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. […]
In this beginner friendly class, yoga instructor Amelia Morris will explore joint rotation and a classic Hatha flow. With an emphasis on pairing the breath to the asana practice, we will gain a better understanding of how to work through all the kinks and tensions and create an easy flow within. Enjoy the focus on […]
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. […]
Discover the insect life that thrives in the dark! Join our staff and Joni Denker, Conservation Supervisor for the Rockford Park District, to go "skyfishing" - observe and identify the moths and insects that are attracted to light at night. The evening will begin with a brief indoor program, followed by observation and identification outdoors. […]
If you are new to watercolors and like to play with paper, this class is for you! We will start the class by painting different patterns with watercolor and then let our imaginations run wild as we cut, tear, and piece together our collages. Each participant will get a cut out jar shape to “fill” […]
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 […]
In this beginner friendly class, yoga instructor Amelia Morris will explore joint rotation and a classic Hatha flow. With an emphasis on pairing the breath to the asana practice, we will gain a better understanding of how to work through all the kinks and tensions and create an easy flow within. Enjoy the focus on […]
Swift Night Out is a continent-wide effort to raise awareness about Chimney Swifts and their need for roosting habitat. Learn a bit about these aerial insectivores that spend almost their entire lives airborne, then join us in heading to downtown Beloit to watch them enter their roost sites for the evening. Chimney Swifts nest throughout the […]
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. […]
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. […]
This program is sold out. Please email info@natureattheconfluence.com if you would like to be added to the waitlist. We have similar programs schedueld for September 19 and October 25. Rekindle your sense of wonder on the full moon mindfulness walk. Quiet your mind and open your senses to the sights, sounds, fragrances and textures all […]
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. […]
Come walk with us to learn about the people who lived here at the confluence of Turtle Creek and the Rock River and those who just passed through. You learn about the Ho-Chunk, the Métis, Fur Traders, Irish settlers, one of the greatest heroes of World War I, plus a few surprise visitors. Therese Oldenburg […]
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. […]
You asked, so we brought it- Fungus Function returns! Many of us love fungi for the food and medicine they share with us, but did you know that they also have a lot of community building wisdom to share? Farmer Allyson will explain some basics of how fungi foster communication, facilitate resource sharing, and promote […]
Start your day with a slow, calming walk as we observe and identify the many birds that call The Confluence home, including those migrating for the fall! Binoculars and bird lists are provided and all experience levels are welcome. Space is limited so please register in advance.
The New Moon is a perfect time to set our intentions for the next cycle. At this mindfulness walk, slow down, quiet your mind, and connect with the land, the waters, the creatures of The Confluence, and with our own inner nature. No experience necessary. The evening will begin with an a guided walk outdoors […]
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. […]
In this beginner friendly class, yoga instructor Amelia Morris will explore joint rotation and a classic Hatha flow. With an emphasis on pairing the breath to the asana practice, we will gain a better understanding of how to work through all the kinks and tensions and create an easy flow within. Enjoy the focus on […]