Join us for a beautiful community tradition! Ongoing Activities From 4:30 to 6:00pm Bonfire and S’more Making Unlimited Hot Cocoa (BYO mug!) Luminary Nature Walk Holiday Crafts Family Photo Opportunities 5:00pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony, followed by a Caroling Performance This free community event will be held at Nature At The Confluence, but PLEASE access […]
Craft a unique holiday ornament using upcycled postage stamps from the collection of local Bobbi Sampson. Participants are welcome to bring their own stamps to include in the ornament. Enjoy hot chocolate, tea, and cookies while decorating. While the ornaments are drying, we will take a guided hike on our trails to observe wildlife. This […]
According to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, there is beauty in mending what has been broken. In this interactive art workshop, therapists from Stateline Mental Health Services will guide participants in painting, breaking, and repairing ceramic bowls that represent the journey of trauma. During the lunch hour, participants can choose to take a guided walk […]
Come take pause in serenity during the busy holiday season! Join us for a special Winter Solstice celebration that will connect you back to the basics and rejuvenate your entire being through intentional crafting, gentle movement, breathwork, sound healing, and snacks! The Winter Solstice Rejuvenation will include: Themed snacks and warming beverages Ambient and festive […]
Practice the art of noticing details while connecting with nature. This beginner-friendly bird outing will include an introduction to birding and guided stroll on our Rock River Birding & Hiking Trail, a one mile loop path. All experience levels are welcome. Binoculars provided. Birding Club takes place on the first Friday morning of each month […]
Cozy up indoors with nature themed games, puzzles, and crafts for all ages. At 2:00pm, take part in Nature Trivia for a chance to win prizes. Snacks and hot beverages provided. Please register in advance.
We’re offering you lots of dazzling ways to have outdoor winter fun! Stop by between 1:00-2:30pm to enjoy an outdoor hike and scavenger hunt, craft a tie dyed snowflake, learn about identifying animal tracks, then warm up around our blazing fire with hot chocolate and tea! Children's story time will take place indoors at 1:00pm. […]
Connect with nature in a new way with guidance from local geocachers! Participants will learn the basics of this GPS based activity, including how to find a cache, followed by a hike to search for caches along our trails. All experience levels are welcome, best suited for ages 8 and up. Please RSVP below so […]