Become a community scientist by joining our staff in monitoring our monarch population. Drop in on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a walk through a prairie where we practice protocol from the Monarch Larvae Monitoring Program. All ages welcome, no prior experience necessary. This series is free and there is no registration.
Welcome back our 2022 summer interns Ani, Elizabeth, and Ken and hear about the environmental research and study abroad they have completed over the past year! Ani will present about his time studying in Madagascar, Elizabeth will present her research on stream health of Kelly Creek, and Ken will present about his time studying in […]
Join our Green Team! Each Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm, we pull on our work gloves and focus on taking care of the land. We invite you to join us whenever you can. We might work on pulling invasive plants, or we might work in the Pollinator Garden and Learning Gardens. We might also work on trail maintenance. […]
When the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County announced their challenge to visit all 44 preserves for their centennial year in 2022, Rob Clark decided to meet the challenge. His personal “rules” were that he had to hike at least a mile or two in each one to claim it as a visit and take enough […]
Learn the basic fundamentals of parkour in this immersive clinic that will connect one with both body, mind, and nature. This event is led by the parkour group Sigfreed Explore. Participants will be asked to sign a waiver before participating. This clinic is best suited for ages 12 and up.
Become a community scientist by joining our staff in monitoring our monarch population. Drop in on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a walk through a prairie where we practice protocol from the Monarch Larvae Monitoring Program. All ages welcome, no prior experience necessary. This series is free and there is no registration.
Tune into your body while being immersed in the sounds of nature. This beginner-friendly class is taught by Liliana Herbold, a local instructor who is passionate about making yoga accessible for all. A limited number of yoga mats and blocks will be provided, but please bring your own if you can. Please register in advance.
Join our Green Team! Each Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm, we pull on our work gloves and focus on taking care of the land. We invite you to join us whenever you can. We might work on pulling invasive plants, or we might work in the Pollinator Garden and Learning Gardens. We might also work on trail maintenance. […]
All are welcome to investigate our waterways, find out how we can be good stewards of our watershed, and of course splash in Kelly Creek. Wading in the creek is optional, and close-toed shoes that can get wet are required. This event is best suited for ages 6 and up, as well as adults who enjoy […]
Join the Rock River Coalition and learn to search for New Zealand mudsnails and other aquatic invasive species. We will wade in and walk along Turtle Creek to practice our invasive species monitoring skills. All are welcome. No experience or equipment is required, and those who cannot enter the water are welcome to participate from […]
Become a community scientist by joining our staff in monitoring our monarch population. Drop in on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a walk through a prairie where we practice protocol from the Monarch Larvae Monitoring Program. All ages welcome, no prior experience necessary. This series is free and there is no registration.
Join our Green Team! Each Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm, we pull on our work gloves and focus on taking care of the land. We invite you to join us whenever you can. We might work on pulling invasive plants, or we might work in the Pollinator Garden and Learning Gardens. We might also work on trail maintenance. […]
Savor summer evenings with music at The Confluence! Whether you’re a seasoned drummer, or have never picked up a drum, you are invited to participate. We have musical instruments for you to try, or you are welcome to bring your own. Or just come to enjoy the community fire, listen to the drumming and make […]
Our summer weekly story time with the South Beloit Public Library returns! Join us on Fridays for reading and activity time under our cottonwood tree. Recommended for children ages 4-7, this series will introduce our local plant and animal friends and help build nature vocabulary. Please register in advance, as space is limited. Cost is […]
Curious about the practice of No Mow May, or how you can go beyond to provide habitat for local wildlife? Kaelyb Lokrantz, Manager of Community Action's Merrill Community Sharing Garden and Julie Uram from Nature At The Confluence will provide ideas and inspiration for wildscaping your outdoor spaces. This event is free but space is […]
If you want the opportunity to play with watercolors without coming up with a design, this workshop is for you! Led by Rebecca Beneditz of Petal Creative, each participant will get an original floral design printed on watercolor paper to paint. Rebecca will show you how to mix colors, make the watercolors flow, practice techniques, […]
Become a community scientist by joining our staff in monitoring our monarch population. Drop in on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a walk through a prairie where we practice protocol from the Monarch Larvae Monitoring Program. All ages welcome, no prior experience necessary. This series is free and there is no registration.
Bats are one of the most unique and important members of our local ecosystem. Immerse yourself in Community Science by joining our bat monitoring hike at Nature At The Confluence. Learn about native bat species and practice sound-monitoring techniques using our echometer. This is a family friendly event and space is limited so please register […]
Join our Green Team! Each Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm, we pull on our work gloves and focus on taking care of the land. We invite you to join us whenever you can. We might work on pulling invasive plants, or we might work in the Pollinator Garden and Learning Gardens. We might also work on trail maintenance. […]
Our summer weekly story time with the South Beloit Public Library returns! Join us on Fridays for reading and activity time under our cottonwood tree. Recommended for children ages 4-7, this series will introduce our local plant and animal friends and help build nature vocabulary. Please register in advance, as space is limited. Cost is […]