress for the weather! Bring a reusable water bottle. Tower Lakes Nature Preserve is located at the corner of Pebble Creek Drive and Stonehenge Lane in Tower Lakes Route 59 north of Route 22 to Indian Trail Road, turn right (east) then turn right on Pebble Creek Drive Look
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OaktoberFest 2024
OaktoberFest 2024 is a family-friendly event with nature-based activities for all ages. It’s a great opportunity to learn about endangered animals in northern Illinois, explore conservation-friendly livestock and equine practices, and discover how animals are used to combat invasive species. Held at Far Field Nature Preserve, a beautiful property being restored from a former soybean field to its pre-settlement vegetation, we welcome you to join us,” said BACT Executive Director Melissa Kinast. “We also welcome corporate and individual sponsorships for this event, and volunteer hours are available for those interested in supporting our efforts."
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